Freshman sensation Paige Bueckers slapped coach Geno Auriemma on the butt to honor an 'inside joke' and celebrate UConn's Sweet 16 win - Yahoo News

The freshman phenom slapped Huskies head coach Geno Auriemma on the butt to celebrate the feat.

Bueckers explained that her love tap stemmed from an "inside joke" between players and their coach.

The crafty point guard gave legendary UConn head coach Geno Auriemma a love tap on her way down the court - and the cheeky moment was broadcast on national television.

During media availability after the game, Bueckers explained that she was cashing in on an "inside joke between coach and the team" with her late-game shenanigans.

Auriemma later confirmed that his freshman's antics were, in fact, an inside joke - and added some context in his typical crotchety fashion.

Published On: Sun, 28 Mar 2021 17:21:55 GMT