It's no secret that the Storrs duo shares one of the most special relationships in college hoops, with Bueckers holding back tears in her final embrace with Auriemma on the court at the end of the Huskies' 82-59 win over South Carolina in the NCAA title game.

It was an emotional moment and the culmination of a coach-player relationship that's experienced high-profile ups and downs over the course of five seasons.

The UConn star, who has carved out a historic career but lacked a championship, led the Huskies to a dominant 82-59 win over South Carolina in the title game on Sunday. When she checked out for the last time, she and head coach Geno Auriemma shared a long embrace.