AZ Desert Swarm

Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images A year and a half after announcing the move from the Pac-12, Arizona is finally on the doorstep of playing its first Big 12 Conference basketball game. By far the most anticipated part of the move, the shift to a much more competitive league will lead to plenty of great matchups for the Wildcats over the next three months. Starting … [Read more...] about TCU men’s basketball expert previews the Arizona game, makes a score prediction for Big 12 opener

Photo by Ross Harried/NurPhoto via Getty Images Arizona football is adding depth to its quarterback room with the addition of a power conference signal caller. Wisconsin transfer Braedyn Locke committed to Arizona on Friday, giving the Wildcats an experienced backup at quarterback. Locke threw for 1,936 yards, 13 touchdowns and 10 interceptions as a sophomore with the … [Read more...] about Former Wisconsin quarterback Braedyn Locke to transfer to Arizona

Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images Now comes the fun part. Arizona has navigated one of the toughest nonconference schedules in the country, though it didn’t fare too well with a 6-5 record that is tied for the worst of any team in its conference. But this isn’t the old Pac-12 that the Wildcats are about to embark on, this is the Big 12. Currently rated by KenPom.com … [Read more...] about Ranking Big 12 men’s basketball teams ahead of conference play

Photo by Tommy Martino/University of Montana/Getty Images Arizona’s quest to rebuild its depleted defense has once again landed on a star from the FCS ranks who was a hot commodity for several other programs. The Wildcats have landed a commitment from ex-Montana defensive end Riley Wilson, who picked the UA over Boise State, Memphis and Oklahoma State. Committed!! … [Read more...] about Former Montana edge Riley Wilson commits to Arizona, Wildcats lose CB Marquis Groves-Killebrew to portal

Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images Before Arizona heads into its Big 12 conference schedule, it is time to reflect on how each of the Wildcats have performed so far this season. Here are our grades for the Wildcats through nonconference play: Caleb Love, senior guard: D The hands down most polarizing player for Arizona this year has not gotten off to the greatest … [Read more...] about Grading Arizona men’s basketball players through nonconference play