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Arizona Basketball: Five Keys to Cutting Down the Nets in Phoenix

By David Rosen

Jan 5, 2017; Tucson, AZ, USA; Arizona Wildcats head coach Sean Miller talks to his players during a timeout during the second half against the Utah Utes at McKale Center. Arizona won 66-56. Mandatory Credit: Casey Sapio-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 5, 2017; Tucson, AZ, USA; Arizona Wildcats head coach Sean Miller talks to his players during a timeout during the second half against the Utah Utes at McKale Center. Arizona won 66-56. Mandatory Credit: Casey Sapio-USA TODAY Sports /
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1. Bench scoring

Getting scoring from the bench is crucial to a team’s success. The Wildcats have had solid performances off the bench all season. Coach Miller has had the luxury of bringing Kobi Simmons, Chance Comanche and Cartwright off the bench to provide that much-needed spark.  These bench players could start for any other team, but to have them as “6th men” is an added bonus!

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Also, having a deep and productive bench is key when starters get into foul trouble or are having an off night. The Wildcats will need these players to step up to make a deep run in the tournament.

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