Cats in the Pros

Italy's Niccolo Mannion (R) jumps for the ball in the men's preliminary round group B basketball match between Germany and Italy during the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games at the Saitama Super Arena in Saitama on July 25, 2021. (Photo by Aris MESSINIS / AFP) (Photo by ARIS MESSINIS/AFP via Getty Images)

Former Wildcats Nico Mannion and Josh Green help spur Olympic wins

Former Wildcat Danielle O’Toole appears in ‘Jackass Forever’

Deandre Ayton posts double-double as Suns take 2-0 lead

Damon Stoudamire leaves Pacific for the Boston Celtics

PHOENIX, ARIZONA - JULY 06: Deandre Ayton #22 of the Phoenix Suns attempts a shot ahead of Brook Lopez #11 of the Milwaukee Bucks during the first half of game one of the NBA Finals at Phoenix Suns Arena on July 06, 2021 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Suns defeated the Bucks 118-105. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

Ex-Cat Deandre Ayton dominates in game one of NBA Finals

Jun 26, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Clippers center Ivica Zubac (40) and Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton (22) and forward Jae Crowder (99) battle for a rebound in the second half of game four of the Western Conference Finals for the 2021 NBA Playoffs at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

Former Wildcat Deandre Ayton dominates in Suns’ win

Jun 22, 2021; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton (22) dunks over LA Clippers center Ivica Zubac (40) in the final second during the second half of game two of the Western Conference Finals for the 2021 NBA Playoffs at Phoenix Suns Arena. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports

Former Wildcat Deandre Ayton hits game-winner for Suns

BEIJING, CHINA - NOVEMBER 26: Kyle fog #18 of Beijing Begcl in action during 2019/2020 CBA League - Beijing Begcl v Beijing Ducks at Beijing Olympic Sports Center on November 26, 2019 in Beijing, China. (Photo by Fred Lee/Getty Images)

Arizona Basketball: Six Wildcats playing in The Basketball Tournament

INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - MAY 15: T.J. McConnell #9 of the Indiana Pacers knocks the ball away from Montrezl Harrell #15 of the Los Angeles Lakers at Bankers Life Fieldhouse on May 15, 2021 in Indianapolis, Indiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Justin Casterline/Getty Images)

Ex-Wildcat TJ McConnell snubbed by NBA All-Defensive selections

DENVER, CO - JUNE 11: Nikola Jokic #15 of the Denver Nuggets shoots past Deandre Ayton #22 of the Phoenix Suns in Game Three of the Western Conference second-round playoff series at Ball Arena on June 11, 2021 in Denver, Colorado. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Dustin Bradford/Getty Images)

Arizona Basketball: Deandre Ayton is officially vindicated

Jun 1, 2021; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (left) celebrates with Deandre Ayton against the Los Angeles Lakers in the first half during game five in the first round of the 2021 NBA Playoffs at Phoenix Suns Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

Deandre Ayton and Suns on verge of Western Conference Finals

NASHVILLE, TN - NOVEMBER 24: Reggie Gilbert #93 of the Tennessee Titans jogs onto the field before a game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Nissan Stadium on November 24, 2019 in Nashville, Tennessee. The Titans defeated the Jaguars 42-20. (Photo by Wesley Hitt/Getty Images)

Detroit Lions sign former Wildcat Reggie Gilbert

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - JUNE 03: Deandre Ayton #22 of the Phoenix Suns celebrates a score over the Los Angeles Lakers in the second quarter during game six of the Western Conference first round series at Staples Center on June 03, 2021 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images) NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.

Ex-Cats Deandre Ayton and Aaron Gordon duel in Conference Semi’s

May 30, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton (22) dunks for a basket against the Los Angeles Lakers during the second half in game four of the first round of the 2021 NBA Playoffs. at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports

Ex-Cat Deandre Ayton seeing new heights of success with Suns

TUCSON, ARIZONA - APRIL 24: NFL athlete and University of Arizona Alum, Rob Gronkowski and head coach Jedd Fisch of the Arizona Wildcats talk on the sidelines during the Arizona Spring game at Arizona Stadium on April 24, 2021 in Tucson, Arizona. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

Arizona Football: What hasn’t Rob Gronkowski tried?

May 9, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Anthony Davis (3) and Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton (22) battle for the rebound during the second half at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Kelvin Kuo-USA TODAY Sports

Playoff success for Phoenix Suns depends on Deandre Ayton

INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - APRIL 29: T.J. McConnell #9 of the Indiana Pacers brings the ball up the court in the game against the Brooklyn Nets at Bankers Life Fieldhouse on April 29, 2021 in Indianapolis, Indiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Justin Casterline/Getty Images)

Former Wildcat T.J. McConnell shines in Pacers’ win

DENVER, CO - APRIL 28: Aaron Gordon #50 of the Denver Nuggets smiles during warm-ups before a game against the New Orleans Pelicans at Ball Arena on April 28, 2021 in Denver, Colorado. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by C. Morgan Engel/Getty Images)

Former Wildcats to follow in the NBA Playoffs

DENVER, CO - DECEMBER 22: Will Parks #34 of the Denver Broncos stands on the field as he warms up before a game against the Detroit Lions at Empower Field at Mile High on December 22, 2019 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Dustin Bradford/Getty Images)

Former Wildcat Will Parks signs with the Kansas City Chiefs

Sep 14, 2019; Tucson, AZ, USA; Arizona Wildcats running back Gary Brightwell (23) celebrates a touchdown against the Texas Tech Red Raiders during the second half at Arizona Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Casey Sapio-USA TODAY Sports

Ex-Cats Gary Brightwell and Roy Lopez selected in NFL Draft

LOS ANGELES, CA - APRIL 22: Lovie Jung of the USA softball team smiles during the game against the UCLA Bruins Softball team on April 22, 2008 at Easton Stadium in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Robert Laberge/Getty Images)

Saluting ex-Cat Lovieanne Jung for Asian-American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month

PORTLAND, OREGON - APRIL 10: Rondae Hollis-Jefferson #2 of the Portland Trail Blazers reacts in the fourth quarter during his first game as a Portland Trail Blazer against the Detroit Pistons at Moda Center on April 10, 2021 in Portland, Oregon. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Abbie Parr/Getty Images)

Rondae Hollis-Jefferson signs contract with Portland

PACIFIC PALISADES, CA - MAY 26: Khalil Tate of the University of Arizona is interviewed at Steve Clarkson's 14th Annual Quarterback Retreat on May 26, 2018 in Pacific Palisades, California. (Photo by Meg Oliphant/Getty Images)

Arizona Football: Yogi Roth podcast with Philadelphia Eagle Khalil Tate

Apr 2, 2021; San Antonio, Texas, USA; Arizona Wildcats guard Aari McDonald (2) and forward Trinity Baptiste (0) celebrate after the game against the Connecticut Huskies at Aamodome. Arizona defeated UConn 69-59. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Aari McDonald and Trinity Baptiste selected in the WNBA Draft

Mar 9, 2020; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Utah Jazz guard Jordan Clarkson (00) defends against Toronto Raptors forward Rondae Hollis-Jefferson (4) during the second half at Vivint Smart Home Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russell Isabella-USA TODAY Sports

Ex-Cat Rondae Hollis-Jefferson signs 10-day contract with Portland

Jan 30, 2021; Dallas, Texas, USA; Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton (22) in action during the game between the Dallas Mavericks and the Phoenix Suns at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Former Wildcat Deandre Ayton becomes a dad

Feb 10, 2021; Tampa Bay, FL, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers tight end Rob Gronkowski during a boat parade to celebrate victory in Super Bowl LV against the Kansas City Chiefs. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Run it Back! Rob Gronkowski signs one-year deal with Tampa

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - MARCH 01: T.J. McConnell #9 of the Indiana Pacers passes during the second quarter against the Philadelphia 76ers at Wells Fargo Center on March 01, 2021 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)

Former Wildcat TJ McConnell keeps proving doubters wrong