Cats in the Pros

LAKE BUENA VISTA, FLORIDA - AUGUST 22: Jimmy Butler #22 and Andre Iguodala #28 of the Miami Heat celebrate their win over the Indiana Pacers Game Three of the first round of the playoffs at the AdventHealth Arena at the ESPN Wide World Of Sports Complex on August 22, 2020 in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. 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 Ashley Landis-Pool/Getty Images)

Andre Iguodala and Aaron Gordon investors in NBA Top Shot through Dapper

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Arizona Football: Gary Brightwell gets invited to NFL Combine

Former Wildcat TJ McConnell records Triple-Double

Ex-Wildcat Nico Mannion will have to carve own path

Dec 26, 2020; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers tight end Rob Gronkowski (87) celebrates after scoring a touchdown against the Detroit Lions during the third quarter at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports

Former Wildcat Rob Gronkowski heads back to Super Bowl

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Dec 26, 2017; Phoenix, AZ, USA; UCLA Bruins interim head coach Jedd Fisch in the second half against the Kansas State Wildcats in the 2017 Cactus Bowl at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

Keeping up with Arizona Wildcats in the headlines for 2021

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Jan 5, 2020; Los Angeles, California, USA; New York Knicks guard Allonzo Trier (14) warms up before the game against the Los Angeles Clippers at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

Ex-Cat Allonzo Trier to get a chance in G-League

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PITTSBURGH - OCTOBER 3: Linebackers coach Ricky Hunley of the Cincinnati Bengals talks to linebacker Marcus Wilkins #55 during the Bengals 28-17 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers at Heinz Field on October 3, 2004 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by George Gojkovich/Getty Images)

Arizona Football: Jedd Fisch to hire Wildcat legend, Ricky Hunley

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TORONTO, ON - FEBRUARY 25: Rondae Hollis-Jefferson #4 of the Toronto Raptors reacts during the second half of an NBA game against the Milwaukee Bucks at Scotiabank Arena on February 25, 2020 in Toronto, Canada. 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 Vaughn Ridley/Getty Images)

Ex-Arizona Basketball stars to follow professionally in 2020-21

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LOS ANGELES, CA - MARCH 28: Graduate manager Joseph Blair is seen before the West Regional Final of the 2015 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament at Staples Center on March 28, 2015 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)

Arizona Basketball: Joseph Blair and Rondae Hollis Jefferson join Timberwolves

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PHILADELPHIA, PA - OCTOBER 18: Will Parks #28 of the Philadelphia Eagles looks on after the gam against the Baltimore Ravens at Lincoln Financial Field on October 18, 2020 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)

Former Wildcat Will Parks is on the move back to Denver

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Nov 29, 2020; Foxborough, Massachusetts, USA; New England Patriots kicker Nick Folk (6) celebrates with after kicking the game winning field goal against the Arizona Cardinals during the second half at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Paul Rutherford-USA TODAY Sports

In Battle of Rival kickers, former Wildcat Nick Folk excels

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Tennessee Titans linebacker Reggie Gilbert (93) warms up before the start of the game against the Indianapolis Colts at Nissan Stadium Sunday, Sept. 15, 2019 in Nashville, Tenn.Gw44698

Former Wildcats PJ Johnson and Reggie Gilbert sign contracts

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Mar 3, 2020; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton prior to the game against the Toronto Raptors at Talking Stick Resort Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

Recent moves by the Phoenix Suns will benefit Deandre Ayton

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Mar 5, 2020; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Arizona Wildcats guard Nico Mannion (1) shoots a three point shot against Washington State Cougars in the second half at McKale Center. Mandatory Credit: Jacob Snow-USA TODAY Sports

Nico Mannion finds a perfect fit with the Golden State Warriors

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TUCSON, AZ - JANUARY 27: Dusan Ristic

Arizona Basketball: Cardboard cutout fans that belong in McKale

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Aug 4, 2020; Lake Buena Vista, USA; Orlando Magic forward Aaron Gordon (00) brings the ball up court against Indiana Pacers forward T.J. Warren (1) during the second half of an NBA basketball game Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2020 in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. Mandatory Credit: Ashley Landis/Pool Photo via USA TODAY Sports

Could Former Wildcat Aaron Gordon be on the move?

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BOSTON, MA - JANUARY 18: Deandre Ayton #22 of the Phoenix Suns reacts during a game against the Boston Celtics at TD Garden on January 18, 2020 in Boston, Massachusetts. 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 Adam Glanzman/Getty Images)

Arizona Wildcats: Deandre Ayton, Nick Folk, Aaron Gordon news and more

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Nov 8, 2020; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Miami Dolphins wide receiver Mack Hollins (86) catches a pass for a touchdown as Arizona Cardinals cornerback Jace Whittaker (39) defends during the second half at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Kartozian-USA TODAY Sports

Former Wildcat Jace Whittaker is getting valuable playing time

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Arizona Hotshots linebacker Scooby Wright III paces the sidelines during the game against the Atlanta Legends at Sun Devil Stadium, Sunday, March 3, 2019.hotshots

Former Wildcat Scooby Wright transitions career to MMA?

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LAKE BUENA VISTA, FLORIDA - OCTOBER 11: The Los Angeles Lakers celebrate with the trophy after winning the 2020 NBA Championship Final over the Miami Heat in Game Six of the 2020 NBA Finals at AdventHealth Arena at the ESPN Wide World Of Sports Complex on October 11, 2020 in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. 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 Douglas P. DeFelice/Getty Images)

Former Wildcats Miles Simon and Quinton Crawford are NBA Champions

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NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JANUARY 16: Deandre Ayton #22 of the Phoenix Suns warms up before the game against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden on January 16, 2020 in New York City.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 Elsa/Getty Images)

Ex-Wildcat Deandre Ayton appears on Jimmy Kimmel Show

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CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - OCTOBER 08: Nick Foles #9 of the Chicago Bears throws a pass in the second quarter against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Soldier Field on October 08, 2020 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)

On biggest stages, former Wildcat Nick Foles shines brightest

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Tennessee Titans defensive back Dane Cruikshank (29) and his teammates head to the field for the start of the preseason game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Nissan Stadium Sunday, Aug. 25, 2019 in Nashville, Tenn.An57346

Tracking our Former Arizona Football stars in Week 4 of the NFL

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ATLANTA, GA - SEPTEMBER 27: Anthony Miller #17 celebrates his touchdown with Nick Foles #9 of the Chicago Bears in the fourth quarter of an NFL game against the Atlanta Falcons at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on September 27, 2020 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Todd Kirkland/Getty Images)

Former Arizona Football star Nick Foles has opportunity to shine

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LAKE FOREST, ILLINOIS - AUGUST 18: Nick Foles #9 of the Chicago Bears throws a pass during training camp at Halas Hall on August 18, 2020 in Lake Forest, Illinois. (Photo by Nam Y. Huh-Pool/Getty Images)

Former Wildcat Nick Foles plays savior in come from behind win

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NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - SEPTEMBER 13: Rob Gronkowski #87 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers against the New Orleans Saints at Mercedes-Benz Superdome on September 13, 2020 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images)

Gronk needs to have a greater impact with Tampa Bay

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NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MARCH 08: Lauri Markkanen #24 of the Chicago Bulls handles the ball on offense against the Brooklyn Nets in the second half at Barclays Center on March 08, 2020 in New York City. 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 Steven Ryan/Getty Images)

Opinion: Lauri Markkanen will benefit from Billy Donovan hire

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