Wildcats Basketball

Mar 26, 2025; Newark, NJ, USA; Arizona Wildcats guard Caleb Love (1) reacts during a practice session in preparation for an East Regional semifinal game against the Duke Blue Devils at Prudential Center. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

Caleb Love Big Night Highlights Arizona Alums in NBA Summer League

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Carter Bryant struggles in first Las Vegas NBA Summer League game

Keshad Johnson and Pelle Larsson lead Miami Heat in NBA Summer League win

Kendrick Perkins defends T.J. McConnell on Arizona alums' podcast

Perry Pumas Koa Peat poses for a portrait during basketball practice at Perry High School's gym in Gilbert on Nov. 7, 2023.

Arizona signee Koa Peat sets FIBA junior record with U19 Gold Medal

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Tommy Lloyd, Koa Peat and Team USA pull away from Germany, winning U19 title

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Mar 15, 2024; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Oregon Ducks guard Jadrian Tracey (22) dribbles between Arizona Wildcats guard Pelle Larsson (3) and Arizona Wildcats forward Keshad Johnson (16) during the first half at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images

Pelle Larsson leads Miami Heat over SA Spurs and Carter Bryant in Summer League

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Nov 22, 2023; Chandler, AZ, USA; Koa Peat (10) celebrates his teammates score at the LV8 Invitational at Chandler-Gilbert Community College gym. Sam Ballesteros/The Republic

Team USA U19 has another dominant win but Koa Peat struggles again

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Mar 26, 2025; Newark, NJ, USA; Arizona Wildcats players huddle during a practice session in preparation for an East Regional semifinal game against the Duke Blue Devils at Prudential Center. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

Arizona announces 6 alums will play in NBA Summer Leagues

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Jun 28, 2025; San Antonio, TX, USA; San Antonio Spurs first round draft pick Carter Bryant greets fans at Victory Capital Performance Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images

A deeper look into the numbers why Carter Bryant played limited minutes

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Perry Pumas Koa Peat poses for a portrait during basketball practice at Perry High School's gym in Gilbert on Nov. 7, 2023.

USA survives Canada after tough offensive performance from Koa Peat

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Feb 24, 2018; Eugene, OR, USA; Arizona Wildcats forward Deandre Ayton (13) takes a break during the first half against the Oregon Ducks at Matthew Knight Arena. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images

Lakers have 2 top 2018 draft picks after signing Arizona alum DeAndre Ayton

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Basketball player Koa Peat takes questions from the media during National Signing Day at Perry High School in Gilbert, Arizona on April 16, 2025.

ESPN names Arizona top impact newcomer for 2025-26 season

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Jan 16, 2014; Tucson, AZ, USA; An Arizona Wildcats flag is waved before the first half against the Arizona State Sun Devils at McKale Center. Arizona won 91-68. Mandatory Credit: Casey Sapio-Imagn Images

ESPN CBB analyst projects Ivan Karchenkov as Arizona impact player

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Mar 21, 2025; Seattle, WA, USA; Arizona Wildcats guard Jaden Bradley (0) dribbles the ball against the Akron Zips during the first half in the first round of the NCAA Tournament at Climate Pledge Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images

Arizona basketball announces 2025-26 roster with jersey numbers

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Feb 24, 2024; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Arizona Wildcats guard Pelle Larsson (3) and Arizona Wildcats head coach Tommy Lloyd laugh on the sidelines against the Washington Huskies during the second half at McKale Center. Mandatory Credit: Zachary BonDurant-Imagn Images

Tommy Lloyd has continually developed players beyond recruiting their ranking

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Koa Peat (10) celebrates his teammates' score at the LV8 Invitational at Chandler-Gilbert Community College gym in Chandler, Arizona on Nov. 22, 2023.

Team USA U19 buries Cameroon in 2Q with another big Koa Peat game

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Mar 3, 2018; Tucson, AZ, USA; Arizona Wildcats forward Deandre Ayton (13) on the court during the second half against the California Golden Bears at McKale Center. Mandatory Credit: Casey Sapio-Imagn Images

Ex-Arizona C DeAndre Ayton negotiating buyout with Portland Trail Blazers

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Perry's Koa Peat warms up during practice at Perry HS gym in Gilbert on Nov. 13, 2024.

Koa Peat has another strong game as U19 Team USA cruises over France

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Mar 13, 2025; Kansas City, MO, USA; Arizona Wildcats forward Trey Townsend (4) drives to the basket around Kansas Jayhawks guard David Coit (8) during the first half at T-Mobile Center. Mandatory Credit: William Purnell-Imagn Images

Trey Townsend joining New Orleans Pelicans Summer League team

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Jan 27, 2025; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Arizona Wildcats forward Carter Bryant (9) celebrates after he makes a three pointer during the first half against the Iowa State Cyclones  at McKale Center. Mandatory Credit: Aryanna Frank-Imagn Images

Big XII coach provides Carter Bryant post-NBA Draft analysis

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Perry Pumas Koa Peat poses for a portrait during basketball practice at Perry High School's gym in Gilbert on Nov. 7, 2023.

USA Basketball U19 comfortably beats Australia, led by Koa Peat

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March 8, 2025; Phoenix, Ariz.; USA; Perry forward Koa Peat (10) walks back down the court during a timeout against Sunnyslope during the Boys Open State Championship at Veterans Memorial Coliseum.

How to watch Tommy Lloyd and Koa Peat in U19 FIBA World Championships

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Mar 21, 1997; Birmingham, AL, USA; FILE PHOTO; Arizona Wildcats guard Miles Simon (34), forward Bennett Davison (21), forward Eugene Edgerson (33) and guard Jason Terry (31) celebrate on the side lines after defeating the Kansas Jayhawks 85-82 during the NCAA regional semifinals at the Birmingham-Jefferson Civic Center
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Arizona basketball top 5 in KenPom ratings from 1997-2025

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Mar 26, 2025; Newark, NJ, USA; Arizona Wildcats forward Carter Bryant (9) reacts during a practice session in preparation for an East Regional semifinal game against the Duke Blue Devils at Prudential Center. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

Arizona legend Sean Elliott welcomes Carter Bryant to San Antonio

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Mar 26, 2025; Newark, NJ, USA; Arizona Wildcats guard Caleb Love (1) shoots the ball during a practice session in preparation for an East Regional semifinal game against the Duke Blue Devils at Prudential Center. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

Arizona G Caleb Love expected to sign 2-way contract with Portland Trail Blazers

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Jun 25, 2025; Brooklyn, NY, USA; Carter Bryant arrives before the first round of the 2025 NBA Draft at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Carter Bryant is fourth Arizona player ever drafted by San Antonio Spurs

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Jun 25, 2025; Brooklyn, NY, USA;  Carter Bryant stands with NBA commissioner Adam Silver after being selected as the 14th pick by the San Antonio Spurs in the first round of the 2025 NBA Draft at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Arizona one of 6 colleges with 2025 NBA and NFL 1st-round picks

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