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Arizona Wildcats: NBA Pipeline Thrives Amid Coach's Ambitions

9/3/2025

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Arizona basketball has developed 27 first-round and 77 overall NBA draft picks.
The Wildcats have 14 former players in the NBA, ranking third among college programs.
Talents Jaden Bradley, Tobe Awaka, Koa Peat, and Brayden Burries may enter the NBA next season.
Head coach Tommy Lloyd seeks to progress beyond the Sweet Sixteen despite key player losses.

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Story summary

Arizona basketball has developed 27 first-round and 77 overall NBA draft picks.
The Wildcats have 14 former players in the NBA, ranking third among college programs.
Talents Jaden Bradley, Tobe Awaka, Koa Peat, and Brayden Burries may enter the NBA next season.
Head coach Tommy Lloyd seeks to progress beyond the Sweet Sixteen despite key player losses.