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Arizona Wildcats Gear Up for Challenging 2025-26 Season

10/2/2025

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Summary

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Arizona Wildcats open the 2025-26 season vs Florida on Nov. 3 in Las Vegas.
Tommy Lloyd has led Arizona to three Sweet Sixteen appearances in four seasons.
Arizona lost Caleb Love and Carter Bryant but signed No. 2 recruiting class.
The non-conference slate includes UConn, UCLA, Alabama, and Auburn, and the Big 12 schedule features Kansas and BYU.

History

Historical Context

The Arizona Wildcats men's basketball team, under coach Lute Olson, won their first NCAA Championship in 1997, defeating Kentucky. This victory followed a remarkable tournament run, where they became the first team to beat three No. 1 seeds. Today, Tommy Lloyd continues this legacy, leading the Wildcats to three Sweet Sixteen appearances in four seasons, reflecting their enduring excellence in collegiate athletics.

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Story summary

Arizona Wildcats open the 2025-26 season vs Florida on Nov. 3 in Las Vegas.
Tommy Lloyd has led Arizona to three Sweet Sixteen appearances in four seasons.
Arizona lost Caleb Love and Carter Bryant but signed No. 2 recruiting class.
The non-conference slate includes UConn, UCLA, Alabama, and Auburn, and the Big 12 schedule features Kansas and BYU.

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