Playing in front of its home crowd for the first time this season in an official game, No. 13 Arizona defeated Utah Tech 93-57 Friday night.
It was only a seven point game at halftime, but the Wildcats pulled away in the second half.
The Wildcats had four players score in double figures, led by the freshman duo of Koa Peat and Brayden Burries, as well as Anthony Dell’Orso, all dropping 18 points. Tobe Awaka added 12 points and 18 rebounds.
Have yourself a night Tobe.12 points and a career-high 18 rebounds 💪 pic.twitter.com/T3cO4KJHgs
— Arizona Basketball (@ArizonaMBB) November 8, 2025
After attempting just five shots from deep in the season opener against Florida, the Wildcats shot an efficient 7-for-15 from three-point range on Friday. Burries and Dell’Orso knocked down three shots from deep each.
Here are a few takeaways from coach Tommy Lloyd’s press conference after the win.
On the overall performance from the team:
Arizona had some issues, particularly with fouls, early in the game. After taking an immediate 5-0 lead, Utah Tech scored nine straight points, all of which came on free throws…