BearDownU - The #1 Arizona Wildcats Sports Source!

(https://i.ibb.co/m5SMcVSw/20251222-212926.jpg)

Arizona Vs South Dakota St 🏀 Game Preview/Discussion Thread 12/29 at 7pm ESPN+

No. 1 Arizona (12-0) returns home this Monday to host the South Dakota State Jackrabbits (7-7) in what shapes up as the final non-conference test before the Wildcats begin Big 12 play. Arizona enters the matchup riding a dominant start to the season, including a 107-71 blowout of Bethune-Cookman where seven players scored in double figures and the Wildcats showed depth and balance on both ends. The Wildcats have consistently combined high-octane scoring with suffocating defense, holding opponents well below average shooting percentages and outrebounding teams by big margins. Arizona's unbeaten record reflects its status as a national title contender and the best start for the program since a 12-0 run in 2014-15.

South Dakota State arrives in Tucson with a .500 record and a new head coach in Bryan Petersen in his first season at the helm. The Jackrabbits compete in the Summit League and have shown flashes of offensive efficiency — particularly from their perimeter shooting and disciplined half-court sets — but they've struggled with consistency against higher-tier opponents this season. SDSU's record reflects a balanced mix of wins and losses, and while they don't present the same overall firepower as Arizona, they'll look to use tempo and smart shot selection to challenge the Wildcats.

For Arizona, this game is a chance to close non-conference play unbeaten and fine-tune rotations before Big 12 action begins in early January. Expect Arizona to lean on its defensive pressure and rebounding advantage to control the game's pace, while South Dakota State will aim to limit turnovers and generate quality looks from beyond the arc. The Wildcats will be tested in bench minutes and execution, making this a key tune-up before traveling to face Utah to begin league play.

Let's talk about the Wildcats Vs Jackrabbits! 

Live stream links
Link will be posted in replies before tip-off.

Predict the score & win $100 ➡️ Click Here (https://beardownu.com/index.php?topic=16277)

Get A FREE Premium BDU membership Register Here  (https://beardownu.com/index.php?PHPSESSID=3a7ebe06d26b7b01c02defe9ebba44f1&action=register)