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Arizona Vs West Virginia 🏀 Game Preview/Discussion Thread 1/24/26 at 12pm CBS

As the No. 1 Arizona Wildcats get ready to host the West Virginia Mountaineers on January 24, 2026, at McKale Center, the big question is whether Tommy Lloyd's undefeated team can keep rolling. Arizona comes in at a perfect 19-0 overall and 6-0 in Big 12 play, dominating opponents by an average of 21.6 points per game. West Virginia sits at 13-6 overall and 4-2 in conference action, fresh off a gritty 75-63 road win over Arizona State where their defense locked things down in the second half. This Big 12 showdown pits Arizona's explosive offense against a Mountaineers defense that ranks among the nation's best, allowing just 63.1 points per game. With Arizona holding the top ranking for six straight weeks, a win here could cement their status as a national title favorite, while an upset by West Virginia would send shockwaves through the conference.

Arizona's attack has been clicking on all cylinders, thanks to elite rebounding and balanced scoring. They rank fourth nationally with 43.4 rebounds per game and hold a +13.5 rebounding margin. Freshman standout Koa Peat leads the way with 14.6 points per game, just ahead of Brayden Burries at 14.2, while forwards Tobe Awaka (10.4 points, 9.6 rebounds) and Motiejus Krivas (11.3 points, 8.4 rebounds) control the boards. The Wildcats are shooting an impressive 51.5% from the field and an even better 57.3% on two-pointers, making them tough to stop inside. For West Virginia, senior guard Honor Huff is the offensive leader at 17.1 points per game with a strong 39.5% from three, and Treysen Eaglestaff has been on fire lately, including a 23-point performance in their most recent win. The Mountaineers shoot 45.5% from the field and love to force turnovers, which could keep them competitive if they can rattle Arizona's rhythm.

The recent history between these teams adds some extra spice. Arizona got revenge for a November 2024 overtime loss to WVU (83-76) with a dominant 75-56 road win on January 7, 2025, holding the Mountaineers to just 36% shooting. West Virginia has been playing well lately, winning four of their last five games and pulling off upsets against ranked opponents like Kansas. Still, they face a tall order against an Arizona squad that's won 11 straight at home and hasn't trailed in the second half all season. This one figures to be physical and intense, but Arizona's depth, home-court edge, and relentless style should carry them to their 20th win.

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