Arizona Wildcats Dominate West Virginia, Achieve 20-0 Record
The Arizona Wildcats showcased a stellar performance against West Virginia, achieving a decisive 88-53 victory. This triumph improved their record to 20-0, bringing them one step closer to tying the best start in school history. During the 2013-14 season, they also won their first 21 games.
Game Highlights
The game at McKale Center featured a remarkable display of three-point shooting from Arizona. The Wildcats made 10 three-pointers, the highest in a Big 12 game this season. Brayden Burries led the scoring with 22 points, marking his sixth 20-point game this season.
Key Contributors
- Brayden Burries: 22 points, including four three-pointers.
- Motiejus Krivas: 11 points and 12 rebounds, registering his third double-double in six games.
- Koa Peat: 17 points and 7 rebounds.
- Tobe Awaka: 14 rebounds.
- Anthony Dell’Orso: 12 points after a scoring drought in previous games.
Arizona shot 52.5 percent from the field, outperforming a West Virginia team that had limited opponents to 40.7 percent shooting this season. The Wildcats held West Virginia to just 34.4 percent shooting overall.
Game Flow
The Wildcats dominated early, entering halftime with a commanding 43-23 lead. A quick 7-0 run in the second half pushed their lead to 60-32, prompting West Virginia coach Ross Hodge to call multiple timeouts. Arizona maintained its scoring momentum throughout the game, with a remarkable 13-0 run late in the second half.
Statistics Summary
| Team | Points | Field Goal Percentage | 3-Point Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona Wildcats | 88 | 52.5% | 43.5% |
| West Virginia Mountaineers | 53 | 34.4% | 18.2% |
The victory marked the second consecutive game where Arizona held an opponent under 60 points. It was their first time accomplishing this feat against back-to-back teams since January 2023.
Next Steps
Following this win, the Wildcats will hit the road for two away games. Their next matchup is scheduled against No. 13 BYU, part of a challenging stretch that includes seven games against ranked Big 12 teams.
