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Arizona edged Iowa State 82-80 in the Big 12 tournament semifinals on Jaden Bradley's last-second jumper, after the league scrapped the fiberglass light-up court in favor of a traditional floor, a change coach Tommy Lloyd said helped create a pure, high-level game that showcased the conference's basketball strength.
Jaden Bradley hit a last-second jumper to lift No. 2 Arizona over No. 7 Iowa State 82–80, sending the Wildcats to the Big 12 championship to face Houston or Kansas; Dell’Orso poured in 26 points with six 3s as both teams traded spectacular shots late, and coach Tommy Lloyd trusted Bradley to decide the final sequence.
Arizona edged Iowa State in a back-and-forth Big 12 semifinal, with Jaden Bradley hitting the game-winning shot to send the Wildcats to the championship, where they’ll meet Houston or Kansas. Coach Tommy Lloyd praised his team’s resilience and explained the late-game execution as they navigated traps and a high-pressure finish.
Arizona Wildcats defeated the Iowa State Cyclones 82-80 in the Big 12 Tournament semifinals in Kansas City when Jaden Bradley hit a fall-away jumper at the buzzer after Tamin Lipsey’s go-a-ahead 3, sending Arizona to the title game against Houston. Bradley led with 15 points, Dell’Orso buried 26 on six 3s, and Milan Momcilovic paced Iowa State with 28.
Arizona's quest for a third consecutive Pac-12 Tournament title ended with a semifinal loss to Oregon, leaving them to regroup before the NCAA tourney. Coach Tommy Lloyd credited Oregon's resilience and defensive play, while acknowledging Arizona's offensive stagnation and turnovers. Players discussed the need to improve decision-making, handle defensive pressure, and adjust offensive strategies to counter opponents' zone defenses. Despite the setback, the team remains determined to respond positively and prepare for the challenges ahead.
After Arizona's win over Colorado, coach Tommy Lloyd and players Caleb Love and Jaden Bradley emphasized the team's refusal to make excuses and the importance of veteran leadership. They discussed the game plan, the impact of the triple overtime win at Utah, and the significance of sweeping the Mountain road trip for their Pac-12 title chances. Love and Bradley also highlighted the team's confidence and energy, while acknowledging the contributions of their teammates.
Alabama men's basketball team faces Arizona in a neutral-site game, continuing their tough nonconference schedule. Alabama's offense is potent due to their fast pace and emphasis on 3-point shooting, while their defense has been a liability. The team has faced challenges with chemistry due to many new faces and injuries. Former Alabama guard Jaden Bradley is now a key player for Arizona. The score prediction favors Arizona with a final score of 88-81.
Arizona head coach Tommy Lloyd praised Southern's effort and energy in their win, acknowledged the team's slow start, and highlighted the importance of defense. He commended Keshad Johnson's scoring ability and effort, expressed confidence in Caleb Love's progress, and emphasized the team's balanced scoring. Lloyd also discussed the challenges of adjusting to turnover-seeking opponents and the value of giving playing time to reserves. Players Filip Borovicanin and Pelle Larsson shared their thoughts on the team's performance, the impact of Johnson's play, and the team's focus on continuous improvement.
Former Alabama guard Jaden Bradley has transferred to Arizona via the NCAA transfer portal. Bradley, a McDonald's All-American and 5-star prospect in the 2022 recruiting class, started 22 games as a freshman last season at Alabama. He will bring some baggage to Tucson as he was one of at least three Alabama players identified as being at the scene of a deadly shooting in Tuscaloosa in January. The addition of Bradley gives Arizona another highly regarded ball handler to play alongside Kylan Boswell.