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Expectations are high for Tommy Lloyd and the Arizona Wildcats in 2026-27, coming off the program's first Final Four run in 25 years. Arizona is already in the national championship conversation, even with only two players from last year's rotation back in the mix.

Arizona Wildcats News / Arizona Desert Swarm / October 21

Arizona center Motiejus Krivas named AP Preseason All-American

Motiejus Krivas can add another preseason accolade next to his name. The Arizona Wildcats senior center has been named to the Associated Press Preseason All-American team.

Arizona Wildcats News / Arizona Desert Swarm / October 17

What Tommy Lloyd, Arizona players said after exhibition win over San Diego State

This exhibition did not feel like an exhibition, it felt like the real deal. Arizona was able to out “bully-ball” San Diego State in a 82-67 victory to take the second exhibition of the season.

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Arizona Wildcats News / Arizona Desert Swarm / October 15

Arizona men’s basketball picked to win Big 12; Ivan Kharchenkov, Motiejus Krivas named to all-conference team

Ahead of winning the Big 12 last season, only one of the league’s 16 coaches picked Arizona to take the title. And not a single Wildcat was tabbed to the preseason all-conference team.

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Looking back at the guy who followed THE guy in college basketball

North Carolina recently fired head men's basketball coach Hubert Davis, ending a five-year run in which he struggled to keep the program at the heights of its lofty expectations.

Arizona Wildcats News / Arizona Desert Swarm / October 14

What Tommy Lloyd, Motiejus Krivas and Derek Dixon said after Arizona’s exhibition win over San Francisco

Arizona men’s basketball started preseason play in dominating fashion with a 93-69 win over San Francisco. Center Motiejus Krivas led the Wildcats with 20 points while forward Ivan Kharchenkov added in 18 of his own.

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / August 21

What Arizona lineup could look like with Godfrey potential suspension

What Arizona lineup could look like with RJ Godfrey potential four-game suspension

Arizona provided a glimpse into what its starting lineup could look like without Godfrey during its first two games on a trip to Eastern Europe.

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Arizona Wildcats News / Arizona Wildcats on SI / May 12

How Arizona's Latest Signings Solve Problems in Frontcourt

The Arizona Wildcats may not have completely solved their problem in revamping the frontcourt, but it is a very good start with the re-signing of Motiejus Krivas and the commitment of Ugnius Jarusevicius, a transfer from Nebraska.

Arizona Wildcats News / Arizona Wildcats on SI / May 11

Arizona in Line For Top California Prospect

Arizona Wildcats men's basketball received good news when the program learned that star center Motiejus Krivas will return for his senior season. Krivas considered declaring for the NBA Draft, as he had a late first-round projection, but he ultimately chose to stay with head coach Tommy Lloyd.

Arizona Wildcats News / Arizona Wildcats on SI / May 11

Wildcats Swing and Miss on Transfer Portal Big Man

Arizona has yet again lost out on a transfer portal target this offseason. On May 4, head coach Tommy Lloyd and the Wildcats hosted one of the top remaining portal big men, Devin Williams.

Arizona Wildcats News / Arizona Wildcats on SI / May 8

Arizona Receives Major Update on Top Transfer Devin Williams

Head coach Tommy Lloyd and the Arizona Wildcats hosted former Florida Atlantic center Devin Williams this past Monday. Williams averaged 7.5 points, 5.2 rebounds, and 2.6 blocks a game.

Arizona Wildcats News / Arizona Wildcats on SI / April 29

Why Motiejus Krivas Must Be Arizona's Centerpiece

Losing stars always sounds scary, but for the Arizona Wildcats, this season isn’t about replacing talent; it’s about redefining who everything runs through.

College Basketball News / NBA Draft on SI / April 28

NBA Draft: Motiejus Krivas Could Boost Stock for 2027 Draft

On Monday, Arizona announced the return of a few key players, one of which was center Motiejus Krivas. A 7-foot-2 big, Motiejus will be coming back for his senior season with the Wildcats, having already played three seasons in Tucson and seeing a breakout junior year.

Arizona Wildcats News / Arizona Wildcats on SI / April 28

Examining Arizona's Next Moves After Resigning Motiejus Krivas

Center Motiejus Krivas announced earlier on Monday that he will be returning to the Arizona Wildcats after rumors of him potentially joining Koa Peat and Brayden Burries in the upcoming NBA Draft.

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College Basketball News / Field Level Media / April 27

Arizona C Motiejus Krivas returning for senior season

Arizona center Motiejus Krivas is returning for the 2026-27 season after a breakout junior campaign for the Wildcats. The school announced the news on social media Monday with the caption, "Go ahead and add him to your preseason POY watch list now.

College Basketball News / Hoops Rumors / April 26

Motiejus Krivas Returning To Arizona For 2026/27 Season

Lithuanian center Motiejus Krivas has decided to return to Arizona for his senior year, according to Jonathan Wasserman of Bleacher Report (Twitter link).

College Basketball News / SuperWest Sports / April 3

Final Four: Rebounds, Steals Key for Arizona vs. Michigan: What Wildcats must do to play in National Championship Game

The past 25 years have led up to this moment. Arizona finally broke its Elite 8 curse and is back in the Final Four. The last time the Wildcats were here, they beat Michigan State to advance to the National Championship Game.

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / April 1

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College Basketball News / NBA Draft on SI / March 25

From Koa Peat to Motiejus Krivas, Arizona's NBA Draft Prospect Pool is Growing

Not a single Arizona Wildcat was featured on any of the three AP All-America teams. Maybe it's a nod to head coach Tommy Lloyd, but the fact that no one on the Big 12 Tournament Championship team, who by the way, went 29-2 in the regular season, is fascinating, and quite bold from the voters.

College Basketball News / Heartland College Sports / February 6

Two Big 12 bigs in the hunt for Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Award

Arizona junior center Motiejus Krivas and Kansas sophomore forward Flory Bidunga are among the top 10 midseason candidates for the Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Award, the Basketball Hall of Fame announced on Thursday, ahead of a prime time Big 12 matchup between their teams on Monday at Allen Fieldhouse.

College Basketball News / Field Level Media / January 8

Brayden Burries buries 28 points as No. 1 Arizona routs Kansas State

Brayden Burries tied a career high with 28 points with nine rebounds and Motiejus Krivas finished with a career-best 25 points and 12 rebounds to lead No.

College Basketball News / Stadium Rant / January 7

Extremely Early 2026 March Madness Championship Winner Predictions

As we approach the halfway point of the college basketball season, many people are getting ready for the March Madness tournament. While it might be too early for some to begin researching, this is a great time to analyze why specific teams are standing out from the rest.

College Basketball News / Field Level Media / November 29

Motiejus Krivas ties career high as No. 2 Arizona overwhelms Norfolk State

Arizona's 7-foot-2 center Motiejus Krivas tied a career-high with 20 points and added nine rebounds to lead the No. 2 Wildcats to a 98-61 victory Saturday over Norfolk State at Tucson, Ariz.

College Basketball News / Field Level Media / November 15

Anthony Dell'Orso, No. 5 Arizona pull out win over No. 15 UCLA

Anthony Dell'Orso scored 20 points and Jaden Bradley tallied 13 of his 15 points in the second half to help No. 5 Arizona notch a 69-65 victory over No. 15 UCLA.

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College Basketball News / NCAA Basketball on ClutchPoints / November 3