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College Basketball News / SuperWest Sports / March 21
Rebounding a Big Advantage for Arizona vs. Smaller Zips: Henri Veesaar and Tobe Awaka could play key roles

Rebounding a Big Advantage for Arizona vs. Smaller Zips: Henri Veesaar and Tobe Awaka could play key roles

Defense is optional for Akron. The Zips are No. 181 in KenPom’s defensive efficiency metric while running the No. 16 tempo. That’s generally not the type of opponent that gives Tommy Lloyd issues.

College Basketball News / Field Level Media / March 7
No. 24 Arizona bids to 'take care of business' vs. Kansas

No. 24 Arizona bids to 'take care of business' vs. Kansas

Arizona forward Tobe Awaka is well aware of the mystique about playing in Kansas' home gym. "Even from like from when I was in middle school, high school, you know, I've heard it was one of the best college basketball environments," Awaka said.

College Basketball News / Arizona Wildcats on SI / February 20
Tennessee transfer making big impact for Arizona

Tennessee transfer making big impact for Arizona

The Arizona Wildcats (18-8, 12-3) are one of the best — and most physical — college basketball teams in the country, and Tobe Awaka is a big reason why.

Arizona Wildcats News / Arizona Sports / February 11

Arizona Wildcats’ Tobe Awaka named Big 12 Newcomer of the Week

Arizona Wildcats junior forward Tobe Awaka was named Big 12 Newcomer of the Week on Monday. Awaka started in both wins against BYU and then-ranked No. 13 Texas Tech.

College Basketball News / Heartland College Sports / February 10
Big 12 Basketball Weekly Award Winners Set to Face Off on Tuesday

Big 12 Basketball Weekly Award Winners Set to Face Off on Tuesday

On Monday, two players from the Big 12 Conference took home weekly awards thanks to their impressive play in the past two games. Kansas State’s David N’Guessan took home Big 12 Player of the Week, while Arizona’s Tobe Awaka earned Big 12 Newcomer honors.

College Basketball News / SuperWest Sports / February 7
Arizona, Texas Tech Set to Answer Big 12 Hoops Question

Arizona, Texas Tech Set to Answer Big 12 Hoops Question

Is Texas Tech the best team in the Big 12? The Red Raiders have already defeated Houston in Fertitta Center and Arizona in Lubbock. But can they beat the Wildcats in McKale?

College Basketball News / Field Level Media / November 9
No. 10 Arizona steamrolls overmatched Old Dominion

No. 10 Arizona steamrolls overmatched Old Dominion

Tobe Awaka scored 18 points, grabbed 15 rebounds and blocked two shots to lead the host Arizona Wildcats to a comfortable 102-44 victory over Old Dominion on Saturday afternoon in Tucson, Ariz.

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