Arizona Dominates West Virginia, Improves to 20-0

The top-ranked Arizona Wildcats defeated West Virginia 88-53 in a Big 12 basketball game, improving their season record to 20-0.

The Wildcats are now one victory away from matching their best start in school history, which was 21 consecutive wins in the 2013-14 season.

Key Performances & Game Highlights

Arizona made 10 3-pointers during the game, which is the highest number in a Big 12 game this season.

Brayden Burries led the scoring for Arizona with 22 points, marking his sixth game this season with 20 or more points. Motiejus Krivas recorded his third double-double in the last six games, contributing 11 points and 12 rebounds.

Koa Peat added 17 points and 7 rebounds, while Tobe Awaka secured 14 rebounds. Anthony Dell’Orso scored 12 points, ending a streak of three games without a field goal.

Statistical Dominance & Defensive Strength

Arizona achieved a shooting percentage of 52.5 percent, while West Virginia (13-7, 4-3) shot 34.4 percent.

This marks the second consecutive game that Arizona has held an opponent under 60 points and 35 percent field goal shooting, a feat not accomplished since January 2023.

The Wildcats led 43-23 at halftime and maintained their advantage throughout the second half. Arizona's lead extended to over 35 points following a 13-0 run, which included seven consecutive points from Dell’Orso, with less than two minutes remaining in the game.

Looking Ahead

Arizona will play its next two games on the road, starting with a match against No. 13 BYU. This is the first of seven remaining games against ranked Big 12 opponents.