Arizona Wildcats Defeat Arizona State Sun Devils 87-74
Saturday, January 31, 2026, 2:00 PM ET · Desert Financial Arena
Arizona Wildcats 87, Arizona State Sun Devils 74, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Arizona Wildcats vs Arizona State Sun Devils?
Arizona Wildcats beat Arizona State Sun Devils 87-74 at Desert Financial Arena on January 31, 2026.
Who was favored in Arizona Wildcats vs Arizona State Sun Devils?
Arizona Wildcats were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -1600 (about 94% implied). The favorite won.
In a compelling matchup at the Desert Financial Arena, the Arizona Wildcats continued their impressive undefeated run, defeating the Arizona State Sun Devils 87-74. This victory marks the Wildcats' 23rd consecutive win this season, maintaining their perfect record of 22-0, while the Sun Devils fell to 11-12 overall.
The Wildcats showcased their offensive prowess, averaging 91.4 points in their last ten games, and they demonstrated this scoring ability once again. They have been on a remarkable winning streak, going 10-0 in their last ten games, with their most recent victory against BYU Cougars, where they won 86-83. In contrast, the Sun Devils have struggled significantly, with a record of 2-8 in their last ten games, averaging 78.0 points scored but allowing an average of 86.5 points, indicative of their defensive vulnerabilities.
Arizona State's recent form has been concerning, as they have lost their last game against UCF Knights 79-76, and they are currently on a one-game losing streak. Their home record stands at 2-3, while their away record is a troubling 0-5. The Sun Devils have not fared well against strong opponents, and their last five games reflect a record of 1-4, with an average of 75.2 points scored and 82.8 points allowed.
The Wildcats' success has been bolstered by their strong away performance, holding a perfect away record of 4-0. Their last five games have seen them score an impressive average of 84.8 points while allowing only 69.2 points, demonstrating their defensive capabilities as well. In their previous meeting this season, the Wildcats defeated the Sun Devils 89-82, further emphasizing their dominance in this rivalry, as Arizona State has lost all three encounters against Arizona in the last two seasons.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details, but the performance of both teams suggests that the Wildcats are operating at full strength, while the Sun Devils may be feeling the pressure of their recent losses.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, reflected the Wildcats' dominance with a spread of 14.5 points in favor of Arizona. The total for the game was set at 163.5, with odds of -112.0 for the over and -108.0 for the under. The money line indicated a heavy favorite in the Wildcats at -1600, compared to the Sun Devils at +900, further illustrating the disparity in expectations for this matchup.
The game conditions were typical for a college basketball setting, with a lively atmosphere at the Desert Financial Arena, which often provides a challenging environment for visiting teams. Fans were treated to a display of high-scoring basketball, with the Wildcats' offensive efficiency on full display.
As the game unfolded, key moments included several scoring plays from Jaden Bradley, who contributed significantly to the Wildcats' lead in the second half, including multiple jump shots and free throws. The Sun Devils attempted to rally late in the game, with Noah Meeusen hitting some crucial three-pointers, but it was not enough to close the gap.
Overall, this fixture showcased the stark contrast between the two programs this season, with the Wildcats firmly establishing themselves as a national powerhouse while the Sun Devils continue to seek consistency and improvement.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | ARIZ -14.5 | 163.5 o -112 / u -108 | Arizona Wildcats -1600 · Arizona State Sun Devils +900 |
Leaders
- PointsNoah Meeusen16Arizona State Sun Devils
- AssistsNoah Meeusen5Arizona State Sun Devils
- ReboundsSantiago Trouet7Arizona State Sun Devils
- PointsKoa Peat21Arizona Wildcats
- AssistsJaden Bradley6Arizona Wildcats
- ReboundsTobe Awaka13Arizona Wildcats
Recent form
Arizona State Sun Devils
Last 10: 2-8Streak L178 scored · 86.5 allowed per game2-3 at home
- L76-79at UCF KnightsJan 28
- W82-68vs Cincinnati BearcatsJan 25
- L63-75vs West Virginia MountaineersJan 22
- L73-103at Houston CougarsJan 18
- L82-89at Arizona WildcatsJan 15
- W87-84vs Kansas State WildcatsJan 10
- L76-104at BYU CougarsJan 8
- L89-95vs Colorado BuffaloesJan 3
- L75-78vs Oregon State BeaversDec 21
- L77-90at UCLA BruinsDec 18
Arizona Wildcats
Last 10: 10-0Streak W1091.4 scored · 71.5 allowed per game4-0 away
- W86-83at BYU CougarsJan 27
- W88-53vs West Virginia MountaineersJan 24
- W77-51vs Cincinnati BearcatsJan 22
- W84-77at UCF KnightsJan 17
- W89-82vs Arizona State Sun DevilsJan 15
- W86-73at TCU Horned FrogsJan 10
- W101-76vs Kansas State WildcatsJan 8
- W97-78at Utah UtesJan 3
- W99-71vs South Dakota State JackrabbitsDec 30
- W107-71vs Bethune-Cookman WildcatsDec 23
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 36-3 | - | 16-2 |
| Houston | 30-7 | 2 | 14-4 |
| Iowa State | 29-8 | 4 | 12-6 |
| Kansas | 24-11 | 4 | 12-6 |
| Texas Tech | 23-11 | 4 | 12-6 |
| TCU | 23-12 | 5 | 11-7 |
| BYU | 23-12 | 7 | 9-9 |
| UCF | 21-12 | 7 | 9-9 |
| West Virginia | 21-14 | 7 | 9-9 |
| Cincinnati | 18-15 | 7 | 9-9 |
| Colorado | 17-16 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Arizona State | 17-16 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Oklahoma State | 20-15 | 10 | 6-12 |
| Baylor | 17-17 | 10 | 6-12 |
| Kansas State | 12-20 | 13 | 3-15 |
| Utah | 10-22 | 14 | 2-16 |
Box score
| Stat | Arizona Wildcats | Arizona State Sun Devils |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 32-63 | 27-65 |
| Field goal % | 51 | 42 |
| Three-pointers | 4-11 | 8-24 |
| Three-point % | 36 | 33 |
| Free throws | 19-26 | 12-20 |
| Free throw % | 73 | 60 |
| Rebounds | 47 | 32 |
| Offensive rebounds | 16 | 12 |
| Defensive rebounds | 31 | 20 |
| Assists | 17 | 14 |
| Steals | 8 | 10 |
| Blocks | 5 | 6 |
| Turnovers | 14 | 12 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 21 | 10 |
| Fast-break points | 17 | 16 |
| Points in the paint | 50 | 20 |
| Fouls | 19 | 17 |
| Largest lead | 20 | 4 |
| Lead changes | 7 | 7 |
| Time in front | 68 | 22 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half48-42Koa Peat makes layup (Brayden Burries assists)
- 2nd Half48-45Maurice Odum makes 26-foot three pointer
- 2nd Half50-45Brayden Burries makes driving layup
- 2nd Half50-46Massamba Diop makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-47Massamba Diop makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half51-47Tobe Awaka makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half52-47Dwayne Aristode makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half53-47Anthony Dell'Orso makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half54-47Anthony Dell'Orso makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half56-47Koa Peat makes 4-foot dunk (Brayden Burries assists)
- 2nd Half56-50Bryce Ford makes 23-foot three point step back jumpshot (Noah Meeusen assists)
- 2nd Half56-53Anthony Johnson makes 24-foot three point jumper (Noah Meeusen assists)
- 2nd Half59-53Brayden Burries makes 22-foot three point jumper (Anthony Dell'Orso assists)
- 2nd Half61-53Brayden Burries makes driving layup
- 2nd Half63-53Tobe Awaka makes driving layup
- 2nd Half63-55Noah Meeusen makes 19-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half65-55Koa Peat makes 7-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half65-57Andrija Grbović makes 18-foot jumper (Noah Meeusen assists)
- 2nd Half65-58Noah Meeusen makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half68-58Ivan Kharchenkov makes 28-foot three point jumper (Anthony Dell'Orso assists)
- 2nd Half68-60Massamba Diop makes layup (Santiago Trouet assists)
- 2nd Half71-60Koa Peat makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jaden Bradley assists)
- 2nd Half71-61Noah Meeusen makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half71-62Noah Meeusen makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half73-62Jaden Bradley makes 15-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half73-64Anthony Johnson makes driving layup (Noah Meeusen assists)
- 2nd Half75-64Tobe Awaka makes layup
- 2nd Half77-64Ivan Kharchenkov makes driving layup
- 2nd Half77-65Massamba Diop makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half79-65Koa Peat makes 3-foot dunk (Jaden Bradley assists)
- 2nd Half79-67Andrija Grbović makes 12-foot jumper (Noah Meeusen assists)
- 2nd Half80-67Brayden Burries makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half81-67Brayden Burries makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half83-67Jaden Bradley makes 12-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half85-67Jaden Bradley makes 20-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half86-67Jaden Bradley makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half87-67Jaden Bradley makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half87-70Noah Meeusen makes 25-foot three pointer
- 2nd Half87-71Noah Meeusen makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half87-74Noah Meeusen makes 26-foot three point jumper (Andrija Grbović assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Arizona State Sun Devils, below favours Arizona Wildcats.
Venue
- Desert Financial ArenaTempe, AZ
- Attendance13838
- OfficialsKipp Kissinger, Tyler Kumpf, Chris Merlo
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