Arizona State Defeats Cincinnati 82-68 in NCAAB Clash
Saturday, January 24, 2026, 10:00 PM ET · Desert Financial Arena
Arizona State Sun Devils 82, Cincinnati Bearcats 68, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Cincinnati Bearcats vs Arizona State Sun Devils?
Arizona State Sun Devils beat Cincinnati Bearcats 82-68 at Desert Financial Arena on January 24, 2026.
Who was favored in Cincinnati Bearcats vs Arizona State Sun Devils?
Cincinnati Bearcats were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -162 (about 62% implied). The underdog won.
In a compelling matchup at the Desert Financial Arena, the Arizona State Sun Devils secured a decisive 82-68 victory over the Cincinnati Bearcats. This win marked a crucial turnaround for Arizona State, who had been struggling with a recent three-game losing streak prior to this game. With this victory, they improved their record to 12-9, while Cincinnati fell to 10-11.
The Sun Devils entered the game with a home record of 11-9, but had been facing difficulties, going 3-7 in their last ten games. Their recent form showed an average of 77.7 points scored per game, but they also allowed an average of 84.5 points, indicating defensive vulnerabilities. In their last five games, they averaged 76.2 points while allowing 91.0, showcasing a significant need for improvement on the defensive end.
On the other hand, Cincinnati's performance has been mixed, with a record of 10-10 overall and 4-6 in their last ten games. They had averaged 70.6 points scored and 68.2 points allowed during that stretch. However, they faced a setback in their last game against the Arizona Wildcats, where they lost 51-77, contributing to their current one-game losing streak. Cincinnati's away record stood at 0-5, highlighting their struggles when playing outside of their home arena.
This fixture was particularly notable as it was a rematch from earlier in the season, where Cincinnati had previously defeated Arizona State 67-60 on January 18, 2025. The Sun Devils were eager to avenge that loss, and they did so convincingly in this game.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any significant player absences for either team, allowing both squads to field their best lineups. The market had priced Cincinnati as 3.5-point favorites according to DraftKings, with a total set at 146.5. The odds reflected a competitive matchup, but Arizona State's performance exceeded expectations.
The game conditions were conducive for basketball, with a lively crowd supporting the home team. As the game progressed, Arizona State showcased their offensive strengths, particularly in the second half, where they pulled away from Cincinnati. Key scoring plays included a three-point jumper from Maurice Odum that capped off the scoring for the Sun Devils, demonstrating their ability to execute under pressure.
Overall, this game served as a significant moment for Arizona State, allowing them to regain some confidence after a tough stretch. The Sun Devils will look to build on this momentum as they continue their season, while Cincinnati will need to regroup and address their away struggles moving forward.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | CIN -3.5 | 146.5 o -110 / u -110 | Cincinnati Bearcats -162 · Arizona State Sun Devils +136 |
Leaders
- PointsMaurice Odum33Arizona State Sun Devils
- AssistsMaurice Odum8Arizona State Sun Devils
- ReboundsMassamba Diop10Arizona State Sun Devils
- PointsBaba Miller23Cincinnati Bearcats
- AssistsDay Day Thomas6Cincinnati Bearcats
- ReboundsBaba Miller9Cincinnati Bearcats
Recent form
Arizona State Sun Devils
Last 10: 3-7Streak L377.7 scored · 84.5 allowed per game2-3 at home
- 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
- W82-79at Santa Clara BroncosDec 14
- W73-48vs Northern Arizona LumberjacksDec 10
Cincinnati Bearcats
Last 10: 4-6Streak L170.6 scored · 68.2 allowed per game0-5 away
- L51-77at Arizona WildcatsJan 22
- W79-70vs Iowa State CyclonesJan 17
- W77-68vs Colorado BuffaloesJan 15
- L72-73at UCF KnightsJan 11
- L60-62at West Virginia MountaineersJan 7
- L60-67vs Houston CougarsJan 3
- W89-62vs Lipscomb BisonsDec 30
- L65-68at Clemson TigersDec 21
- W88-51vs Alabama State HornetsDec 18
- L65-84at Georgia BulldogsDec 13
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 | Cincinnati Bearcats | Arizona State Sun Devils |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 27-60 | 27-57 |
| Field goal % | 45 | 47 |
| Three-pointers | 4-17 | 13-28 |
| Three-point % | 24 | 46 |
| Free throws | 10-15 | 15-21 |
| Free throw % | 67 | 71 |
| Rebounds | 38 | 31 |
| Offensive rebounds | 13 | 8 |
| Defensive rebounds | 25 | 23 |
| Assists | 19 | 17 |
| Steals | 8 | 7 |
| Blocks | 3 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 15 | 11 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 10 | 17 |
| Fast-break points | 16 | 19 |
| Points in the paint | 34 | 26 |
| Fouls | 16 | 15 |
| Largest lead | 2 | 14 |
| Lead changes | 11 | 11 |
| Time in front | 14 | 82 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half39-40Baba Miller makes 7-foot jumper
- 2nd Half41-40Jizzle James makes 19-foot jumper (Day Day Thomas assists)
- 2nd Half41-43Santiago Trouet makes 26-foot three point jumper (Bryce Ford assists)
- 2nd Half41-45Massamba Diop makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half44-45Jalen Celestine makes 25-foot three point jumper (Day Day Thomas assists)
- 2nd Half44-47Santiago Trouet makes 2-foot dunk (Maurice Odum assists)
- 2nd Half44-48Santiago Trouet makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half44-49Santiago Trouet makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half46-49Baba Miller makes 11-foot floating jump shot (Day Day Thomas assists)
- 2nd Half46-52Maurice Odum makes 29-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half46-54Anthony Johnson makes driving layup (Maurice Odum assists)
- 2nd Half48-54Kerr Kriisa makes 13-foot jumper (Moustapha Thiam assists)
- 2nd Half48-56Anthony Johnson makes driving layup (Massamba Diop assists)
- 2nd Half48-59Andrija Grbović makes 25-foot three point jumper (Anthony Johnson assists)
- 2nd Half50-59Moustapha Thiam makes layup (Jizzle James assists)
- 2nd Half50-60Maurice Odum makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-61Maurice Odum makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half51-61Sencire Harris makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half52-61Sencire Harris makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half52-64Noah Meeusen makes 24-foot three point jumper (Maurice Odum assists)
- 2nd Half55-64Jalen Celestine makes 26-foot three point jumper (Moustapha Thiam assists)
- 2nd Half57-64Moustapha Thiam makes 8-foot jumper
- 2nd Half59-64Sencire Harris makes layup (Day Day Thomas assists)
- 2nd Half61-64Sencire Harris makes layup (Baba Miller assists)
- 2nd Half61-67Maurice Odum makes 26-foot three point jumper (Bryce Ford assists)
- 2nd Half61-70Maurice Odum makes 29-foot three point jumper (Massamba Diop assists)
- 2nd Half62-70Baba Miller makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-70Baba Miller makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-72Massamba Diop makes 6-foot jumper
- 2nd Half63-73Maurice Odum makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-74Maurice Odum makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half64-74Baba Miller makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half65-74Baba Miller makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half65-76Santiago Trouet makes layup (Maurice Odum assists)
- 2nd Half65-77Anthony Johnson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half65-78Anthony Johnson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half67-78Jizzle James makes 11-foot jumper
- 2nd Half68-78Baba Miller makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half68-79Santiago Trouet makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half68-82Maurice Odum makes 29-foot three point jumper
Win probability
Above the line favours Arizona State Sun Devils, below favours Cincinnati Bearcats.
Venue
- Desert Financial ArenaTempe, AZ
- Attendance6950
- OfficialsBret Smith, Robert Felder, Chris Pasci
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