Arizona defeats Akron 93-65, advances in NCAA Tournament

The Arizona Wildcats showcased their dominance in the first round of the NCAA tournament with a 93-65 victory over the Akron Zips, advancing to the second round. Arizona, the fourth seed from the Big 12, leveraged their size and athleticism, out-rebounding Akron 53-22 and shooting 57% from the field, including 48% from three-point range. Jaden Bradley led the Wildcats with 19 points, while Trey Townsend contributed significantly with 16 points and eight rebounds. Despite a brief challenge from Akron, who managed to tie the game early, Arizona quickly regained control and maintained a comfortable lead throughout the second half. The Wildcats will face the winner of the Oregon vs. Liberty matchup in their next game on Sunday. The win marks the fifth March Madness victory under head coach Tommy Lloyd, demonstrating Arizona's continued strength in postseason play.