Arizona Wildcats Reach Big 12 Championship

Arizona Wildcats advanced to the Big 12 tournament championship by defeating Texas Tech 86-80, led by Caleb Love's 27 points. The game, held at T-Mobile Center, saw Arizona gain an early lead and maintain control despite Texas Tech's efforts to close the gap. Arizona's victory was aided by key performances from KJ Lewis, Trey Townsend, Jaden Bradley, and Henri Veesaar, each scoring in double figures. Texas Tech, missing key players Chance McMillian and Darrion Williams due to injuries, struggled to keep up despite Kevin Overton's 20 points. The Wildcats, with a season record of 22-11, will face top-seeded Houston in the championship game. This win positions Arizona as a strong contender for a top NCAA Tournament seed.