AZ Wildcats Podcast

The Phoenix Suns selected Koa Peat with the last pick of the first round in the NBA draft. Peat’s stock fell right to the hometown team as he was able to stay in his hometown near Phoenix. Will Peat be effective for the Suns next season despite his lack of offensive pop? Will his physicality be his calling card? What about his defense? Kevin Thomas (@kevoposts) of the AZ Wildcats Podcast breakdown what Peat brings to the Suns and how he will be able to impact winning despite some of his deficiencies.

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Do the Arizona Wildcats have a Heisman candidate at QB next season with veteran QB Noah Fifita? Head Coach Brent Brennan believes the answer is yes. Brennan appeared on local radio earlier this week and had some very positive things to say about his star QB.

PLUS! Arizona MBB commit Maksim Brnovic is a LEGIT 6’10 playmaker.

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0:00 - Catching up

2:40 - Can Arizona build on last season?

9:30 - PTSD incoming

14:00 - Noah...

Arizona has had many elite combo guards, especially under Tommy Lloyd. Is Caleb Holt next in line? How will Holt perform in the Big 12? What type of statistical expectations can fans have? Can Holt become the 20th (we think) freshman in Big 12 history to lead his team in scoring?

PLUS! Arizona football is getting BIG in the weight room and Kevin has released his way too early Top 25

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Arizona Wildcats recruiting target Darius Wabbington has released his top 6 programs list. Will Arizona land Wabbington? How would the versatile center fit in Tucson? Which schools involved are the biggest threats to the Wildcats? Kentucky, Texas, Louisville, North Carolina, and Indiana are all competing for his services.

PLUS! Caleb Holt has a shot to make Big 12 history and Tetairoa McMillan receives another honor before his 2nd NFL season.

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0:00 - Sir Darius of Wabbington

5:00 - Tom...

Caleb Holt is one of the highest recruits in program history but recently the composite ranking was updated with Holt listed as the number one all time recruit in Arizona history. Will Holt be better than DeAndre Ayton, Stanley Johnson and others? Or is the ranking all hype?

PLUS! Noah Fifita is balling out in the off-season and Damon makes his much awaited return!

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0:00 - Damon is back and Kevin wins!

4:30 - Koa Peat bac...

Arizona has officially signed Montenegrin forward Maksim Brnovic from the Zalgiris Junior Team in Lithuania. Tommy Lloyd has added a 6’10 versatile playmaker that should figure to land himself in the NBA at some point in the future. What does Brnovic add to Arizona next season? How is his fit with this team? Can he start?

PLUS! Saul Bookman joins the show to discuss Tommy Lloyd’s press conference where he discussed Koa Peat, Brayden Burries, Jaden Bradley, Tobe Awaka, Anthony Dell’Orso and more!

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The Arizona Wildcats lost Brayden Burries, Koa Peat, Jaden Bradley and Tobe Awaka to the NBA. How can they bounce back? Can Caleb Holt recreate the greatness we saw in the Arizona backcourt last season? How will the return of Motiejus Krivas and Ivan Kharchenkov benefit the Wildcats?

PLUS! Saul Bookman joins the show to discuss Jaden Bradley’s fit with Toronto and how Arizona will manage without him. Noah Fifita STILL getting slept on, and much much more!

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The first round of the NBA Draft was historic for the Arizona Wildcats who saw two Wildcats selected for the 6th time in program history. Bradyen Burries landed with the Milwaukee Bucks at 10th overall. Koa Peat is making (another) homecoming as he was selected 30th overall after a 4 team trade.

PLUS! Will Jaden Bradley and Tobe Awaka hear their names called tonight? and why Caleb Holt could be the best player Tommy Lloyd has had at Arizona?

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It’s officially NBA Draft day. Brayden Burries and Koa Peat are the two Wildcats likely to have their name called in the first round. Will Burries remain in the Top 10? Will Peat be able to go in the top 25? Where will their new homes be? Can Jaden Bradley miraculously sneak into the top 30?

There was also recently a report by Jake Fischer that indicates the Suns could be interested in trading up for Koa Peat, what does it mean?

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The Arizona Wildcats are projected to put at least 3 more alumni into the NBA this week as Brayden Burries, Koa Peat, Jaden Bradley hope to hear their names called in the draft.

How high can Burries rise? Where will Koa Peat fit best in the NBA? Is Jaden Bradley the leader every team is looking for in the 2nd round? And will Anthony Dell’Orso or Tobe Awaka find places in the NBA?

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The Arizona Wildcats were led by Big 12 player of the year Jaden Bradley, Now Bradley is entering the 2026 NBA Draft. Multiple teams have rumored interest in the veteran point guard but who will end up being the team to select Bradley.

Saul Bookman joins the show to discuss the latest as it pertains to Jaden Bradley’s future and also some thing’s in Bradley’s personal life that made this past season an even bigger challenge to overcome.

PLUS! Where does Saul think Koa Peat can succeed in the NBA and MORE...

The Arizona Wildcats were ranked by CBS Sport’s Isaac Trotter as the ONLY Big 12 team with National Title potential. We speak with Trotter about his rankings + MORE.

PLUS! Brayden Burries cancels his workout with Sacramento Kings but accepts workout with Golden State Warriors and Noah Fifita believes his Wildcats can make program history this upcoming football season.

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Former Arizona power forward Koa Peat could be hearing his name called in the mid 20’s of the NBA draft. Peat is rumored to land with Boston, Philadelphia, Denver, New York among other teams.

Where does Peat fit BEST? Where do we NOT think he fits as well?

PLUS! Anthony Dell’Orso gets his shot at the NBA, ESPN continues to erode their reliability, and Brendan Sorsby shifts blame towards Cincinnati.

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The Arizona Wildcats are the defending Big 12 champions both regular and post-season. Did Tommy Lloyd do enough this off-season to defend the crown? Or is Arizona slipping back slightly in the Big 12 next season?

Today we discuss CBS Sports “way too early” Big 12 tier rankings, why Arizona are the new kings of the Big 12, Sportscenter highschool player rankings losing all credibility and more!

PLUS! Brendan Sorsby’s decision to enter the NFL Supplemental draft leaves a vacuum of power in the Big 12, can Arizona capitalize?

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The Arizona Wildcats are the only team from last year’s Final Four with a set starting 5 for next season. Tommy Lloyd is still missing a PF and is the NCAA to blame?

Today we discuss how the NCAA’s new eligibility rules could be holding back Arizona from finding the next starting PF, NaVorro Bowman Jr’s recruitment to Arizona, and how Urban Meyer was nearly the coach at Arizona.

PLUS! Brendan Sorsby’s story with the Big 12 takes yet another twist and turn.

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Brendan Sorsby and Texas Tech have effectively pissed off the entire college football world. The Big 12 is considering sanctions for Texas Tech. Will Brendan Sorsby play for Texas Tech in 2026? Anthony Totri and Damon Fairall discuss it on Behind Enemy Lines.

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The Arizona Wildcats have announced their Big 12 opponents for the season, did Tommy Lloyd LOAD the schedule?

Today we breakdown some of the most MUST SEE matchups for Wildcats fans and we talk a LOADED non-conference schedule for the Cats.

PLUS! The Brendan Sorsby situation has become a dumpster fire for Texas Tech’s PR, and we reminisce on some of our favorite Wildcats of all time.

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0:00 - JV day

3:00 - Damo...

The Arizona Wildcats may be missing a starting PF but do they already have the Best Big 3 in College Basketball? Caleb Holt, Ivan Kharchenkov and Motiejus Krivas might be the best trio in all of college hoops, today we examine some of the competition for that title.

PLUS! Arizona’s Big 12 opponents have dropped for next season, De’Aaron Fox costs Carter Bryant a ring, and Brandan Sorsby has opened up the Big 12 for Brent Brennan, Noah Fifita and the Arizona Wildcats

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The Arizona Wildcats had some of the most NBA draft talent this past season considering Brayden Burries, Koa Peat, Jaden Bradley, Tobe Awaka, and even Anthony Dell’Orso. With more NBA draft information than ever out there right now, where do the simulations think the Arizona products will fall?

PLUS! We rank 5 guards and 5 bigs, go 32-0 in College basketball, and MORE!

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0:00 - Way Back Wednesday

5:30 - Stone Gettings

10:55 - Brayden Burries and K...

The Arizona Wildcats have a nearly complete roster for 2026-27, but do they need more to be considered in the Top 10? Tommy Lloyd could still be cooking. Is Maksim Brnovic going to end up being a starter for Arizona?

PLUS! Adan Diggs and Darius Wabbington discussion, NBA Draft buzz is here and MORE!

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0:00 - LIIIIVE

1:45 - Rundown

3:50 - Brendan Sorsby Fallout

12:00 - Who said "The Joker" quote?

15:50 - Wil...

The Arizona Wildcats has reportedly signed another International forward, Maksim Brnović. Brnovic plays in Lithuania. Is he the answer for Arizona at the 4?

How could Maksin Brnovic fit in Tommy Lloyd’s system? Could he start for Arizona? Or will he be a depth piece?

PLUS! Adan Diggs and Darius Wabbington UPSET by team Canada in the U18 Americup and the fellas make their World Cup predictions

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0:00 - Catching up from the weekend...

Chancellor Johnson Big 12 expert joins Kevin Thomas and Damon Fairall on the AZ Wildcats Podcast to discuss all the Arizona Wildcats entering the 2026 NBA draft Brayden Burries, Koa Peat, Jaden Bradley and even Tobe Awaka. 

PLUS! Johnson has sat down with some of the TOP prospects in this draft for film sessions, what did he take away?

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The Arizona Wildcats have silent about their hunt for a PF this off-season, could Malique Lewis be the impact player they're looking for?

Adan Diggs, Darius Wabbington and company are leading the Team USA U18 team in the AmeriCup. Should Tommy Lloyd be falling over himself to sign both Diggs and Wabbington? Could the 2027 class end up as one of Arizona's best?

PLUS! Cameron Huindo is likely not eligible for next season at Arizona and more!

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The Arizona Wildcats are still missing a PF for the 2026-27 season, could the NBL's Malique Lewis be Tommy Lloyd's answer? Today we examine his fit with the Arizona Wildcats, his performances overseas, his skillset and what he could bring to an NCAA team.

PLUS! Who are some of the other options out there for Arizona at PF, Adan Diggs and Darius Wabbington are playing for Team USA still, and MORE!

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The Arizona Wildcats are still missing a PF for next seasons roster and now that Milan Momcilovic has signed with Kentucky, where should Tommy Lloyd look for a PF?

Signs point towards Lloyd turning overseas. Will he look to France for Hugo Yimga-Moukouri or Cameron Huindo or look towards the NBL for Malique Lewis? There is also Polish options like Jakub Szumert.

PLUS! Noah Fifita spoke with the Big 12 and MORE!

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The Arizona Wildcats were in a bidding war with Louisville and Kentucky and have bowed out allowing star transfer Milan Momcilovic to sign with the Kentucky Wildcats. Momcilovic has signed for a rumored $6.5 Million Dollars to Mark Pope.

Where does this leave Tommy Lloyd and the Wildcats? How can Arizona find a serviceable power forward?

PLUS! Arizona has signed a deal with Arkansas to play a game every year for the next 4 years.

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The Arizona Wildcats have gone another weekend without finding a power forward. Kentucky and Louisville rumors swirl for Milan Momcilovic. Is Arizona still in the race?

Does the silence surrounding Momcilovic actually indicate Arizona could be stealing Momcilovic away at the last moment?

PLUS! Carter Bryant makes Arizona Wildcats history by making the NBA Finals with the San Antonio Spurs and MORE!

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2:00 - What's the latest with Mila...

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The Arizona Wildcats are one of the last remaining teams in the the Milan Momcilovic sweepstakes. But is Arizona willing the pay the price?

PLUS! Tommy Lloyd spoke about Koa Peat at Big 12 spring meetings, Hugo Yimga-Moukouri is a solid option for Arizona at PF, Caleb Holt continues to excite the fanbase, and some reasons why Momcilovic is must have or why not.

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0:00 - Carter Bryant balling out?

8:08 - Milan Momcilovic latest

24:00 - M...

The Arizona Wildcats have lost the services of Koa Peat to the NBA draft. Peat’s decision has led fans to look to Milan Momcilovic for help. The best shooter in college basketball by a somewhat large margin, Momcilovic has pulled his name out of the NBA draft. Kentucky, Arizona and Lousiville are the leaders in the clubhouse for his services. What can Arizona do to secure his services.

PLUS! Another international name Wildcats fans could be looking to for the starting power forward position.

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The Arizona Wildcats could be a pre-season top 5 team next season. But the question that looms large is, "will Koa peat withdraw from the NBA draft?". It's NBA Draft withdrawal deadline day. What will Koa Peat do?

PLUS! Caleb Holt is back in Alabama for summer runs, Derek Dixon spoke with Jeff Goodman of the Field of 68, Will Gottlieb joins the show to talk NBA Draft.

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2:30 - Koa Peat's decision looms large

8:00 - Tommy Llo...

The Arizona Wildcats have emerged as a suitor for Iowa State sniper Milan Momcilovic who may be withdrawing from the NBA Draft. Is this realistic? Would he be a good Koa Peat replacement?

We breakdown Momcilovic’s recruitment and how he would fit in Tommy Lloyd’s system next to Motiejus Krivas, Ivan Kharchenkov, Caleb Holt and more!

PLUS! Koa Peat has 24 hours to make an official decision on the NBA Draft!

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The Arizona Wildcats were able to retain their head coach Tommy Lloyd this past summer despite rumors of a soured relationship between himself and the athletic director Desiree Reed-Francois. Senior writer for Yahoo Sports, Dan Wolken joined Kevin Thomas to discuss how the extension was reached, what he learned about Tommy Lloyd, and how Jackson Francois really impressed with his attitude towards the situation.

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The Arizona Wildcats have been a hotspot for international talent since Tommy Lloyd joined as head coach, but that could be shifting soon. How will NEW NCAA eligibility restrictions affect the Wildcats and Tommy Lloyd?

PLUS! Koa Peat seems NBA bound and Lloyd spoke on Peat’s decision recently and Dan Wolken of Yahoo! joins the show!

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0:00 - Tommy Lloyd breaks silence on Koa Peat

8:00 - Big 12 coaching lists

25:00 - New international recru...

The Arizona Wildcats are coming off of a Final Four run in 2026 and are looking to make some noise in 2027. With the incoming star-power of Caleb Holt, returning talent of Motiejus Krivas and Ivan Kharchenkov, could Arizona make another run deep run into spring even if star PF Koa Peat does NOT return?

PLUS! Carter Bryant goes VIRAL, LeBron represents Arizona, and MORE!

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0:00 - Welcome to the Pod

3:00 - LeBron in a Branded Bills

Finn Keating is a Psychology student at Providence but some may know him as the creator of the viral mobile game Hardwood Empire. Kevin Thomas of the AZ Wildcats Podcast sat down with Keating to discuss what sparked the idea for the game, how keating balanced school with a burgeoning app, and even which games could be coming next...

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Arizona guard Brayden Burries has the skillset to be one of the best guards in this draft class. How does Burries' skillset translate into the NBA? And where is he slated to go in the NBA draft?

PLUS! Jackson Francois makes state history, Mabil Mawut ships shoes, and Arizona MBB has entered the Diamond Cup!

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1:30 - Happy 520 Day!

7:00 - Diamond Cup invitation

30:00 - Brayden Burries mock draft update

46:00 - News and...

The Arizona Wildcats have signed some players for their front court but have yet to receive an official decision from a star freshman from last season, Koa Peat has until May 27th to make his official decision as to wether or not he is entering the NBA Draft. On today’s show we breakdown the latest with his draft stock and we discuss how high Brayden Burris would go.

PLUS! Adan Diggs has officially reclassified into 2027, what does it mean for the upcoming recruiting class.

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