AZ Wildcats Podcast
The AZ Wildcats Podcast is your daily source for the best University of Arizona sports coverage. Hosted by UA grads Kevin Thomas and Damon Fairall, the show brings you insider updates, exclusive interviews, and expert analysis on Wildcats football, basketball, recruiting news, and more. From game-day breakdowns to special guest appearances and plenty of Wildcats pride, AZ Wildcats Podcast is the ultimate podcast for Arizona fans everywhere.
REPORT: Arizona Has SIGNED 6’10 Forward Maksim Brnović From Montenegro
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...
Big 12 EXPERT On Where Brayden Burries and More Arizona Wildcats FIT In NBA Draft
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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Malique Lewis & Arizona Targets STAR In Off-Season Competitions 👀
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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...Is Malique Lewis The SOLUTION To Arizona’s PF PROBLEM?
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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Which International PF Could Be Arizona’s #1 OPTION After Momcilovic News?
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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Arizona Gets OUTBID By Kentucky For Milan Momcilovic In $6 Million Dollar Deal
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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Arizona The DARK HORSE For Milan Momcilovic As Kentucky & Lousiville Go ALL-IN
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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0:00 - Welcome back!
2:00 - What's the latest with Mila...
Will Gottlieb Talks NBA Draft Impact Of Koa Peat and Brayden Burries
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Is The PRICE TOO HIGH For Arizona To Sign #1 Transfer Milan Momcilovic?
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...
Why Milan Momcilovic Should Be Arizona’s TOP PRIORITY After Koa Peat’s Decision 👀
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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Koa Peat Likely STAYING In 2026 NBA Draft Forcing Arizona To PIVOT On PF Position
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...
REPORT: Arizona Is INTERESTED IN Milan Momcilovic If Koa Peat LEAVES For NBA
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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0:00 - Happy Me...
Dan Wolken on Dynamic Between Tommy Lloyd and Arizona AD 👀
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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Will NCAA Restrictions HURT Arizona & Tommy Lloyd’s International PF Recruiting?
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...
Does Arizona NEED Koa Peat For RETURN To Final Four In 2027?
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
...Creator Of Hardwood Empire On Balancing School With A VIRAL Mobile App
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 Gets INVITE To Diamond Cup Invitational Cementing BLUE BLOOD STATUS
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...
Koa Peat SLIPPING In Latest Mock Drafts As NBA Combine Shows IMPACT
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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Arizona Signs ANOTHER Transfer But Is There STILL Work To Be Done?
The Arizona Wildcats have made another off-season signing with Idaho State transfer Evan Otten. Otten was one of the Big Sky’s premier defensive players the past two seasons averaging 2 blocks per contest but can he play in the Big 12? Fans are skeptical on this signing, are they right to be or should they trust in Tommy Lloyd?
PLUS! Arizona to Lithuania, Koa Peat still being pushed back to school by the NBA, and it was a BIG weekend for Arizona softball, track and field, as well as Tennis!
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Arizona Could Be In On ANOTHER TOP Prospect In 2027?! 👀
The Arizona Wildcats have been linked to 2027 top-25 prospect NaVorro Bowman Jr. What are Bowman’s thoughts on Arizona and what school are linked to him at this time?
PLUS! The Koa Peat draft saga continues, what’re pundits saying about Peat!
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0:00 - NaVorro Bowman Jr to Arizona possible?
9:00 - Youth scouting is HARD stuff
15:00 - Bowman on Arizona + other programs
32:00 - Koa Peat speaks (kind of)
46:00 - More Pe...
Koa Peat Remains ALL IN On NBA Draft Despite RUMORS Of Return To Arizona
The Arizona Wildcats entering the NBA draft for certain are Brayden Burries, Koa Peat, and Jaden Bradley… we thought. Until recently it seemed like Koa Peat had his heart set on being an NBA player as soon as possible but after a poor shooting showing at the NBA combine, Peat has scouts and pundits thinking he should return for a sophomore season at Arizona.
PLUS! Jaden Bradley’s stock is at an all-time high this week at the NBA draft combine and more!
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Brayden Burries Draft Stock SOARING At NBA Draft Combine
The Arizona Wildcats had an immensely talented roster last season and now it’s time to see where those players get drafted. Brayden Burries draft stock is surging at the NBA combine, Koa Peat is on WITHDRAWAL WATCH and Jaden Bradley is showing his skills.
PLUS! Why Koa Peat could REALLY return to Arizona next season!
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0:00 - Welcome into the show!
2:13 - NBA combine is fun
4:11 - Brayden Burries stock soaring high
Did Koa Peat’s Draft Stock DROP After POOR Shooting At NBA Combine
The Arizona Wildcats had a generational front court this past season. Koa Peat was a huge reason as to why the unit gelled so well. Peat is a highly touted talent but do NBA scouts think highly enough of him to draft him in the top 15? Koa Peat was invited to the NBA Draft Lottery and recently performed at the NBA combine. How did he do? Was his poor shooting performance an indicator that he might not go as high? Or does his performance at the combine just confirm what we already knew?
PLUS! Adan D...
Arizona SIGNS Nebraska Transfer Ugnius Jarusevicius In HIGH POTENTIAL Move
The Arizona Wildcats have landed Nebraska transfer Ugnius Jarusevicious. The 6’10 big man missed almost all of last season with a back injury. Jarusevicious is another Lithuanian wildcat, joining Motiejus Krivas. It seems he’s the bench big, what does that mean for the starting 4 man?
PLUS! Koa Peat and Brayden Burries spend the week in Chicago for the NBA Combine.
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0:00 - Arizona adds Ugnius Jaruševičius
15:00 - Uggy's Injury woes
24:00 - Jarusevic...
Arizona SIGNS Center & Offers TWO 7-Footers With LATEST Recruiting Moves
The Arizona Wildcats and Tommy Lloyd have signed a new center prospect Endurnance Aiyamenkhue. Arizona also offered Yann Kamagate and Cherif Millogo.
What do we make of the newest Wildcat and what should fans think of the future recruits that have been offered? Will Endurance Aiymenkhue be able to make an impact year one or are we looking at a potential redshirt candidate?
PLUS! Cameron Holmes is getting some love from ESPN but mysteriously Caleb Holt is NOT?
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Should Arizona Be OUT On Devin Williams & ALL IN On PAYING Koa Peat?
The Arizona Wildcats are still missing a PF and it seemed very promising with FAU’s Devin Williams may be OUT on the Wildcats and IN ON paying Koa Peat a big check to return to Arizona. Williams had a visit to Tucson but will also take a visit to Seton Hall.
PLUS! Which Arizona football helmets are the most timeless and
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1:30 - Devin Williams to take visit to Seton Hall
12:30 - When does worry...
Is Arizona WAITING On Transfer Devin Williams To Make His Commitment OFFICIAL?!
Are the Arizona Wildcats playing the WAITING GAME with Devin Williams? Or do the Wildcats still have a backup plan for the backup plan’s backup plan? Is Koa Peat’s potential return making thing’s hard on the Wildcats in the transfer window?
PLUS! Just how high could Jaden Bradley go in the upcoming NBA draft? and Which ICONIC Arizona Football helmets are timeless?
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0:00 - Arizona WBB updates? / Phoenix Mercury grab Helena Pueyo
3:30 - Devin W...
Does Arizona Still Need To LOAD UP At PF Position If Devin Williams SIGNS With Wildcats?
The Arizona Wildcats are missing a starting Power Forward right now as Koa Peat is still entering the NBA draft at this time. FAU Transfer Devin Williams has taken a visit to Arizona. With so many connections between Williams and Arizona, is it a done deal?
PLUS! Koa Peat's BIG decision has an update?
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0:00 - Devin Williams to Arizona a done deal?
18:00 - Does transfer ranking matter?
26:00 - Bryson Tiller vs Devin Wil...
Arizona Gets Visit From FAU Transfer PF Devin Williams 👀
The Arizona Wildcats are still looking to fill their front court void left by Koa Peat and Tobe Awaka’s departures. Could FAU rim protecting transfer Devin Williams be the solution? Williams is reportedly slated for a visit with Arizona and Tommy Lloyd today. How would he fit with Arizona?
PLUS! Becky Burke building something special, Jay Friend becomes a program LEGEND, and MORE!
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0:00 - May the 4th or May the Force?
2:00 - Devin Willi...
What Is The BEST NBA Comparison For Arizona Star Brayden Burries?
The Arizona Wildcats will be losing the dynamic Brayden Burries to the NBA draft this summer. But once Burries gets to the NBA what will his career look like? We went to the PEOPLE to see what you all think about how Burries will play in the NBA.
PLUS! Darius Wabbington gave us an update on his recruitment and it seems he’s a strong fit for Tommy Lloyd and Arizona. And Koa Peat, Tobe Awaka, Jaden Bradley and Burries get invited to the NBA Combine.
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Arizona Already Has BLUEPRINT For Why Koa Peat MUST Return TO NCAA
The Arizona Wildcats still face a power forward problem as Koa Peat has yet to go through the NBA draft process but we also have yet to receive word that Arizona is deeply involved with any international bigmen. How will Tommy Lloyd solve his 4-man issue?
Despite the draft being so far away, there are already contradicting reports about what Peat and his camp will decide later this upcoming May. What are some CBB’s most connected saying about Koa Peat?
PLUS! A peek at Kevo’s WAY TOO EARLY top 25
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Is French Big Brice Dessert The ANSWER To Arizona’s PF PROBLEM?
The Arizona Wildcats have become known for their international recruiting prowess under head coach Tommy Lloyd. Could Lloyd be working on securing ANOTHER foreign big man?
College hoops analyst Fran Fraschilla recently put out a tweet that indicated Brice Dessert could be heading to a Big 12 team. It could be any team but why should it be Arizona?
PLUS! Is Koa Peat slowly deciding on Arizona?!
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0:00 - Dessert Puns
9:00 - Wher...
Arizona RE-SIGNS Ivan Kharhchenkov Making CRUCIAL Roster Building Move 👀
The Arizona Wildcats will now be returning two of their Final Four core pieces with Motiejus Krivas announcing his return shortly before incoming sophomore Ivan Kharchenkov announced his return.
Kharchenkov and Krivas give the Wildcats one of the best perimeter/interior defensive duos in America. Where does Arizona look now that those to roster spots are sorted?
PLUS! Arizona has offered 2027 top recruit Marcus Spears Jr. but is Sean Miller already making in-roads?
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Arizona Gets DPOY & POY Candidate BACK With Motiejus Krivas RETURN
Arizona Wildcats will be returning next season with one of the best defensive players in the nation, Motiejus Krivas. Krivas announced his return this weekend in a not very shocking move.
Wildcats fans across the country rejoiced as Tommy Lloyd secures another piece of the 2026-27 puzzle. Ivan Kharchenkov has yet to announce his choice but rumor has it that he is also going to return. Just how good could the Arizona Wildcats defense be AGAIN next season?
PLUS! The NFL draft just took place and three Arizona Wildcats were selected, no...
Arizona’s Koa Peat DECLARES For NBA Draft On Declaration Day
The Arizona Wildcats saw a ton of success last season en route to a Final Four appearence for the first time in 25 years. Koa Peat, Brayden Burries, Ivan Kharchenkov and Motiejus Krivas were huge pieces of that puzzle. With Koa Peat declaring for the draft and Burries likely going with him, where does that leave the Wildcats for the upcoming season. Will Kharchenkov and Krivas test the draft waters?
PLUS! Arizona WBB Head Coach Becky Burke Joins the show to discuss running her first Ironman, recruiting new players, and where her team will shine in h...
Is Arizona WAITING For “5-in-5” Rule To PASS Before Spending BIG NIL Money?
Could the new 5 in 5 rule be the reason Tommy Lloyd and the Arizona Wildcats have not gone fully into the portal with a ton of money?
Would the passing of th new rule mean the return of Tobe Awaka and Anthony Dell'Orso? We breakdown the new rule
PLUS! Erika Day joins the show to discuss the upcoming Arizona WBB roster
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3:00 - 5 in 5 rule
15:00 - What the rule passing means for the...
Which Arizona Players Could Take A MASSIVE LEAP In 2026-27 Season? 📈
The Arizona Wildcats have been one of the best programs in the country since Tommy Lloyd took over half a decade ago. One of the huge reasons why is the ability Lloyd’s staffs have to develop pre-exisiting talent and create more impactful players. Which Arizona Wildcats can take a leap this upcoming season after a Final Four run.
PLUS! Arizona big man Mabil Mawut joins the show for a live interview and Tommy Lloyd’s contract details have come out!
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Could Arizona Convince TWO MASSIVE Pieces To Return To Next Season’s Roster?
The Arizona Wildcat had one of the best seasons in program history last season. Two big reasons why were Ivan Kharchenkov and Motiejus Krivas. Krivas and Kharchenkov are two of the better defensive prospects in college basketball.
PLUS! With Thomas Haugh returning to Florida, is Koa Peat MORE or LESS likely to return? and could a 5th year of Tobe Awaka be the answer to the PF position at Arizona?
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0:00 - ZERO Portal news
10:00 - A...
Arizona Football's Biggest Spring Storylines Ahead of Noah Fifita's Final Season
Arizona’s spring football season is coming to an end this week with the second annual Spring Showcase this upcoming Saturday so there’s no better time to bring in the big guns (Justin Spears) to update us on all things gridiron.
After last week’s ESPN article, Noah Fifita is getting some much deserved national attention. What should we expect from the senior signal caller in 2026? And when is the Noah Fifita x Tetairoa McMillan statue happening?
PLUS, we dive into the upcoming NFL Draft and which Wildcats could see themselves drafted including the draft’...
Caleb Holt's Nike Hoops Summit Performance Was ELITE
The Arizona Wildcats are bringing in top level, "premier freshman" Caleb Holt next season. Holt recently competed in the Nike Hoops Summit where he went off against some of the best international talent in the world. Talent such as Miika Muurinen, Miles Sadler and others. Holt was teammed up with the US superteam of Holt, Tyran Stokes, Brandon McCoy, Cameron Williams and more!
Join Damon Fairall and Kevin Thomas of the AZ Wildcats Podcast as they talk Holt's performance with Albert Ghim of No Ceilings NBA.
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