Arizona State Reveals Starting Lineup Before Arizona Tilt

The Sun Devils are set to roll out the same starting unit ahead of the battle against a top rival.

Jan. 31, 2026 at 1:15pm

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The Arizona State Sun Devils (11-10, 2-6 Big 12) are set to square off with the top-ranked Arizona Wildcats. Head coach Bobby Hurley has decided to go with a familiar starting lineup, including senior point guard Moe Odum, junior guard Jared Ford, junior transfer Trouet, junior Grbovic, and 7-foot sophomore center Massamba Diop.

Why it matters

This matchup between in-state rivals Arizona State and Arizona is an important one, as the Sun Devils look to pull off an upset against the unbeaten Wildcats. Hurley's decision to stick with his regular starting five suggests he believes this group gives Arizona State the best chance to compete with their highly-ranked opponent.

The details

Odum leads the team in scoring and assists, while Ford has been a reliable floor spacer. Trouet has been integral in creating second chance points, Grbovic paces the team in three-point percentage, and Diop has emerged as an impressive young center. Hurley will also have three key rotation players off the bench, including the team's second-leading scorer Anthony "Pig" Johnson.

  • The game is set to be played on January 31, 2026.
  • The teams previously met on January 14, 2026, with Arizona winning 89-82.

The players

Bobby Hurley

The 11th year head coach of the Arizona State Sun Devils.

Moe Odum

The senior point guard who leads the team in scoring and assists.

Jared Ford

The junior two-guard who has been a reliable floor spacer for the Sun Devils.

Trouet

The junior transfer who has been integral in creating second chance points for Arizona State.

Massamba Diop

The 7-foot sophomore center who has emerged as an impressive young player for the Sun Devils.

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What’s next

The game between Arizona State and Arizona is set to be broadcast on TNT.

The takeaway

Hurley's decision to stick with his regular starting lineup suggests he believes this group gives Arizona State the best chance to compete with the highly-ranked Wildcats, despite the Sun Devils' up-and-down season so far due to injuries.