Arizona Wildcats Extend Win Streak to 22, Beat Arizona State 87-74

Top-ranked Arizona continues dominant season, ties program record for longest winning streak

Feb. 1, 2026 at 9:31am

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The top-ranked Arizona Wildcats defeated the Arizona State Sun Devils 87-74 on Saturday, extending their undefeated start to the season to 22-0. Koa Peat led the Wildcats with 21 points, including 15 in the second half. This victory marks the best start in Arizona's history, tying a program record for the longest winning streak at 22 games.

Why it matters

Arizona's dominant performance this season has them on pace for a potential perfect season and a high NCAA tournament seed. However, the increasing pressure and scrutiny that come with each win could present a challenge as they navigate a competitive Big 12 schedule.

The details

Koa Peat shot 9-of-16 from the field and scored 21 points for the Wildcats. Jaden Bradley added 10 points, and Tobe Awaka secured 13 rebounds as Arizona outrebounded Arizona State 47-32. The Wildcats shot 60% from the field in the second half and scored 50 points in the paint, converting 20 layups and dunks.

  • Arizona's 22-0 start is the best in program history.
  • The Wildcats' current 22-game winning streak ties a program record set over a century ago, spanning the 1914-17 seasons.
  • Arizona's 22-game winning streak also ties the Big 12 record for the longest winning streak to start a season, matching Kansas's performance in 1996-97.

The players

Koa Peat

The leading scorer for the Arizona Wildcats, Peat had 21 points, including 15 in the second half.

Jaden Bradley

The Arizona Wildcats guard scored 10 points in the victory.

Tobe Awaka

The Arizona Wildcats forward secured 13 rebounds, contributing to the team's 47-32 rebounding advantage.

Maurice Odum

The leading scorer for the Arizona State Sun Devils, Odum was limited to 15 points while battling foul trouble.

Noah Meeusen

The Arizona State Sun Devils player led his team with 16 points in the loss.

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The takeaway

Arizona's dominant start to the season has them on pace for a potential perfect season, but the team will need to manage the mounting pressure and scrutiny as they face increasingly challenging opponents in the Big 12 conference.