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Arizona Suffers First Loss of Season Against Kansas
Coach Tommy Lloyd says loss will be a 'great learning thing' for his top-ranked Wildcats team
Published on Feb. 10, 2026
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The University of Arizona men's basketball team suffered its first loss of the season, falling 82-78 to Kansas in Lawrence, Kansas. Despite being the top-ranked team in the country at 23-1 overall and 10-1 in the Big 12, head coach Tommy Lloyd said the loss 'doesn't even register' with him and that he's more focused on how his team responds. Lloyd acknowledged that the Wildcats didn't play their best, with freshman Koa Peat struggling and the team failing to get to the free throw line as they have all season.
Why it matters
The loss ends Arizona's undefeated start to the season, but Lloyd sees it as a valuable learning experience for his talented squad as they prepare to navigate a difficult remaining schedule that includes matchups against other top teams like Texas Tech, Brigham Young, Houston, Baylor, and a rematch with Kansas.
The details
In the loss to Kansas, the Wildcats were outscored 21-8 from the free throw line, an area that has been a strength for them all season. Lloyd acknowledged that the officiating played a role, saying 'Let's not act like it doesn't' impact the game. Arizona also struggled to get consistent production, with Peat having one of his worst games of the season and Jaden Bradley unable to get his shots to fall.
- The loss occurred on February 9, 2026.
- Arizona's next game is against Texas Tech on February 11, 2026.
The players
Tommy Lloyd
The head coach of the University of Arizona men's basketball team.
Koa Peat
A freshman player for the University of Arizona who struggled in the loss to Kansas.
Jaden Bradley
A player for the University of Arizona who was unable to make shots in the loss to Kansas.
What they’re saying
“It doesn't even register with me. We knew we were going to lose eventually. To me, it's how we respond is all I care about.”
— Tommy Lloyd, Head Coach (allsportstucson.com)
“It should be a great learning thing for us.”
— Tommy Lloyd, Head Coach (allsportstucson.com)
“We weren't very good, but we literally made them play not their best.”
— Bill Self (allsportstucson.com)
What’s next
The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Walker Reed Quinn out on bail.
The takeaway
This loss highlights the challenges Arizona will face in navigating a tough remaining schedule, but coach Lloyd sees it as an opportunity for his team to learn and grow as they pursue their goals this season.
