In this episode of Locked On Wildcats, Leif Thulin previews the high-stakes college basketball matchup between the Arizona Wildcats and Alabama Crimson Tide. Leif Thulin breaks down both teams’ strengths, the key storylines, and the X-factors that could determine the outcome. The episode dives deep into team statistics, including Arizona's interior dominance and Alabama’s three-point shooting, discusses injury updates for key Alabama players, and lays out specific numerical goals for Arizona to secure a win. Leif Thulin also offers a score prediction and encourages fan interaction with predictions and score breakdowns. The episode is packed with in-depth analysis to get Wildcat fans ready for the big game.

00:01:21] – Matchup introduction

[00:03:31] – Alabama injury update

[00:10:58] – Keys to the game

[00:13:38] – Offensive styles contrast

[00:20:40] – Arizona's X-factor

[00:26:20] – Score prediction

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Arizona played Washington significantly tougher than most thought. And a big reason why was the defense.

On the offense, Noah Fifita started our slow but caught fire in the second half. What does this mean going forward?

And can the Cats steal a game against USC in LA?

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The Big 12 Conference has been nothing short of a whirlwind over the past week, marked by a major championship, postseason selection drama, and a groundbreaking business announcement that reinforces its "New Look" identity.

1. Championship and CFP Breakthrough
   The week started with the Big 12 Championship Game where Texas Tech defeated BYU in a commanding fashion (34-7). This victory propelled the Red Raiders to a 12-1 record, securing the Big 12's automatic bid to the expanded College Football Playoff. The subsequent CFP rankings confirmed Texas Tech as the No. 4 seed, earning them a crucial first-round bye straight to the Orange Bowl Quarterfinal—a massive statement for the restructured league.

1. Bowl and Political Fallout
   While the Big 12 celebrated Tech's CFP inclusion and the bowl selections for seven other teams, drama erupted over the bubble. Commissioner Brett Yormark publicly backed the CFP committee's decision, despite BYU's exclusion, and notably criticized Notre Dame's Athletic Director for his "egregious" outrage over the Irish being left out. This positioned the Big 12 as a stable, unified partner in the new CFP ecosystem, contrasting sharply with the ACC's turmoil. Adding to the controversy, the conference levied $500,000 fines on Iowa State and Kansas State for opting to skip bowl games, underscoring the conference's commitment to fulfilling its postseason obligations.

2. NFL Partnership Announcement
   Perhaps the most significant long-term news was the conference's announcement of a strategic partnership with the NFL. This collaboration aims to align the two organizations on everything from officiating development and emerging technology to global growth initiatives. This unprecedented move further showcases the Big 12's innovative, business-forward approach under Yormark, establishing a distinct brand identity separate from the traditionalist SEC/Big Ten dynamic.

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Leif Thulin hosts a deep dive into the upcoming Arizona vs. Alabama college basketball matchup, joined by Darrell Dapprich, who brings personal experience from attending the Arizona-Auburn game and provides historical context as a longtime Arizona basketball follower. The discussion covers Arizona's impressive performance and defensive prowess against Auburn, comparisons to great Arizona teams of the past, and an in-depth preview of Alabama's strengths and weaknesses. The episode highlights key matchups, statistical breakdowns, and the importance of rebounding, defensive versatility, and team depth, offering predictions and insights on what will decide the clash between these two top teams.

00:03:17 — Arizona defense analysis

00:04:55 — Comparing Auburn and Alabama

00:07:46 — Arizona compared to 1988 team

00:14:08 — Game keys: twos vs threes

00:14:52 — Alabama’s strengths and weaknesses

00:18:01 — Statistical matchup breakdown

00:23:19 — Player matchups and injuries

00:27:24 — Jaden Bradley’s role

00:28:28 — Final predictions

Arizona Wildcats, Alabama Crimson Tide, college basketball, game preview, defense, offense, rebounding, player matchups, predictions, team comparison, 1988 Arizona team, three point shooting, two point scoring, SEC, Pac-12, basketball analysis

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In this episode of Locked On Wildcats, Leif Thulin previews the highly anticipated Arizona vs. Alabama basketball matchup, highlighting the duel between top point guards Jaden Bradley and LeBaron Philon. Leif Thulin analyzes the strengths, styles, and impact of each guard, discusses key storylines, and breaks down how their performances could shape the outcome. The episode also examines team strategies, strengths in the frontcourt, and finishes with an overview of Arizona football's upcoming Holiday Bowl clash against SMU, including what to expect from both teams.

[00:00:03] — Arizona vs. Alabama point guard matchup preview

[00:01:23] — Jaden Bradley’s impact and big game performances

[00:02:49] — LaBaron Philon’s draft potential and playing style

[00:04:45] — Marquee matchup: Bradley vs. Philon breakdown

[00:09:32] — Game script implications for point guard stat lines

[00:13:35] — Arizona’s inside scoring vs. Alabama’s reliance on three-pointers.

[00:18:25] — Arizona football’s success and Holiday Bowl preview

Arizona Wildcats, Alabama Basketball, Jaden Bradley, LeBaron Phylon, NCAA Basketball, Game Preview, Point Guard Matchup, College Sports, Arizona Football, SMU, Holiday Bowl, Team Analysis, Locked On Wildcats, College Basketball

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In this episode of Locked On Wildcats, Leif Thulin breaks down why Arizona Wildcats being ranked number one in the AP poll is significant for the program both now and historically. He dives into the importance of building a strong non-conference resume, how the Wildcats’ tough schedule puts them in a prime position for a top NCAA tournament seed, and the historical data that supports Arizona as a true national title contender. Leif Thulin also previews key upcoming non-conference matchups against Alabama and San Diego State, analyzes recruiting updates for both basketball and football, and discusses why national recognition and continued success matter for the program’s future.

00:00:02 — Arizona ranked #1.

00:01:12 — Poll rankings discussion.

00:06:15 — Historical championship data.

00:11:15 — Undefeated teams mention.

00:16:00 — Alabama game preview.

00:23:20 — Recruiting update.

Arizona Wildcats, college basketball, AP poll, Tommy Lloyd, NCAA tournament, non-conference schedule, recruiting, Alabama, San Diego State, football, Big 12, rankings

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Leif Thulin hosts the Locked On Wildcats podcast, diving into a dominant Arizona Wildcats basketball victory over the 20th ranked Auburn Tigers and discussing why Arizona deserves the number one ranking. Leif Thulin analyzes what impressed him most in the win, revisits preseason predictions, and sets new standards for the team going forward. The episode also briefly touches on Arizona football's Holiday Bowl matchup against SMU. Throughout the show, Leif Thulin offers insightful breakdowns of Arizona's strengths, the team's growth potential, and updates on their standing nationally, along with thoughts on upcoming opponents and conference play.

[00:01:27] – Arizona football Holiday Bowl update.

[00:02:54] – Arizona’s dominant win over Auburn.

[00:07:39] – DOMINANT KenPom defense and offense rankings.

[00:14:01] – 2024 Duke comparison and Arizona's enormous growth potential.

[00:16:05] – Keys to Arizona's Win and Offensive Excellence

[00:28:00] – NCAA tournament seed predictions for top 16 teams

Arizona Wildcats, Auburn Tigers, college basketball, Arizona football, Holiday Bowl, SMU, KenPom rankings, defense, offense, NCAA tournament, Tommy Lloyd, team analysis, game recap

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Leif Thulin recaps and analyzes the dominant win by #2 Arizona over #20 Auburn. Can Arizona claim #1 spot in Nation after Purdue lost to Iowa State?

Arizona was led by a host of double digit scorers with 5 Wildcats scoring 10 or more, tallying 23 assists as a team.

Koa Peat scored 18 to lead the Wildcats, Burries and Bradley each scored 16 while Karchenkov scored 12 and Dell'Orso added 11 to pace the Wildcats to an easy win.

Leif Thulin breaks down Arizona's monster performance outing Auburn.

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