Locked On Wildcats - Daily Podcast On Arizona Wildcats Football & Basketball

MASSIVE! Tommy Lloyd's Assessment of Non-Con: Arizona WILL SMOKE Utah in BIG 12 Opener

This episode of Locked On Wildcats, hosted by Leif Thulin, previews the Arizona vs. Utah basketball matchup as Arizona opens Big 12 conference play. Leif analyzes Utah’s team, their coaching changes, roster turnover, and recent performances, highlighting Utah’s struggles and what Arizona must do to dominate. The episode also includes discussion of Arizona football's Holiday Bowl matchup, keys to victory for Arizona basketball (such as turnover limits, three-point defense, and rebounding), direct quotes from coach Tommy Lloyd regarding team progress, and predictions for the game outcome. Throughout, Leif offers statistical insights, player breakdowns, and expectations for the Wildcats in conference play.[00:01:24] Utah Basketball Breakdown[00:04:47] Arizona vs SMU note[00:14:21] Defensive Prowess 00:15:20 Tommy Lloyd quotes00:22:27 Keys to 20 point win +statsArizona Wildcats, Utah basketball, Big 12, college basketball, game preview, Tommy Lloyd, turnovers, rebounding, three-point defense, podcastEverydayer ClubIf you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.RugietIf you’ve been thinking about taking the next step, now’s the time.Head to https://Rugiet.com/LOCKEDONCOLLEGE to get 15% off your order for a limited time.Rugiet Ready. Feel present. Feel confident. Feel ready. FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Football season is around the corner, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOAZWildcats?sid=YouTubeLocked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollege#Arizona #ArizonaWildcats #ArizonaFootball #ArizonaBasketball Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

BOLD TAKE: Arizona will WIN NAIL BITER vs SMU in EPIC Holiday Bowl Showdown

Leif Thulin hosts a detailed preview of the upcoming Holiday Bowl matchup between Arizona and SMU. He breaks down both teams’ journeys through the season, noting Arizona’s resilience after early losses and SMU’s near-miss of another College Football Playoff appearance. The episode dives into team statistics, strengths, weaknesses, and key players—highlighting Arizona’s strong pass defense and SMU’s explosive passing offense, as well as both teams’ ability to force turnovers. Leif outlines critical keys to victory, strategic matchups, and delivers his prediction for the game, emphasizing the importance of turnovers, field position, and red zone efficiency. The episode wraps up with insights on how Arizona can claim a ten-win season and stay ahead of their rivals, making it a comprehensive guide for fans ahead of the big game.00:01:08 — Game preview00:06:34 — Key quarterbacks00:11:04 — SMU offense overview00:16:00 — Arizona’s passing attack00:27:54 — Score predictionArizona Wildcats, SMU Mustangs, Holiday Bowl, college football, bowl game, game preview, Leif THulin, turnovers, pass defense, quarterback matchup, predictions, analysis, Big 12, ACC, Noah Fifita, Kevin Jennings, red zone efficiency, field position, football podcast, sports podcast, Locked On WildcatsEverydayer ClubIf you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.RugietIf you’ve been thinking about taking the next step, now’s the time.Head to https://Rugiet.com/LOCKEDONCOLLEGE to get 15% off your order for a limited time.Rugiet Ready. Feel present. Feel confident. Feel ready. FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Football season is around the corner, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOAZWildcats?sid=YouTubeLocked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollege#Arizona #ArizonaWildcats #ArizonaFootball #ArizonaBasketball Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

UNDEFEATED SEASON? How Great Can This Arizona Team Be in 2026?

This episode of Locked On Wildcats, hosted by Leif Thulin, dives deep into Arizona Wildcats basketball as the team remains undefeated in non-conference play. Leif recaps Arizona’s win over South Dakota State, highlighting the team’s dominance, key player performances—especially the aggressive play and unselfishness of star Koa Peat—and areas for improvement such as limiting turnovers. He analyzes the Wildcats’ identity under coach Tommy Lloyd, emphasizing their elite rebounding, defensive disruption, and the impact of big men like Mo Krivas. Leif also previews what’s needed for continued success as Arizona heads into Big 12 play, discusses the possibility (and historical context) of a perfect season, and synthesizes what various analytics projects for Arizona’s record. The episode wraps up with fan engagement questions about what would make this season historically great for Arizona basketball.[00:02:17] – Koa Peat’s strong first half [00:05:03] – Turnover issues noted [00:08:41] – Arizona’s team identity [00:14:01] – Keys to BIG 12 play[00:21:20] – Tommy Lloyd quote on team [00:29:32] – Analytics predictions for seasonArizona Wildcats, college basketball, Koa Peat, Tommy Lloyd, turnovers, Big 12, analytics, undefeated season, rebounding, team identityEverydayer ClubIf you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.RugietIf you’ve been thinking about taking the next step, now’s the time.Head to https://Rugiet.com/LOCKEDONCOLLEGE to get 15% off your order for a limited time.Rugiet Ready. Feel present. Feel confident. Feel ready. FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Football season is around the corner, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOAZWildcats?sid=YouTubeLocked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollege#Arizona #ArizonaWildcats #ArizonaFootball #ArizonaBasketball Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

OUTRAGEOUS! NBA PRO's eligible IMMEDIATELY in the BIG 12: How will Arizona be Impacted?

This crossover discussion centers around a major shift in college basketball: professional players, including those with experience in leagues like the G League or European leagues, are now joining NCAA teams mid-season. The episode features, Leif Thulin, Parker Ainsworth, Derek Johnson and Cam Stuart from the Locked On BIG 12 network, who debate whether this trend is good for the sport, how it impacts player development and fairness, and where responsibility lies—with coaches, the NCAA, or professional leagues.Key points covered include:The case of James Nnaji, a former pro and NBA draft pick, joining the Baylor Bears mid-season.The lack of clear NCAA rules on immediate eligibility for seasoned pros.Comparisons to eligibility and draft rules in other sports like baseball and hockey.Concerns about equitable opportunities for less-heralded players and the impact on high school recruiting.Discussion on whether this makes college basketball better, or undermines its tradition and integrity.The call for the NCAA or another entity to establish clearer regulations to manage these changes.Throughout the episode, each speaker brings their school’s perspective and wrestling with who’s truly to blame for the current "wild west" environment in college basketball. They ultimately agree the system lacks clear boundaries, and urgent action is needed to preserve the sport’s identity.college basketball, NCAA, pro players, eligibility, James Nnaji, Baylor, G League, transfer rules, draft, European leagues, player development, recruiting, coaches, NCAA regulations, fairness, college sports, Locked On podcast, controversy, mid-season transfers, college athletics, basketball debateEverydayer ClubIf you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.RugietIf you’ve been thinking about taking the next step, now’s the time.Head to https://Rugiet.com/LOCKEDONCOLLEGE to get 15% off your order for a limited time.Rugiet Ready. Feel present. Feel confident. Feel ready. FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Football season is around the corner, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOAZWildcats?sid=YouTubeLocked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollege#Arizona #ArizonaWildcats #ArizonaFootball #ArizonaBasketball Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

REACTION: #1 Arizona CRUSHES South Dakota State 99-71

Leif Thulin reacts to Arizona's big win closing out a perfect non-conference season, 13-0. Leif breaks down his big takeaways from this win and going into BIG 12 play. Koa Peat set the tone early and led the way with 19 points and 14 boards. He was one of three Wildcats with a double-double. Bradley had 13 points and 10 assists and Krivas had 13 points and 11 rebounds. Arizona had six players score in double figures continuing their egalitarian attack that led them to a perfect non-conference record. Everydayer ClubIf you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.RugietIf you’ve been thinking about taking the next step, now’s the time.Head to https://Rugiet.com/LOCKEDONCOLLEGE to get 15% off your order for a limited time.Rugiet Ready. Feel present. Feel confident. Feel ready. FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Football season is around the corner, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.