Leif Thulin, host of Locked On Wildcats and college basketball analyst, breaks down Arizona Wildcats basketball's gritty victory over UCLA that revealed championship-level resilience. The Wildcats won a game played entirely outside their comfort zone—slower pace, star freshman Koop struggling, poor three-point shooting—yet still prevailed in Inglewood against a top-15 opponent.

Senior leadership from Anthony Dell'Orso, Tobe Awaka, and Jaden Bradley carried Arizona when their usual formula failed. Mo Krivas anchored a defensive performance that held UCLA to 27% from the paint and 28% from mid-range when he was on the floor. Tommy Lloyd's second-half adjustments—switching ball screens defensively and simplifying the offense around Bradley's pick-and-roll—turned a potential loss into a statement win. The episode includes statistical breakdowns proving Arizona now holds the nation's best resume and examines what this type of victory means for their championship aspirations heading into a showdown with UConn.

1:32 Arizona wins ugly against UCLA

4:06 Veterans step up in crucial moments

7:09 Winning without star players performing

10:13 UCLA's defensive pressure and Arizona's response

13:47 Halftime analysis and second half adjustments

16:21 Switching defense changes the game

19:23 Jaden Bradley takes over late

22:26 Breaking down the keys to victory

27:01 Looking ahead to UConn matchup

Arizona Wildcats basketball, Tommy Lloyd, Jaden Bradley, Tobe Iwaka, Anthony Del Orso, Mo Krivas, Caleb Love, UCLA Bruins, Mick Cronin, college basketball analysis, NCAA tournament, defensive strategy, pick and roll defense, switching defense, veteran leadership, freshman development, championship contention, Big 12 basketball, UConn Huskies, college hoops tactics, paint scoring, rebounding strategy, clutch performance, basketball IQ, tempo control, March Madness preparation

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