No. 5 Arizona Wildcats Host Northern Arizona Lumberjacks in Tuesday Night Matchup
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A highly anticipated college basketball contest unfolds on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, as teh No. 5 Arizona Wildcats (2-0) welcome the Northern Arizona lumberjacks (1-1) to McKale Center. The game is slated to begin at 9 p.m. Eastern Time and will be broadcast on ESPN+.
Setting the stage for a Desert Duel
The Arizona Wildcats enter the game as clear favorites, boasting a strong start to the season. Last year, the Wildcats demonstrated significant offensive prowess, ranking 16th nationally with an average of 82.5 points per game. However, their defensive performance lagged, finishing 219th in the country, allowing 73.3 points per contest. A key area for improvement for Arizona appears to be their three-point shooting, where they were 233rd in the nation with just 7.2 three-pointers made per game and a 33.8% shooting percentage from beyond the arc.
The Wildcats are looking to continue their winning streak and establish themselves as a dominant force in the Pac-12 Conference. Key players to watch for Arizona include returning leading scorer Kylan Boswell and transfer forward Jaden Bradley, both of whom have already made significant contributions in the early season. Coach Tommy Lloyd will be emphasizing defensive intensity to limit the Lumberjacks’ scoring opportunities.
Lumberjacks Look to Upset Wildcats on the Road
The Northern Arizona Lumberjacks will face a tough challenge on the road, but they bring a competitive spirit to Tucson. Last season, Northern Arizona averaged 75.9 points per game,placing them 119th in the nation offensively. Defensively, they conceded an average of 71.6 points per game, ranking 165th nationally. The Lumberjacks showcased a respectable three-point attack, averaging 8.1 three-pointers per game – 134th in the country – with a 35.2% shooting percentage, good for 106th overall.
The Lumberjacks are led by senior guard Carson Baker, who averaged 18.5 points per game last season.Coach Shane Burcar will need a strong performance from Baker and the rest of his team to have a chance at pulling off the upset.The Lumberjacks’ game plan will likely focus on exploiting any defensive weaknesses Arizona may exhibit, notably in three-point defense.
Key Stats and Betting Insights
The game concluded with the Arizona Wildcats defeating the Northern Arizona Lumberjacks 92-68.Arizona’s strong offensive performance, led by Kylan Boswell’s 22 points, proved too much for Northern Arizona to handle. The Wildcats shot 55% from the field and dominated the boards, out-rebounding the Lumberjacks 45-28. Northern Arizona struggled to find consistent offense, shooting just 38% from the field and committing 15 turnovers. Carson Baker led the Lumberjacks with 16 points.
According to odds provided by BetMGM, the Wildcats were heavily favored before the game, with a point spread of -22.5. The final score reflected this disparity, as Arizona secured a comfortable victory. Fans
