Arizona is looking to kickstart its campaign as Big 12 Conference play gets underway, with a challenging road matchup against No. 16 Cincinnati set for Saturday.
The Arizona Wildcats are riding high after a 90-81 victory over TCU, their first win as part of the Big 12 Conference. This triumph extended Arizona’s winning streak to three games and marked their fourth win in their last five outings. Facing Cincinnati will present their third ranked opponent of the season, as the Wildcats aim to notch a statement victory.
Meanwhile, the Cincinnati Bearcats are looking to rebound from a narrow 70-67 loss to Kansas State, which snapped their four-game winning streak. Aside from losses to Kansas State and Villanova, the Bearcats have solidified their top-20 status with notable victories against Xavier and #22 Dayton.
Here, GOAL brings you everything you need to know about how to watch the Cincinnati Bearcats vs. the Arizona Wildcats NCAAM game, plus plenty more.
Cincinnati Bearcats vs Arizona Wildcats: Date and tip-off time
The Cincinnati Bearcats and the Arizona Wildcats will tip off in a highly anticipated NCAAM game on Saturday, January 4, 2025, at 2:30 pm ET/11:30 am PT at Fifth Third Arena in Cincinnati, Ohio.
| Date | Saturday, January 4, 2025 |
| Tip-off Time | 2:30 pm ET/11:30 am PT |
| Venue | Fifth Third Arena |
| Location | Cincinnati, Ohio |
How to watch Cincinnati Bearcats vs Arizona Wildcats on TV & stream live online
Fans in the USA can catch all the action between the Cincinnati Bearcats and the Arizona Wildcats on:
- TV Channel: ESPN2
- Streaming service: Fubo
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How to listen to Cincinnati Bearcats vs Arizona Wildcats play-by-play commentary on radio
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Cincinnati Bearcats team news & key performers
For Cincinnati, seven-footer Aziz Bandaogo has been a force to reckon with in recent games. The Senegalese big man is a dominant presence on the boards and uses his athleticism to excel in transition, making him a matchup nightmare for opposing teams. If the Bearcats can effectively leverage Bandaogo’s versatility in the paint and on the fast break, he could prove to be the decisive factor in this contest.
Arizona Wildcats team news & key performers
Arizona will be without towering center Motiejus Krivas, as the 7-foot-2 standout has been sidelined for the season due to a foot injury. Stepping up in his absence, redshirt sophomore Henri Veesaar has been pivotal, contributing 15 points and six rebounds in the win over TCU. Senior guard Caleb Love continues to be the engine of Arizona’s offense, leading the team with 16.7 points per game while maintaining commendable ball security, averaging fewer than two turnovers per contest.