E1178 - ANALYSIS: Former CBB STAR has Arizona #1 BUT WON'T pick them to WIN it all!
Published: January 30, 2026
Duration: 39:11
Arizona Wildcats seize the No. 1 spot in KenPom rankings, sparking debate: Are they the clear favorites for the national title? Leif Thulin and Fox Sports analyst Casey Jacobson break down Arizona’s physical dominance, deep roster with six NBA-caliber players, and the meteoric rise of Braden Burries. With the Wildcats' relentless consistency and top-tier defense, could this team echo championship runs like Duke and Florida’s powerhouse squads?
Key analysis centers on Arizona’s championship prerequisites—elite guard play from Jaden Bradley and Burries, suffocating size, and balanced offensive and defensive metrics. Casey Jacobson weighs the Wildcats against...