PREDICTION! Will Mo & Ivan CARRY Arizona Wildcats Past UCLA, NON- CON PREVIEW + Record Analyis

Arizona Wildcats face a brutal non-conference slate—can they prove themselves as a national contender without RJ Godfrey? Mo Krivas and Ivan Kharchenkov anchor a squad navigating early tests against UCLA, Auburn, and UConn, while Caleb Holt’s emergence and the growth of Derek Dixon and JJ Mandaquit spark debate about Arizona’s ceiling. The conversation focused on Arizona’s projected 12-2 non-conference record, matchup dynamics with top-ranked teams, and potential obstacles posed by St. John’s and Arkansas. Key themes include roster depth, the impact of missing Godfrey, and Tommy Lloyd’s adaptability in maintaining Arizona’s up-tempo identity. Questions loom: will Arizona’s guard play meet the moment, and can the Wildcats’ frontcourt dominance continue against elite opposition? Don’t miss this strategic preview of Arizona’s path through one of college basketball’s toughest early-season challenges. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! 00:00 Arizona Non-Conference Preview Discussion about Arizona's challenging non-conference schedule, predictions for the opening games, and key early matchups including UCLA, Auburn, and UConn. 08:51 Maui Tournament & Key Matchups Examination of the Maui Invitational opponents, potential pitfalls against Providence/VCU, and the importance of guard play and Caleb Holt’s breakout potential. 17:00 Season Outlook & Growth Areas Analysis of the potential final non-conference record, importance of player development (RJ Godfrey, Caleb Holt), and expectations for the team's progression into conference play. ARYANNA FRANK IMAGN SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! KALSHI For a limited time, Download Kalshi and use code Locked On to get $25 when you trade $25. Kalshi. Trade what’s next. Wayfair Transform your space with pieces that hold up to real life. Join Wayfair Rewards today and get five percent back on every purchase. Head to https://Wayfair.com or shop the Wayfair app for all things home. Every style. Every home. ULTRA POUCHES Don’t sleep on Ultra Pouches. New customers get 15% Off with code LOCKEDONCOLLEGEFOOTBALL at https://takeultra.com! #UltraPouches #ad Butcher Box If you're looking for an easier way to get great meals on the table, give ButcherBox a try. Go to https://ButcherBox.com/LOCKEDONCOLLEGE to get $20 off your first box, plus your choice of free ribeye, new york strip, or filet mignon in every box for a year — with free shipping always. 5-Hour ENERGY Treat yourself to a crisp apple bite and smooth caramel delight with a Caramel Apple 5-hour ENERGY®️ shot, only available online for a limited time at https://5hourENERGY.com or Amazon. Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuel This season, FanDuel is making the excitement go beyond what happens on the field with the all-new FanDuel Rewards Club, featuring exclusive offers, surprises, and more. Every week, check the FanDuel app to see what’s waiting for you or visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started. 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)