The University of Arizona concluded the previous campaign as a Final Four participant, a run that has set high expectations for the program heading into the next campaign.
Roster Uncertainty Looms
Head coach Tommy Lloyd has acknowledged that the composition of the squad remains unsettled as several key contributors weigh professional opportunities.
Among those returning are forward Motiejus Krivas and guard Ivan Kharchenkov, both of whom earned significant minutes last year, while freshman Caleb Holt is expected to add depth on the wing.
At the same time, underclassmen Brayden Burries and Koa Peat have already submitted their names to the NBA draft, and the NCAA's withdrawal deadline of May 27 looms as a critical juncture for their decisions.
If Peat elects to turn professional, Arizona may look to the transfer portal for a proven shooter, a role that has drawn interest from several programs, most notably Iowa State junior Milan Momcilovic, who led the nation in three‑point makes last season.
Momcilovic's 136 made threes came at a 48.7% clip and helped Iowa State finish 29‑8 and reach the Sweet Sixteen, statistics that have positioned him as a potential early‑to‑mid second‑round pick in the upcoming NBA draft scheduled for June 23‑24 at Barclays Center in Brooklyn.
Other schools such as Kentucky, Louisville, and St. John's are also in the mix, and the coaching staff has been in contact with Jeff Goodman, who has reported on the evolving situation.
Ultimately, the Wildcats must balance the desire to preserve their competitive edge with the realities of a draft landscape that could reshape the roster before the fall semester begins.