
Arizona Wildcats Rally to Top Lithuania in Alytus Exhibition
The Wildcats overcame an early deficit and a mixed Lithuanian lineup to win 88-74 in Alytus, with Ivan Kharchenkov leading the scoring and a rematch already scheduled for September.
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The Wildcats overcame an early deficit and a mixed Lithuanian lineup to win 88-74 in Alytus, with Ivan Kharchenkov leading the scoring and a rematch already scheduled for September.

A nail‑biting overtime win over Lithuania highlights Estonia’s shooting precision and clutch performance, setting the stage for upcoming international fixtures.

The Wildcats will face Lithuania’s national teams and Ukraine in exhibition matches, guided by NBA veteran Domantas Sabonis and local players, as they blend new talent and aim for cohesion before the season.

The latest batch of team rosters has been confirmed, featuring players from Denmark to Lithuania, setting the stage for the next round of qualifiers.

The latest batch of player lists has been released, confirming which athletes will represent their nations in the decisive matches that will determine the eight teams advancing to the second round.

The Wildcats' annual media day will explore the leadership roles of Azuolas Tubelis and Benn Mathurin, the development of point guard Kerr Kriisa, Christian Koloko's shooting range, Dalen Terry's physical growth, and Pelle Larsson's health status.

The Wildcats will augment their roster with new faces while counting on key players such as Kerr Kriisa, Pelle Larsson, Dalen Terry and Azuolas Tubelis to elevate their game.

With the NBA Draft approaching, former University of Arizona standouts are securing contracts and delivering strong performances in leagues worldwide, highlighting the program's expanding international footprint.

From August 14 to 23, the University of Arizona men’s basketball squad travels to Lithuania, facing the nation’s B team, senior side and Ukraine’s national squad, while integrating three Lithuanian-born players into a roster that could reshape next season’s dynamics.

After a promising stint at Central Michigan and a back injury that limited his 2025‑26 campaign, Jarusevicius signs with Arizona, joining a growing list of Lithuanian players under coach Tommy Lloyd.

The Arizona Wildcats welcome a 6‑foot‑11 senior forward with international pedigree, as the program eyes further roster upgrades before the NBA Draft deadline.