<body><div><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=1F5upe_0wF5l83K00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=1F5upe_0wF5l83K00" width="1200" height="629" >Arizona’s men’s basketball team is set to kick off its 2024-25 season with an exhibition game against Eastern New Mexico on Monday at McKale Center. The Wildcats are integrating a mix of new talent alongside six returning players, including standout Caleb Love. With only Love returning as a starter, new roles are being filled by guards Jaden Bradley and KJ Lewis, while the starting power forward and center positions remain uncertain due to health concerns and competition among transfers.<ul><li>Arizona won the Pac-12 title last season and reached the Sweet 16.</li><li>Caleb Love was named conference player of the year.</li></ul>State of Play<ul><li>The Wildcats will use a fast-paced style, ranking 16th in adjusted tempo last season.</li><li>Potential new starting center Motiejus Krivas is dealing with an ankle sprain; alternative Henri Veesaar may start.</li><li>Expect a more aggressive defensive strategy this season, building on last year’s top-10 defensive rating.</li></ul>The Wildcats will look to solidify their lineup and chemistry in this exhibition before the regular season begins against Canisius on November 4. Fans can expect a blend of new rotations and strategies as the team navigates these early games.Bottom LineWatch for how well Arizona's new players can integrate with returning talent, as their success may hinge on adapting to an evolving offensive and defensive strategy. This exhibition will serve as a crucial test leading into the full season.</div></body>

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Arizona Men’s Basketball Set for Exciting Exhibition Against ENM

Arizona’s men’s basketball team is set to kick off its 2024-25 season with an exhibition game against Eastern New Mexico on Monday at McKale Center. The Wildcats are integrating a mix of new talent alongside six returning players, including standout Caleb Love. With only Love returning as a starter, new roles are being filled by guards Jaden Bradley and KJ Lewis, while the starting power forward and center positions remain uncertain due to health concerns and competition among transfers.