- Matchup: Northern Arizona Lumberjacks vs Arizona Wildcats
- Date: Tuesday, November 10, 2026
- Venue: McKale Center at ALKEME Arena, Tucson, AZ
- Broadcast: ESPN+
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The Northern Arizona Lumberjacks (0-2) are headed to McKale Center at ALKEME Arena on Tuesday to take on the Arizona Wildcats (1-1).
In their previous game, the Northern Arizona Lumberjacks faced a tough challenge against New Mexico, suffering a defeat with a score of 94-65. The Lumberjacks managed a 41.3% shooting rate, hitting 19 of 46 attempts, while struggling from beyond the arc, making just 6 of 29 attempts. At the free-throw line, they were more effective, sinking 21 of 27 shots for a commendable 77.8% success rate. On the boards, Northern Arizona secured 31 rebounds, including 10 offensively, and provided 12 assists while forcing 2 turnovers and achieving 1 steal. Defensively, they allowed an opponent shooting percentage of 48.6% on 34 of 70 attempts. New Mexico recorded 20 assists and 11 steals in the game, also grabbing 32 rebounds (14 offensive). They shot 79.2% from the free-throw line, hitting 19 out of 24 attempts, and made 7 of 26 three-pointers. The Lumberjacks committed 20 personal fouls, while New Mexico totaled 24.
Chris Komin stood out in the matchup, shooting 50.0% from the field with 6 assists and playing for 39 minutes. He contributed 21 points on 7 of 14 shooting and collected 6 rebounds.
Northern Arizona enters this game with a record of 0-2 this season. The team averages 17.0 turnovers per game and commits 22.5 fouls per contest. They are grabbing 30.0 rebounds per game and have compiled 24 assists thus far, ranking 295th in Division I in assist percentage. The Lumberjacks are shooting 32.7% from three-point range (17 of 52) and 72.5% from the charity stripe. They are scoring an average of 71.0 points per game, which ranks 265th in Division I, while maintaining a field-goal percentage of 46.8%.
Defensively, the Lumberjacks are forcing 6.0 turnovers per game and also commit 22.5 fouls. They rank 254th in allowing assists, conceding 32 on the season. Their defensive metrics show they allow an opponent shooting percentage of 48.1% (63 of 131) and 36.0 rebounds per game overall. They hold opponents to 31.9% shooting from beyond the arc and sit at 344th in points allowed per game, with an average of 91.5.
In their last match, the Arizona Wildcats secured a victory with a final score of 104-84 against Cal Poly. They totaled 29 defensive rebounds and 15 offensive rebounds for a combined 44. Arizona turned the ball over 13 times while executing 14 steals. Cal Poly faced 27 personal fouls, sending the Wildcats to the line for 36 attempts, of which they made 28 for a 77.8% free-throw success rate. Arizona was 4 of 14 from three-point range (28.6%) and shot 36 for 66 from the field for a 54.5% efficiency. They allowed Cal Poly to make 29 of 66 attempts from the floor (43.9%) and 43.2% from deep, hitting 16 of 37 attempts, while going just 10 out of 21 from the free-throw line (47.6%). They surrendered 28 total rebounds to Cal Poly, with 11 being offensive rebounds.
Motiejus Krivas was instrumental for the Wildcats, successfully making 10 of 13 shots (76.9%) and grabbing 8 rebounds. He scored 30 points during his 23 minutes on the court, alongside 1 assist.
Arizona currently holds a record of 1-1 this season. Offensively, they are shooting 46.0% from the field, ranking 179th nationally. The Wildcats have accumulated a total of 179 points this season (averaging 89.5 points per game) and grab 44.0 rebounds per contest. They average 17.5 assists per game (101st in college) and turn the ball over 12.0 times per game. Arizona commits 18.5 personal fouls on average while converting 78.8% at the free-throw line.
Defensively, the Wildcats rank 310th in the nation, allowing 84.0 points per game. They force 13.0 turnovers on average and have permitted opponents to shoot 40.9% from the field (173rd in college). Arizona yields 39.4% shooting on three-pointers (26 of 66) and sees opponents converting 65.2% of their free throw attempts. They give up 15.5 assists and 37.5 rebounds per game, ranking 279th and 246th respectively in those areas.
Who will come out on top in tonight’s NCAA showdown against the spread?
Prediction: Back Northern Arizona
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