Arizona picked up its second win of the Tommy Lloyd era after the Wildcats routed University of Texas-Rio Grande Valley 104-50 Friday night at McKale Center.
The Wildcats were led by forward Azuolas Tubelis, who tallied a game-high 20 points on 7-for-8 shooting and nine rebounds, while center Christian Koloko had his first double-double at the UA with 18 points and 11 rebounds.
Lloyd addressed Arizona's win after the game; here's what he said:
Koloko's growth
Tommy Lloyd on Christian Koloko’s (18 points, 11 rebounds) first double-double at Arizona: “I told you guys this all along, he’s really good. … He impacts the game on every possession at both ends.” pic.twitter.com/IPDlU1R7fD
— Justin Spears (@JustinESports) November 13, 2021
People are also reading…
Handling turnovers
Tommy Lloyd was not happy with Arizona’s 18 turnovers against UTRGV. pic.twitter.com/em8J9Bhkoo
— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) November 13, 2021
Koloko's impact on defense
“He’s increased his physicality.” — Tommy Lloyd on Christian Koloko’s 10 blocks through two games pic.twitter.com/Ym84qBlFM0
— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) November 13, 2021
Bennedict Mathurin settling into lead role
Tommy Lloyd on Benn Mathurin working through inconsistencies: pic.twitter.com/kjEs18rmQ1
— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) November 13, 2021
Points, points and more points
Tommy Lloyd on Arizona’s goal to score at least 90 points in every game this season. “Not because it’s fun, but because it gives us a margin for error.” pic.twitter.com/kL0JRdD2qr
— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) November 13, 2021
A 'street fight' win
Tommy Lloyd says he expected Arizona’s win over UTRGV to be a “street fight.” pic.twitter.com/QAxjoSCKRo
— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) November 13, 2021
Photos: Wildcats rout UTRGV in McKale Center
UTRGV at Arizona men's basketball
University of Arizona's Pelle Larsson makes his way through the defense during Friday's win over UTRGV in McKale Center.
UTRGV at Arizona men's basketball
U of A's Christian Koloko makes a layup against UTRGV on Nov. 12, 2021 at McKale Center.
UTRGV at Arizona men's basketball
Justin Kier makes a layup during Friday's win over UTRGV in McKale Center.
UTRGV at Arizona men's basketball
Benedict Mathurin drives during Friday's win over UTRGV in McKale Center.
UTRGV at Arizona men's basketball
University of Arizona's Kerr Kriisa attempts to block a shot during Friday's win over UTRGV in McKale Center..
UTRGV at Arizona men's basketball
Arizona's Kerr Kriisa talks to a ref during the Wildcats nonconference win over UTRGV in McKale Center.
UTRGV at Arizona men's basketball
Arizona's defense executes a successful block during Friday's win over UTRGV in McKale Center.
UTRGV at Arizona men's basketball
Arizona's bench celebrates a 3-pointer vs. UTRGV. The Wildcats won, 104-50.
UTRGV at Arizona men's basketball
UA Tommy Lloyd claps on the sideline during Friday's win over UTRGV in McKale Center.
UTRGV at Arizona men's basketball
Benedict Mathurin dunks during Friday's win over UTRGV in McKale Center.
UTRGV at Arizona men's basketball
Justin Kier prepares to inbound the ball during the first half of Friday's 104-50 win over UTRGV.
UTRGV at Arizona men's basketball
Kerr Kriisa celebrates after hitting a 3-pointer during Friday's win over UTRGV in McKale Center.
UTRGV at Arizona men's basketball
Benedict Mathurin elevates to the basket during Friday's win over UTRGV in McKale Center.
UTRGV at Arizona men's basketball
Kim Aiken Jr. stretches before Friday's win over UTRGV in McKale Center.
UTRGV at Arizona men's basketball
The UA men's basketball team warms up before Friday's game against UTRGV.
UTRGV at Arizona men's basketball
The Arizona men's basketball team warms up before Friday's game against UTRGV.
UTRGV at Arizona men's basketball
Oumar Ballo dunks during Friday's 104-50 win over UTRGV.
Contact sports producer Justin Spears at 573-4312 or jspears@tucson.com. On Twitter: @JustinESports
Justin Spears
Sports Reporter
