Brayden Burries Leads No. 1 Arizona Past No. 12 Alabama

Brayden Burries led No. 1 Arizona to a decisive 96-75 victory over No. 12 Alabama, scoring a career-high 28 points. His performance was a significant moment for Arizona, showcasing their championship potential.

Burries dominated Alabama's defense with powerful drives and accurate three-point shooting, going five for ten from beyond the arc. Arizona outperformed Alabama in key areas, including a 44-20 advantage in paint points and a notable 52-32 rebounding edge, with 21 offensive rebounds in the first 29 minutes.

Alabama coach Nate Oats acknowledged that the Wildcats' rebounding prowess could be a critical factor for teams facing them, as Alabama struggled without their starting big man Aiden Sherrell, who suffered from cramps during the game.

Despite the loss, Oats indicated that Alabama needs to prioritize getting healthy ahead of their next matchup against South Florida. Arizona, now 9-0, solidified its position as a national title contender with this win, demonstrating that Burries has found his rhythm after a challenging start to the season.