Arizona Wildcats vs Baylor Bears NCAAB Betting Pick & Prediction for 2/24

The Arizona Wildcats will take on the Baylor Bears on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, at 9:00 PM ET. The game will be played at the Foster Pavilion in Waco, TX, and will be broadcast on ESPN2. This is a Big 12 conference game, and the Wildcats are favored by 9.5 points.

Arizona holds an impressive record of 25-2 this season, ranking #2 in the AP poll. On the other side, Baylor stands at 14-13. The Wildcats have a strong away record of 10-1, while the Bears have shown some strength at home with a 10-6 record. The moneyline odds favor Arizona at -556, with Baylor at +348.

Arizona Wildcats vs Baylor Bears Game Day Info

  • Sport: College Basketball
  • Teams: Arizona Wildcats vs Baylor Bears
  • Venue: Foster Pavilion, Waco TX
  • Date: Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 9:00 PM ET
  • Arizona Wildcats Spread: -9.5 (-110)
  • Baylor Bears Spread: +9.5 (-116)
  • Arizona Wildcats MoneyLine: -556
  • Baylor Bears MoneyLine: +348
  • Over/Under: 154.5

Arizona Wildcats Team Preview

The Arizona Wildcats have been strong this season, holding a 25-2 overall record. They have shown strength in away games with a 10-1 record. In their recent game against Houston, they won 73-66, showcasing their ability to compete on the road.

Offensively, the Wildcats average 87.2 points per game, ranking them 15th in the nation. They shoot at a high field goal percentage of 50.3%, making them efficient on the offensive end. Arizona also stands out in rebounding, grabbing 43.4 boards per game, which places them 6th in the country.

Key players include Jaden Bradley and Brayden Burries, who contribute significantly in points and assists. Bradley averages 13.5 points and 3.5 rebounds per game, while Burries leads the team with 15.2 points per game. The Wildcats aim to maintain their momentum as they continue their impressive season.

Baylor Bears Team Preview

The Baylor Bears are having an up-and-down season with a record of 14-13. At home, they have shown strength, winning 10 out of 16 games. They are part of the Big 12 conference, where every game is tough.

Offensively, the Bears score an average of 82.6 points per game. They shoot 47.8% from the field, which ranks them 49th in the nation. Their free throw percentage is lower, sitting at 72.4%, placing them 241st.

Cameron Carr leads the team with an average of 18.7 points per game. Tounde Yessoufou is another key player, contributing 18.1 points per game. Isaac Williams IV adds to the mix with 10.2 points and 2.1 rebounds per game.

BTB Betting Pick

Arizona is favored by 9.5 points against Baylor. Arizona scores 87.2 points per game, while Baylor scores 82.6 points per game. With Arizona’s strong offense and Baylor’s lower rebound rate, Arizona is likely to cover the spread. The projected score is Arizona 89, Baylor 79.

The over/under line is set at 154.5. Arizona’s games have fast-paced play with 71 possessions per game, and Baylor also scores well. Both teams’ scoring abilities suggest a total score over 154.5. The projected total is 168 points.