The BYU Cougars, ranked #23, will play against the #4 Arizona Wildcats on Wednesday, February 18, 2026. The game will start at 9:00 PM ET at McKale Center in Tucson, Arizona. This is a Big 12 conference game and will be broadcast on ESPN.
The Arizona Wildcats are favored with a spread of -12.5. BYU is the underdog with a moneyline of +571, while Arizona’s moneyline is -1021. The over/under for the game is set at 165.5 points. Fans can expect an intense game as these two ranked teams compete.
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BYU Cougars Team Preview
The BYU Cougars have shown strength this season. They hold a 19-6 record, ranked #23 by the AP. In their last three games, they have two wins and one loss.
Offensively, BYU is scoring 86.5 points per game, ranking them 21st. Their field goal percentage stands at 48.5. They also rebound well with 39.5 rebounds per game, placing them 48th in the rankings.
Key players for BYU include AJ Dybantsa and Robert O. Wright III. Dybantsa averages 24.4 points per game, while Wright III contributes 18.7. Their performance will be crucial in their upcoming games.
Arizona Wildcats Team Preview
The Arizona Wildcats are strong this season. They hold a record of 23-2 and are ranked 4th in the AP rankings. In their conference, they are part of the Big 12.
In recent games, the Wildcats have had mixed results. They won against Oklahoma State by 37 points but lost close games to Texas Tech and Kansas. Their shooting was most accurate against Oklahoma State, with a field goal percentage of 51.6%.
Arizona averages 88.2 points per game, ranking 15th. They excel in rebounding with 43.8 total rebounds per game, placing them 5th. Tobe Awaka leads in rebounds, averaging 9.7 per game this season.
PPH Betting Prediction
Arizona’s strong offense is a key factor in this game. They score 88.2 points per game, which is higher than BYU’s 86.5 points per game. Arizona also has a better field goal percentage, ranking 11th in the country. This offensive power helps Arizona cover the spread.
BYU struggles against the spread, with a record of 1-9 in the last 10 games. They have not covered well as underdogs either, with only a 20% success rate. Arizona, on the other hand, has a 60% success rate against the spread this season.
Defensively, BYU allows 15.8 fouls per game, which can lead to more free throws for Arizona. Arizona makes 19.3 free throws per game, ranking 19th in this category. This gives Arizona additional scoring opportunities, helping them maintain a lead.
- PPH Pick: Arizona -12.5
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