Arizona men’s basketball to face Colorado State in Maui Invitational opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 4:09 PM
Last updated Jul 29, 2026
Arizona men's basketball will open the Maui Invitational against Colorado State on November 23. The matchup marks the first meeting between the teams since 1978, when both were in the Western Athletic Conference. Arizona is placed on the easier side of the bracket, with potential later matchups against Providence or VCU. This tournament could add to Arizona's three Maui titles, tied for third-most all time. The Wildcats are the only preseason top 25 team participating this season.
- •Matchup is set for November 23 in Maui, HI
- •Arizona last faced Colorado State in 1978
- •Potential later opponents include Providence or VCU
- •Arizona's three Maui championships tie with Kansas and Syracuse
- •Tournament performance can impact Arizona's national ranking
- 4:09 PMYahoo Sports — Arizona to open Maui Invitational against Colorado State
"Arizona men’s basketball’s trip to the Southwest Maui Invitational won’t be as arduous as past years, but if all goes right Tommy Lloyd’s squad could find itself in a compelling championship matchup. Arizona will open the Maui Invitational against Colorado State on Nov. 23. The winner will face either Providence or VCU. Arizona got the […]
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