TRENDING: No. 8 Arizona defeats Utah in three overtime, 105-99.

In a thrilling matchup, former Utah forward Pelle Larsson showcased his scoring prowess by dropping a career-high 27 points against his former team as Arizona emerged victorious in a hard-fought contest, defeating Utah 105-99 in an epic triple-overtime battle.

Despite Arizona holding a commanding 16-point lead at halftime, Utah rallied back, ultimately forcing a tie in the final minute of regulation courtesy of a clutch three-pointer from Ryan Madsen. Kylan Boswell, who had earlier exited the game due to a shoulder injury, missed a crucial shot at the buzzer that could have secured victory for Arizona in regulation.

The Wildcats seized control in the third overtime, stringing together nine consecutive points, spurred by a pivotal three-pointer from Caleb Love. The defeat marked Utah’s first home loss of the season, highlighting Arizona’s resilience and determination.

With the win, the 8th-ranked Arizona Wildcats improved their record to 18-5 overall and 9-3 in conference play. They are set to face off against Colorado in their next matchup on Saturday night, aiming to maintain their momentum and continue their pursuit of success in the highly competitive college basketball landscape.