Analysis and Predictions for Kansas vs Arizona Matchup, Including Player Props

• The #6 Kansas Jayhawks and #3 Arizona Wildcats meet in the quarters of the Big 12 Tournament on Thursday night
• These teams met less than a week ago with Kansas earning a 83-76 home win
• See my favorite Kansas vs Arizona picks and predictions, plus the KU vs ZONA odds and props

The Kansas Jayhawks (21-11, 11-9 Big 12, 15-17 ATS) and Arizona Wildcats (20-11, 14-6 Big 12, 16-15 ATS) are set to meet in the quarterfinals of the 2025 Big 12 Tournament on Thursday, less than a week after they closed out the regular season against one another in Lawrence. The Jayhawks took the win at home on that night (83-76) but it’s the Wildcats who are favored in Thursday’s Kansas vs Arizona odds, laying 2.5 points in the college basketball lines at most sportsbooks.

Kansas vs Arizona Predictions & Picks

• Arizona moneyline (-134) at FanDuel
• Dickinson over 8.5 rebounds (-135) at bet365
• Sascha Paruk’s 2024-25 NCAAM betting record: 46-35 (+8.09 units). All wagers 1 unit unless expressly stated otherwise.

Neither team was particularly good down the stretch of the regular season. Kansas went just 3-4 in its last seven, and then needed OT to get by UCF in the second round yesterday as 10.5-point favorites. Arizona, meanwhile, was 11-1 in Big 12 play on Feb. 8 but limped to a 3-5 finish to wind up 14-6, a full five games back of Houston.

But Arizona got a double-bye to the quarterfinals as the #3 seed and I expect that to be the difference on Thursday. The Jayhawks played 45 hard minutes last night; their four leading scorers all put in 36 minutes or more in the overtime victory. Playing on a full four days’ rest, the Wildcats are going to be fresher in the second half and will eventually pull away from the Jayhawks.

Dickinson absolutely manhandled Arizona’s bigs in the first meeting between the teams, racking up 33 points and 10 rebounds. That was a rarity for the Wildcats, though, who limit opponents to just 47.4% on two-point field goals this season.

I do expect Dickinson to have another big night on the glass, though. Arizona plays at a fast tempo (52nd in DI) and only has the 97th-best EFG% in the country. There are going to be plenty of possessions in this game which, in turn, will lead to plenty of rebound opportunities.

KU vs ZONA Player Props

Kansas vs Arizona player props from bet365 on March 13. Read SBD’s guide on the best March Madness betting strategy.

Dickinson (17.6 PPG, 10.0 RPG, 2.0 APG) leads the Kansas/Arizona player props both in terms of points (18.5 O/U) and rebounds (8.5 O/U). Caleb Love (16.4 PPG, 4.2 RPG, 3.5 APG) has the highest total on the Arizona side at 16.5.

Kansas point guard Dajuan Harris Jr (9.0 PPG, 3.0 RPG, 5.8 APG) has the highest assist at 5.5 O/U.

Best Available Kansas vs Arizona Odds

The Kansas vs Arizona spread is Zona -2.5 across the board but there are some slight variations in price. Kansas +2.5 bettors should head to Caesars where the Jayhawks are even-money to cover. FanDuel has the best ATS price on Arizona at -2.5 (-110).

FanDuel also has the longest Arizona moneyline at -134. Most books, including BetMGM, bet365, and Caesars, have the Kansas moneyline at +130, which is the longest price available on a Jayhawk victory.

There is a one-point range in the game total. BetMGM is the best option for under bettors, listing the total at 151.5 with -110 odds each way. FanDuel has the best number for over bettors at 150.5, again with -110 odds both ways.

The highly anticipated matchup between the Kansas Jayhawks and the Arizona Wildcats is set to take place this weekend, and fans are buzzing with excitement. Both teams have had strong starts to the season, with Kansas boasting a 6-1 record and Arizona sitting at 5-2. As we look ahead to this showdown, let’s break down the key factors that could impact the outcome of the game and make some predictions on player props.

One of the biggest storylines heading into this game is the battle between the two star point guards, Kansas’ Devon Dotson and Arizona’s Nico Mannion. Dotson has been a force for the Jayhawks this season, averaging 18.3 points, 4.7 assists, and 4.1 rebounds per game. Mannion, on the other hand, has been equally impressive for the Wildcats, putting up 14.9 points, 6.3 assists, and 2.9 rebounds per game. Both players have the ability to take over a game with their scoring and playmaking abilities, so it will be interesting to see who comes out on top in this matchup.

In terms of player props, look for Dotson to have a big game against Arizona’s defense. The Wildcats have struggled at times to contain opposing point guards, and Dotson should be able to take advantage of that with his quickness and scoring ability. Look for him to score over 20 points and dish out at least 5 assists in this game.

Another player to keep an eye on for Kansas is big man Udoka Azubuike. The senior center has been dominant in the paint this season, averaging 14.6 points, 8.9 rebounds, and 2.3 blocks per game. Arizona will have their hands full trying to contain Azubuike down low, so look for him to have a big game on the boards and block multiple shots.

For Arizona, look for Mannion to continue his strong play and put up solid numbers against Kansas. The freshman guard has shown poise beyond his years and has the ability to score from anywhere on the court. Look for him to score over 15 points and dish out at least 7 assists in this game.

Overall, this matchup between Kansas and Arizona promises to be an exciting and closely contested game. Both teams have talented rosters and are capable of putting up big numbers on any given night. Look for Dotson and Azubuike to lead the way for Kansas, while Mannion will look to continue his stellar play for Arizona. In the end, I predict that Kansas will come out on top in a close game, with Dotson earning player of the game honors with a standout performance.