Watch: 9 best things Arizona Wildcats said after handling UTEP
Best moments from Arizona's post-UTEP press conference which includes Maui Invitational thoughts, Sean Miller's milestone victory and birthday wishes.Β
UA wins third game before Maui Invitational
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Arizona's Brandon Randolph and Brandon Williams talked about the Wildcats' third straight win Wednesday night at McKale Center.
Arizona Daily StarSean Miller garnered his 250th win at Arizona on Wednesday night as the Wildcats cruised past UTEP 79-46.Β
Brandon Williams and Brandon Randolph led UA as the pair combined for 42 points. Williams' 21-point performance was a career-high and through the first three games of the season, the freshman combo guard has 14 assists to zero turnovers.Β
Despite scoring 40 points in the paint, Arizona only outrebounded UTEP 36-35, which Sean Miller said was a concern as the Wildcats face a test in next week's Maui Invitational. That field that includes Iowa State, Duke, San Diego State, Xavier, Auburn, Gonzaga and Illinois.Β
Miller, Randolph and Williams spoke to the media following Arizona's win on Wednesday, here's what they had to say.Β
Randolph's scoring ability
UpdatedSean Miller says Brandon Randolph has been Arizonaβs βmost consistent scorer.β pic.twitter.com/MUpiRPMae8
— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) November 15, 2018
Rebounding a concern
UpdatedSean Miller has been pleased with Arizonaβs defense, but says rebounding is a concern going into the Maui Invitational: pic.twitter.com/KfVFGxszKS
— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) November 15, 2018
The Brandons
UpdatedBrandon Williams on his 14 assists to 0 turnovers through the first three games. Brandon Randolph adds on how the guards have meshed together. pic.twitter.com/LoMmbXo6Kp
— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) November 15, 2018
250 for Miller
UpdatedSean Miller after his 250th win at Arizona: pic.twitter.com/OwRx2e7yY5
— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) November 15, 2018
50th birthday for Miller
UpdatedSean Miller on the 50th birthday wishes at McKale Center: βWhen you turn 50, that number means more than maybe the other 49.β pic.twitter.com/wsti2J3bv4
— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) November 15, 2018
Improving from deep
UpdatedHow does Arizona improve from the 3-point line?Sean Miller: pic.twitter.com/08xN0eCQ1Z
— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) November 15, 2018
Film session segment with players for fans
UpdatedSean Miller on the new one-on-one film segment with players: pic.twitter.com/dXClzMCxbs
— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) November 15, 2018
#APlayersProgram Film π₯ RoomCoach Miller and @emman_akot take you inside the film room & breakdown winning ββοΈ plays. pic.twitter.com/ses67Xltrg
— Arizona Basketball (@APlayersProgram) November 14, 2018
#APlayersProgram Film π₯ RoomCoach Miller breaks down Dylan Smithβs defensive impact on the game. pic.twitter.com/JDRlQG3vGo
— Arizona Basketball (@APlayersProgram) November 10, 2018
Maui Invitational preparation
UpdatedBrandon Williams and Brandon Randolph on Arizonaβs plan for the Maui Invitational: pic.twitter.com/W19GIZjdoi
— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) November 15, 2018
National Signing Day
UpdatedSean Miller says heβs going to hold off on commenting on the 2019 recruiting class until a later date. pic.twitter.com/MZ6cSJRbo9
— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster) November 15, 2018
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- Seen and heard: Sean Miller's milestone, Nico Mannion signs and Brandon Williams' dimes
- Arizona defense finds moxie in win over UTEP, while Brandons put it all together
- Photos: Arizona Wildcats 79, UTEP 46, NCAA men's basketball
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- College basketball scoreboard: Arizona Wildcats vs. UTEP Miners
- Nico Mannion signs NLI for Arizona; Josh Green expected to sign Friday
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- The Brandons each score 21 to lead Arizona Wildcats to 79-46 win over UTEP
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