Arizona Wildcats Host Iowa State Cyclones in Key NCAA Basketball Matchup

TUCSON, AZ – The No. 2 ranked Arizona Wildcats will face off against the No. 5 Iowa State Cyclones at McKale Center in Tucson, Arizona, on Monday, March 2, at 9 p.m. ET. The game, televised on ESPN, features two of the top teams in the nation as Arizona looks to continue its winning streak and solidify its position as a leading contender in college basketball.

Recent Team Performance

Arizona enters the game on a four-game winning streak, having secured victories over three ranked opponents: Kansas, Houston, and BYU. Iowa State, currently three games behind Arizona in the Big 12 standings, has had a more inconsistent run, splitting its last six games and recently suffering a loss to No. 16 Texas Tech.

Ticket Information

Tickets for the Arizona vs. Iowa State game are still available, with prices starting at $133, according to Vivid Seats as of March 1, 2026. The average ticket price is $594. Other ticket vendors, such as AXS and Ace Ticket , also offer tickets. Fans can also find tickets starting at $146 through USA TODAY .

Game Details

• When: Monday, March 2
• Where: McKale Center, Tucson, Arizona
• Time: 9 p.m. ET
• TV: ESPN

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