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Arizona Wildcats defeated Utah 83-66, led by Caleb Love, while Kansas struggles in the rankings.

Arizona Wildcats secured a commanding 83-66 victory over Utah, solidifying their position in the Big 12 conference. Caleb Love led the charge for Arizona, contributing 23 points, 7 assists, and 4 rebounds. The Wildcats showcased their defensive prowess, forcing 9 turnovers in the first half, which translated into 17 points.

Utah, under the guidance of interim head coach Josh Eilert following Craig Smith`s dismissal, saw Ezra Ausar and Keanu Dawes each score 18 points. Despite their efforts, Utah struggled against Arizona`s rebounding strength, with the Wildcats out-rebounding them 45-39. Tobe Awaka and Henri Veesaar were instrumental in the paint, combining for 24 points and 17 rebounds.

In other notable news, Kansas has fallen out of the AP Top 25 rankings for the first time this season after a disappointing stretch of losses. Head coach Bill Self remains optimistic, viewing their recent wins as a fresh start. Meanwhile, defending national champion UConn has also dropped from the rankings after a strong start to the season. In SEC action, Missouri triumphed over South Carolina, with Caleb Grill leading the charge with 22 points.

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