SIZE MATTERS! The Blueprint EVERY Championship Team Follows: REBOUNDS equal RINGS!

This episode of Locked On Wildcats breaks down the analytically proven recipe to win championships in college basketball, focusing especially on Arizona's fit with the winning formula. Leif Thulin explains that size is the key factor—more than pace or three-point shooting—in building a championship contender. The discussion includes a detailed analysis of Arizona's strengths in rebounding, defense, and possession advantage, referencing recent top teams and champions to illustrate the model. The episode also features a recap of Arizona's win over Bethune Cookman, key takeaways from that game, and an assessment of which teams nationwide fit the championship blueprint.00:01:08 – Size discussion in CBB00:04:58 – Arizona's defense 00:10:18 – Top teams all have what in common?00:12:22 – Game recap vs Bethune Cookman 00:17:11 – Turnover issues00:24:44 – 2025-26 Championship contendersArizona Wildcats, college basketball, size, rebounding, defense, turnovers, Bethune Cookman, championship formula, top teamsEverydayer ClubIf you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONCOLLEGE for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.FanDuelToday's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Football season is around the corner, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOAZWildcats?sid=YouTubeLocked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollege#Arizona #ArizonaWildcats #ArizonaFootball #ArizonaBasketball Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.