Arizona reaches Final Four for first time in 25 years

Arizona beat Purdue 79-64 in the West Region final, advancing to the Final Four for the first time since 2001; freshman Koa Peat scored 20 points and was named the region's Most Outstanding Player.

Arizona coach Tommy Lloyd climbed the ladder and cut down the net after the Wildcats defeated Purdue 79-64 in the NCAA Tournament West Region final. The victory sends Arizona to the Final Four for the first time since 2001. Freshman Koa Peat scored 20 points and was named the region's Most Outstanding Player. Arizona's defense limited Purdue in the second half, helping the Wildcats close the game while fans chanted on the court. Key facts: - Arizona defeated Purdue 79-64 in the West Region final in San Jose. - Koa Peat scored 20 points and was named the region's Most Outstanding Player. - Ivan Kharchenkov scored 18 points; Jaden Bradley and Brayden Burries each scored 14. - Purdue shot 38% from the field and finished the season 30-9. - Arizona improved to 36-2 and extended its winning streak to 13 games. Summary: The victory returns Arizona to the Final Four for the first time in 25 years and represents a significant moment for the program. It also capped a 13-game winning streak and closed Purdue's season at 30-9. Arizona will next appear in the Final Four in Indianapolis next week.