Arizona Recruiting Update: Tommy Lloyd’s Wildcats lose to Baylor as the top target…
Arizona’s 2025 recruiting class is shaping up impressively, already ranking among the top three nationally—highlighted by commitments from five-star forward Dwayne Aristide and dynamic big man Sidi Gueye, with Bryce James adding star power .
But the crown jewel remains local five-star forward Koa Peat, the No. 6 player per ESPN. He’s taken official visits to Michigan, Houston, North Carolina, Arkansas, Duke, Baylor, and Arizona . After his October visit to Tucson, insiders like On3’s Jamie Shaw suggest “Arizona is in the driver’s seat,” though concerns linger about Lloyd’s two-big system versus Peat’s perimeter ambitions .
Baylor is considered a “sleeper” threat—especially after hosting him officially —and that may be what you’re alluding to when saying Arizona “lose to Baylor as the top target.” To date, Peat remains uncommitted.
Meanwhile, Arizona has stepped away from pursuing some other prospects like Tounde Yessoufou, choosing a more selective approach .
Class strength: Already top‑3 with Aristide, Gueye, James.
Peat watch: Still the biggest prize; Arizona currently leads, but Baylor (and others) loom.
Strategy: Lloyd’s selective recruiting means offers are meaningful.
