Southern Utah at Arizona State Picks and Predictions for Tuesday, November 4, 2025
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The 2025–26 college basketball season tips off in Tempe as Arizona State hosts Southern Utah at Desert Financial Arena. Southern Utah finished last season 12–19 overall and 4–12 in the WAC, while Arizona State went 13–20 overall and 4–16 in the Pac-12, now competing in the Big 12 for the first time. Make a three-pointer with our college basketball picks.
Game Information for Southern Utah vs Arizona State
Location: Desert Financial Arena, Tempe, AZ
Time: 9:00 p.m. ET
Coverage: ESPN+
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Southern Utah Thunderbirds Preview
Head coach Rob Jeter enters his third season leading Southern Utah, guiding a team with major roster turnover and several key transfers. The Thunderbirds return only three players from last season, making this one of the most retooled rosters in the WAC. Senior forward Isaiah Cottrell, a transfer from UNLV and West Virginia, brings a high level of experience, while guards Lorenzo Abellar and Langston Binns offer veteran leadership in the backcourt. Freshman guard Elijah Duval, an ESPN four-star recruit, is expected to see immediate playing time.
Southern Utah’s depth and experience will take time to develop with so many newcomers. Jeter’s teams traditionally emphasize half-court defense and ball movement, but early-season chemistry will be tested against a high-major opponent. This opener marks the first of several difficult road games to start the year, including future matchups with Gonzaga and Maryland.
Arizona State Sun Devils Preview
Veteran coach Bobby Hurley returns for his tenth season in Tempe, now leading a roster that looks almost entirely different from last year. The Sun Devils lost their top six scorers from a season ago but brought in a deep transfer class, including Marcus Adams Jr. (CSUN), Bryce Ford (Toledo), and Allen David Mukeba (Oakland). Hurley’s focus this season is improved shooting and rebounding after the team ranked near the bottom of the Pac-12 in both categories last year.
Sophomore guard Trevor Best is the only returning player who saw regular action last season, but the added size and athleticism from the transfer group should help balance the lineup. Arizona State’s defense remains aggressive, and with Hurley’s preference for fast tempo, this team should push the pace early. A matchup with a rebuilding mid-major gives the Sun Devils a good chance to start strong in front of their home crowd.
Southern Utah at Arizona State Prediction
Arizona State’s overall talent and athleticism give it a clear edge. Expect the Sun Devils to pressure early, dominate in transition, and control the boards as Southern Utah works to find its footing. This matchup will be over by halftime. Final Score Prediction: Arizona State wins and covers ATS 91-54
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Best Pick
- Arizona State Sun Devils
