NCAA Tournament: What Tommy Lloyd, Arizona players said after beating Purdue to clinch Final Four bid
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Key Points:
- Arizona Wildcats advanced to their first Final Four since 2001 by defeating Purdue in the West Region final, overcoming a seven-point halftime deficit with a dominant 48-26 second half.
- Coach Tommy Lloyd praised his team's halftime adjustments and player-led discussions, emphasizing their maturity and focus in critical moments, which contributed to their strong second-half performance.
- Key players like Koa Peat, Jaden Bradley, and Brayden Burries played pivotal roles, with Peat's leadership and Burries' resilience after a rough start highlighted by Lloyd and teammates.
- The coaching staff, particularly assistant coach Murph, received credit for detailed scouting and game planning that effectively limited Purdue's key scorers.
- The team and coach expressed deep gratitude to the Arizona community and former program leaders like Lute Olson and Sean Miller, acknowledging their contributions to the program's legacy and success.
