No. 1 Arizona will try to improve upon its best start in the Tommy Lloyd era when it plays South Dakota State on Monday night at Tucson, Ariz. The Wildcats (12-0) surpassed the previous best start of 11 wins without a loss in Lloyd’s first year as head coach in 2021-22 with its 107-71 win over visiting Bethune-Cookman last week. Arizona will complete its nonconference schedule against South Dakota State (7-7) and begin its Big 12 schedule at Utah on Saturday. “I’m happy we’re here, but we really haven’t accomplished anything yet,” said Lloyd, who is 124-33 at Arizona. “So let’s roll up our sleeves and be more excited about the challenges coming down the road. “That’s what I’m excited about. I’m looking forward to South Dakota State. And I’m really looking forward to playing in the Big 12.” Lloyd said he told his players to be careful during their week-long break in between games during the Christmas holiday. “Our guys are hoopers, so I told them if they want to get in the gym and shoot by themselves — key wRead More