PRESCOTT, Ariz. - The Arizona Western men's basketball team look to stay undefeated in 2026, taking their three-game winning streak on the road to Yavapai this evening. The two teams met twice last season, splitting the series with each team winning on their home courts. 

About the Matadors

Arizona Western enters on a surge, averaging 89 points per game over its three-game winning streak, including outings of 95, 83, and 89 points. The Matadors feature balanced scoring led by #10 Marsai Mason and #4 Matt Anglo, with #14 Mario Brunetto adding 10.2 points per game off the bench. That balance and recent offensive rhythm have positioned AWC among the teams to beat in the ACCAC.

• Recent form: Three straight wins with 89.0 PPG in that span. • Top scorers: #10 Marsai Mason (14.1 PPG), #4 Matt Anglo (13.6 PPG), #2 Engel Gutierrez (11.8 PPG). • Key to watch: Can AWC's balanced attack continue to generate high-efficiency points on the road.

About the Roughriders

Yavapai enters at 9-9 seeking to snap a three-game losing streak. Defensive consistency has been an issue of late, with the Roughriders allowing 84, 80, and 79 points in their last three defeats. Offensively, they have not reached 80 points in any of their last five games, making efficiency and shot-making paramount in this matchup.

• Top scorers: #15 Jason Parent (15.5 PPG), #22 Torin Bosch (12.2 PPG), #12 Rudolfs Svitins (10.7 PPG). • Recent trend: Three-game skid with defensive struggles. • Upset blueprint: Tighten defense and get efficient nights from Parent and the backcourt.

A tale of two streaks

Arizona Western rides a three-game win streak; Yavapai is on a three-game slide. • Offense vs. defense: AWC has scored 95, 83, and 89 in its last three wins; Yavapai has allowed 84, 80, and 79 in its last three losses. Tipoff scheduled for 7:30 pm