Arizona-Arizona State Rivalry Boils Over With Late-Game Ejections

A heated basketball clash saw technical fouls, a headbutt, and both teams skipping the handshake line after Arizona's 81-72 victory.

Arizona defeated Arizona State 81-72 in a contentious rivalry game in Tempe, marked by multiple technical fouls and late-game ejections.
Arizona's Caleb Love and Arizona State's BJ Freeman were both ejected in the final 30 seconds after Freeman headbutted Love during a confrontation.
Four technical fouls were issued during the game, including one to ASU coach Bobby Hurley for protesting a call and ripping off his tie in frustration.
Both teams skipped the postgame handshake line, with Hurley citing concerns over escalating tensions and criticizing Arizona players for 'constant chatter.'
The two teams are scheduled to meet again on March 4 in Tucson, with emotions likely to remain high following Saturday's events.