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Allonzo Trier paved the way for the Wildcats by scoring 30 points on 10 of 18 shooting, becoming the eighth player in program history to post back-to-back 30-point performances. 

The undersized Retrievers' game plan was simple: score as many three-pointers as possible and it was effective throughout the first 30 minutes of the game. UMBC shot 14 of 28 from three-point range, but the Wildcats found a nice balance in the post and from outside so the Retrievers' shooting performance became a non-factor down the stretch. 

Deandre Ayton had another double-double with 19 points and 10 rebounds and showcased his athletic abilities for a 7-foot-1 player by cutting through the lane after an Emmanuel Akot missed shot, stretched back with one arm and threw down the putback dunk. 

We know gave a play in the first half, but we think he just gave ANOTHER one.

— Arizona Basketball (@APlayersProgram)

Dylan Smith returned from his three-game suspension and recorded six points points and two blocks. Freshman wing Brandon Randolph was limited (concussion), but managed to put together five points in four minutes. 

It wasn't a trouble-free win considering UMBC gave the Cats a scare, but Arizona coasted in the final minutes of the game and will now turn to Cal-State Bakersfield on Thursday before leaving for the Bahamas to play in the Battle 4 Atlantis.  

Watch what Sean Miller, Parker Jackson-Cartwright and Ayton had to say after the win:

Sean Miller on Allonzo Trier’s 30-point performance: Mentions that he’s never coached a player that works harder than Trier.

— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster)

PJC on Allonzo Trier’s development:

— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster)

Parker Jackson-Cartwright on Keanu Pinder and Brandon Randolph’s return today and managing an uptempo offense. Deandre Ayton also touches on the defensive adjustments guarding the perimeter.

— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster)

Sean Miller on Brandon Randolph’s return (concussion) and playing limited minutes tonight:

— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster)

Deandre Ayton on playing heavy minutes:

— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster)

Sean Miller takes credit for Deandre Ayton’s putback dunk in the second half and talks about his motor and energy that he brings:

— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster)

Sean Miller says one of Deandre Ayton’s best traits as a player is his ability to pass out of a double-team.

— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster)

Sean Miller on Keanu Pinder’s defense and what the Wildcats can improve on before Battle 4 Atlantis Tournament:

— The Wildcaster (@TheWildcaster)