TUCSON, Ariz. (Interstat) — Top-ranked Arizona remained unbeaten Wednesday night, using a dominant second half to pull away from rival Arizona State 89-82 in a Big 12 men’s basketball game at McKale Center.

The Wildcats, now 17-0, trailed by one at halftime but erupted for 51 points after intermission. Tobe Awaka led Arizona with 25 points. Koa Peat added 24 points.

The Sun Devils, who fell to 10-7, were led by Maurice Odum’s 23 points and seven assists. Massamba Diop scored 16.

Arizona’s interior strength was decisive, outscoring Arizona State 46-22 in the paint and making 21 of 26 free throws. The Sun Devils stayed close by hitting 11 three-pointers but could not sustain their first-half momentum against the nation’s last undefeated team.