Motiejus Krivas has officially re-signed with Arizona basketball for the 2026-27 season, marking his fourth year with the Wildcats. He aims to help rebuild the team's post rotation after a successful sophomore season despite injury setbacks.
Key points
Motiejus Krivas re-signs with Arizona for 2026-27 season
Krivas averaged 10.4 points and 8.2 rebounds in 2025-26
He was a first-team all Big 12 pick despite injury limitations
Arizona aims to rebuild its post rotation around Krivas
Motiejus KrivasArizona Wildcats
Motiejus Krivas officially returns to Arizona basketball
Arizona and Motiejus Krivas officially announced the re-signing of the Lithuanian center for a fourth season in 2026-27, giving the Wildcats a foundation to rebuild their post rotation around.
Krivas and forward Ivan Kharchenkov have both been expected to re-sign with Arizona for next season, although it was initially possible they could test the NBA Draft process at the same time as guard Jaden Bradley did last spring.
Coming off a sophomore season that was severely limited by a foot/ankle injury, Krivas became a first-team all Big 12 pick in 2025-26 while averaging 10.4 points, 8.2 rebounds and 1.9 blocked shots per game. He shot 56.9% from the floor and 78% from the free-throw line.
Michigan Wolverines guard Trey McKenney (1) blocks the shot of Arizona Wildcats guard Brayden Burries (5) during the first half in a semifinal of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, on April 4, 2026.
Michigan Wolverines guard Trey McKenney (1) blocks the shot of Arizona Wildcats guard Brayden Burries (5) during the first half in a semifinal of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, on April 4, 2026.
Q&A
What are Motiejus Krivas's stats from the 2025-26 season?
In the 2025-26 season, Motiejus Krivas averaged 10.4 points, 8.2 rebounds, and 1.9 blocked shots per game.
How long is Motiejus Krivas's contract with Arizona basketball?
Motiejus Krivas has re-signed for a fourth season with Arizona basketball, specifically for the 2026-27 season.
What impact did Motiejus Krivas have on Arizona basketball last season?
Despite being limited by injury, Krivas was named a first-team all Big 12 pick and contributed significantly to the team's performance.
Will Motiejus Krivas enter the NBA Draft process?
It was initially possible for Krivas to test the NBA Draft process, but he has opted to re-sign with Arizona for the upcoming season.
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Michigan Wolverines guard Trey McKenney (1) blocks the shot of Arizona Wildcats guard Brayden Burries (5) during the first half in a semifinal of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, on April 4, 2026.
Michigan Wolverines forward Yaxel Lendeborg (23) twists his ankle against the Arizona Wildcats in the first half during a semifinal of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, on April 4, 2026.
Arizona Wildcats forward Ivan Kharchenkov (8) celebrates after making a three-point basket against the Michigan Wolverines in the first half during a semifinal of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, on April 4, 2026.
Arizona Wildcats forward Ivan Kharchenkov (8) celebrates after making a three-point basket against the Michigan Wolverines in the first half during a semifinal of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, on April 4, 2026.
Michigan Wolverines forward Morez Johnson Jr. (21) and Arizona Wildcats center Motiejus Krivas (13) battle for a rebound in the first half during a semifinal of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, on April 4, 2026.
Michigan Wolverines forward Morez Johnson Jr. (21) and Arizona Wildcats center Motiejus Krivas (13) battle for a rebound in the first half during a semifinal of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, on April 4, 2026.
Arizona Wildcats forward Ivan Kharchenkov (8) reacts against the Michigan Wolverines in the first half during a semifinal of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, on April 4, 2026.
Arizona Wildcats center Motiejus Krivas (13) shoots over Michigan Wolverines center Aday Mara (15) in the first half during a semifinal of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, on April 4, 2026.
Arizona Wildcats center Motiejus Krivas (13) shoots over Michigan Wolverines center Aday Mara (15) in the first half during a semifinal of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, on April 4, 2026.
Arizona Wildcats center Motiejus Krivas (13) shoots over Michigan Wolverines forward Morez Johnson Jr. (21) in the first half during a semifinal of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, on April 4, 2026.
Arizona Wildcats center Motiejus Krivas (13) shoots the ball against Michigan Wolverines forward Morez Johnson Jr. (21) during the first half in a semifinal of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, on April 4, 2026.
Arizona Wildcats center Motiejus Krivas (13) battles for the ball in between Michigan Wolverines forward Morez Johnson Jr. (21) and Michigan Wolverines guard Elliot Cadeau (3) in the first half during a semifinal of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, on April 4, 2026.
Arizona Wildcats center Motiejus Krivas (13) shoots the ball against Michigan Wolverines forward Morez Johnson Jr. (21) during the first half in a semifinal of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, on April 4, 2026.
Arizona Wildcats center Motiejus Krivas (13) in action between Michigan Wolverines forward Morez Johnson Jr. (21) and Michigan Wolverines guard Nimari Burnett (4) in the first half during a semifinal of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, on April 4, 2026.
Arizona Wildcats center Motiejus Krivas (13) reaches for the ball against Michigan Wolverines forward Morez Johnson Jr. (21) during the first half in a semifinal of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, on April 4, 2026.
Michigan Wolverines guard Roddy Gayle Jr. (11) and guard Nimari Burnett (right) reach for the ball against Arizona Wildcats center Motiejus Krivas (13) and forward Koa Peat (10) during the first half in a semifinal of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, on April 4, 2026.
Michigan Wolverines guard Roddy Gayle Jr. (11) and guard Nimari Burnett (right) reach for the ball against Arizona Wildcats center Motiejus Krivas (13) and forward Koa Peat (10) during the first half in a semifinal of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, on April 4, 2026.
Arizona Wildcats forward Koa Peat (10) shoots past Michigan Wolverines guard Elliot Cadeau (3) in the first half during a semifinal of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, on April 4, 2026.
Arizona Wildcats forward Tobe Awaka (30) shoots against Michigan Wolverines center Aday Mara (15) in the first half during a semifinal of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, on April 4, 2026.
Arizona Wildcats forward Tobe Awaka (30) shoots against Michigan Wolverines center Aday Mara (15) in the first half during a semifinal of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, on April 4, 2026.
Michigan Wolverines center Aday Mara (15) reacts after a play against the Arizona Wildcats during the first half in a semifinal of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, on April 4, 2026.
Arizona Wildcats forward Tobe Awaka (30) shoots over Michigan Wolverines forward Morez Johnson Jr. (21) in the first half during a semifinal of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, on April 4, 2026.
Michigan Wolverines guard Elliot Cadeau (3) shoots over Arizona Wildcats guard Brayden Burries (5) in the first half during a semifinal of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, on April 4, 2026.
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Michigan Wolverines guard Trey McKenney (1) blocks the shot of Arizona Wildcats guard Brayden Burries (5) during the first half in a semifinal of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, on April 4, 2026.
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Michigan Wolverines guard Trey McKenney (1) blocks the shot of Arizona Wildcats guard Brayden Burries (5) during the first half in a semifinal of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, on April 4, 2026.
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Michigan Wolverines guard Trey McKenney (1) blocks the shot of Arizona Wildcats guard Brayden Burries (5) during the first half in a semifinal of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, on April 4, 2026.
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Michigan Wolverines guard Trey McKenney (1) blocks the shot of Arizona Wildcats guard Brayden Burries (5) during the first half in a semifinal of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, on April 4, 2026.
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Michigan Wolverines forward Yaxel Lendeborg (23) twists his ankle against the Arizona Wildcats in the first half during a semifinal of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, on April 4, 2026.
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Arizona Wildcats forward Ivan Kharchenkov (8) celebrates after making a three-point basket against the Michigan Wolverines in the first half during a semifinal of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, on April 4, 2026.
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Arizona Wildcats forward Ivan Kharchenkov (8) celebrates after making a three-point basket against the Michigan Wolverines in the first half during a semifinal of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, on April 4, 2026.
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Michigan Wolverines forward Morez Johnson Jr. (21) and Arizona Wildcats center Motiejus Krivas (13) battle for a rebound in the first half during a semifinal of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, on April 4, 2026.
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Michigan Wolverines forward Morez Johnson Jr. (21) and Arizona Wildcats center Motiejus Krivas (13) battle for a rebound in the first half during a semifinal of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, on April 4, 2026.
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Arizona Wildcats forward Ivan Kharchenkov (8) reacts against the Michigan Wolverines in the first half during a semifinal of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, on April 4, 2026.
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Arizona Wildcats center Motiejus Krivas (13) shoots over Michigan Wolverines center Aday Mara (15) in the first half during a semifinal of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, on April 4, 2026.
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Arizona Wildcats center Motiejus Krivas (13) shoots over Michigan Wolverines center Aday Mara (15) in the first half during a semifinal of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, on April 4, 2026.
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Arizona Wildcats center Motiejus Krivas (13) shoots over Michigan Wolverines forward Morez Johnson Jr. (21) in the first half during a semifinal of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, on April 4, 2026.
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Arizona Wildcats center Motiejus Krivas (13) shoots the ball against Michigan Wolverines forward Morez Johnson Jr. (21) during the first half in a semifinal of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, on April 4, 2026.
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Arizona Wildcats center Motiejus Krivas (13) battles for the ball in between Michigan Wolverines forward Morez Johnson Jr. (21) and Michigan Wolverines guard Elliot Cadeau (3) in the first half during a semifinal of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, on April 4, 2026.
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Arizona Wildcats center Motiejus Krivas (13) shoots the ball against Michigan Wolverines forward Morez Johnson Jr. (21) during the first half in a semifinal of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, on April 4, 2026.
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Arizona Wildcats center Motiejus Krivas (13) in action between Michigan Wolverines forward Morez Johnson Jr. (21) and Michigan Wolverines guard Nimari Burnett (4) in the first half during a semifinal of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, on April 4, 2026.
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Arizona Wildcats center Motiejus Krivas (13) reaches for the ball against Michigan Wolverines forward Morez Johnson Jr. (21) during the first half in a semifinal of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, on April 4, 2026.
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Michigan Wolverines guard Roddy Gayle Jr. (11) and guard Nimari Burnett (right) reach for the ball against Arizona Wildcats center Motiejus Krivas (13) and forward Koa Peat (10) during the first half in a semifinal of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, on April 4, 2026.
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Michigan Wolverines guard Roddy Gayle Jr. (11) and guard Nimari Burnett (right) reach for the ball against Arizona Wildcats center Motiejus Krivas (13) and forward Koa Peat (10) during the first half in a semifinal of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, on April 4, 2026.
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Arizona Wildcats forward Koa Peat (10) shoots past Michigan Wolverines guard Elliot Cadeau (3) in the first half during a semifinal of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, on April 4, 2026.
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Arizona Wildcats forward Tobe Awaka (30) shoots against Michigan Wolverines center Aday Mara (15) in the first half during a semifinal of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, on April 4, 2026.
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Arizona Wildcats forward Tobe Awaka (30) shoots against Michigan Wolverines center Aday Mara (15) in the first half during a semifinal of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, on April 4, 2026.
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Michigan Wolverines center Aday Mara (15) reacts after a play against the Arizona Wildcats during the first half in a semifinal of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, on April 4, 2026.
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Arizona Wildcats forward Tobe Awaka (30) shoots over Michigan Wolverines forward Morez Johnson Jr. (21) in the first half during a semifinal of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, on April 4, 2026.
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Michigan Wolverines guard Elliot Cadeau (3) shoots over Arizona Wildcats guard Brayden Burries (5) in the first half during a semifinal of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, on April 4, 2026.
With NCAA rules now allowing teams a foreign exhibition trip every year, the Wildcats have been considering a summertime trip that could take Krivas near his home in Lithuania. Krivas joined the Wildcats as a freshman in time to take part in their 2023 tour through Israel and the United Arab Emirates.
The Wildcats now have eight scholarship players lined up for 2026-27, with a need for at least two post players.
Arizona’s spring roster transition
As of Monday
Expected returners
F Ivan Kharchenkov | 6-7 | 230 | sophomore
C Motiejus Krivas* | 7-2 | 260 | senior
F Mabil Mawut* | 6-11 | 200 | R-freshman
G Bryce James* | 6-5 | 185 | R-freshman
Confirmed
Signed newcomers
G Caleb Holt | 6-5 | 200 | freshman
F Cameron Holmes | 6-6 | 205 | freshman
G Derek Dixon | 6-5 | 200 | sophomore
G JJ Mandaquit | 6-1 | 201 | sophomore
Expected departures
G Jaden Bradley | 6-3 | 205 (declared for NBA Draft)
F Tobe Awaka | 6-9 | 250 (out of eligibility*)
F Anthony Dell’Orso | 6-6 | 190 (out of eligibility*)
G Brayden Burries | 6-4 | 190 (declared for NBA Draft)
F Koa Peat | 6-8 | 235 (declared for NBA Draft)
F Dwayne Aristode | 6-8 | 215 | (in transfer portal)
F Sidi Gueye | 6-11 | 215 | (transferring to Santa Clara)
G Evan Nelson | 6-2 | 170 (out of eligibility)
= Under current rules. (Nelson is also out of eligibility under the proposed "five in five" rule since his five-year window is up).
