Everyone keeps calling it a problem. Arizona doesn’t have a locked-in starting power forward, so people panic. But honestly, this might be the best situation they could be in. Not knowing who starts at the four doesn’t mean weakness; it means they have more options. And in college basketball right now, options matter more than ever.

Apr 4, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Michigan Wolverines forward Will Tschetter (42) rebounds the ball against Arizona Wildcats forward Koa Peat (10) in the first half during a semifinal of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images | Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

Koa Peat Is Still the Dream Scenario

Let’s not overthink it. If Koa Peat comes back, this whole conversation basically ends.…