Gonzaga Dominates, Santa Clara Upssets

0:00On March 10, Gonzaga Bulldogs dominated Oregon State in the West Coast Conference Tournament semi-finals, punching their ticket to yet another championship game. The top seedest acts improved to 29 wins and three losses, leaning on stout defense to hold the beavers to just 19 points off turnovers, while securing a comfortable victory in Las Vegas. Graham Ike led the charge with a game high 24 points and 11 rebounds. His 14th double-double of the season and a milestone too, 1,500 career points. Freshman Mario St. Superi dazzled in transition with four steals and three assists, while senior Jalen Warley returned strong from injury, looking sharp in the starting lineup. Fans packed the Orleans arena, creating electric energy despite long lines that made some mis-tip-off. This marks Gonzaga's 28th straight appearance in the title game, a streak unbroken since 1997, and Red Shirt Jr. Brayden. Huff showed positive signs walking without crutches after his injury.

1:03Meanwhile, Santa Clara pulled off an upset over second-seated St. Mary's in the other semi, 76-71, thanks to a clutch. Three-pointer from Sask of All You Gov. That sets up a rare final without Gonzaga facing St. Mary's, the first since 2021, amid a busy coaching carousel including Oregon, states Wayne Tinkle getting fired after 12 seasons. The Zag Space Santa Clara Tuesday at 6 p.m., Pacific Time on ESPN, where a win locks in a number three seed for March Manus and keeps there. Tournament Legacy Rolling Strong