COLLAPSE: Gonzaga's season ENDS in loss to Texas! | Zags never recovered from Braden Huff injury

Gonzaga Bulldogs’ fail to return to the Sweet 16 after the Texas Longhorns knock them out in a tense Round of 32 battle. Did Braden Huff’s injury derail Gonzaga’s postseason hopes? Andy Patton breaks down the Zags’ frustrating loss, spotlighting Graham Ike's dominance, Jalen Warley’s resilient return from injury, and recurring struggles like poor three-point shooting and inconsistent wing production. Was this the most agonizing 31-win season in college basketball history?

Andy Patton examines Gonzaga’s shifting lineup, the effect of Huff and Warley’s injuries, and Sean Miller’s tactical edge. Key topics include the Bulldogs’ offensive inefficiency, the failure to pull away in crucial moments, and the emotional farewell to standout seniors Graham Ike, Jalen Warley, Tyon Grant-Foster, and Adam Miller. With Gonzaga set to leave the West Coast Conference for the Pac-12, what’s next for a program marked by adversity and resilience? Go Zags!

Written work covering Gonzaga at SI: https://www.si.com/college/gonzaga

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