SHOWDOWN: Gonzaga's historic 29th straight WCC championship appearance WON'T be against Saint Mary's

Gonzaga Bulldogs surge into their 29th consecutive WCC Championship game after a gritty 65-56 win over Oregon State, led by Graham Ike’s dominant double-double and key defensive stops. Can the Zags navigate Santa Clara’s sharpshooting and explosive Allen Graves to clinch another tournament title and solidify their NCAA seeding? Andy Patton analyzes Jalen Warley’s timely return, three-point shooting struggles, and the ongoing streak of conference finals appearances under Coach Mark Few.

On the women’s side, Lisa Fortier’s Gonzaga squad rolls past Santa Clara with a 28-point blowout, setting up a high-stakes rematch against Oregon State. Standout performances from Allie Turner and Lauren Whittaker fuel hopes of a deep postseason run. Key storylines include upcoming Pac-12 rivalries, bench depth, and Gonzaga’s shifting national profile. Will the Bulldogs keep their championship momentum and dance their way into March Madness?

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

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