UNSTOPPABLE: Gonzaga’s Graham Ike EXPLODES as Zags ROUT UCLA, finally WIN at Climate Pledge Arena!

Gonzaga Bulldogs climb to No. 7 in the AP Top 25, but is their resume strong enough for an even higher spot? Andy Patton breaks down the Zags’ steady rise, comparing their Quad 1 wins, net ranking surge, and key losses to rivals like UConn and Purdue. The episode spotlights standout victories over Alabama, Kentucky, and UCLA, while questioning whether margin of defeat should outweigh the quality of wins in national rankings debates.Player grades get revealed as Andy Patton assesses Braden Huff, Graham Ike, Jalen Warley, and Davis Fogle’s dominant performances, while also weighing the development of Mario Saint-Supery and Tyon Grant Foster. The show examines roster strengths, defensive improvements, and the impact of upcoming matchups against St. Mary’s and Oregon. Will Gonzaga’s NCAA Tournament outlook get a boost with their current metrics and schedule? Get expert analysis on the Bulldogs’ path to the top.Written work covering Gonzaga at SI: https://www.si.com/college/gonzagaLocked On Zags Discord: https://discord.gg/FFNgKfXbKd Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! LinkedIn These days every new potential hire can feel like a high stakes wager for your small business. That’s why LinkedIn Jobs helps find the right people for your team, faster and for free. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/lockedoncollege. Terms and conditions apply. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. FanDuel New customers, join today and you’ll get TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in BONUS BETS if your first bet of FIVE DOLLARS or more wins. Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started. eBay Motors With all the parts you need at the prices you want, it’s easy to turn your car into the MVP and bring home that win. Keep your ride-or-die alive at EbayMotors.com. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) #Gonzaga #Zags Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Gonzaga Bulldogs break the Climate Pledge Arena curse with a commanding 82-72 win over No. 25 UCLA, showcasing Graham Ike and Braden Huff’s dominance in the front court. Can Mark Few's squad keep this momentum rolling against other top teams as March approaches?Andy Patton spotlights the Zags’ fourth ranked victory this season, analyzing stellar point guard play from Mario Saint-Supery and Braeden Smith, Adam Miller’s resurgence off the bench, and Jalen Warley’s lockdown defense. Key takeaways include Gonzaga’s offensive efficiency, strengths on the boards, ongoing free throw shooting woes, and how depth wore down the Bruins. Plus, get the inside scoop on the future of Gonzaga’s marquee series—UCLA, Kentucky, and potential showdowns with Oregon, BYU, and longstanding rival Saint Mary’s. Don't miss this strategic breakdown and what’s next for the Zags in a season filled with top-25 matchups.Written work covering Gonzaga at SI: https://www.si.com/college/gonzagaLocked On Zags Discord: https://discord.gg/FFNgKfXbKd Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! LinkedIn These days every new potential hire can feel like a high stakes wager for your small business. That’s why LinkedIn Jobs helps find the right people for your team, faster and for free. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/lockedoncollege. Terms and conditions apply. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. FanDuel New customers, join today and you’ll get TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in BONUS BETS if your first bet of FIVE DOLLARS or more wins. Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started. eBay Motors With all the parts you need at the prices you want, it’s easy to turn your car into the MVP and bring home that win. Keep your ride-or-die alive at EbayMotors.com. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) #Gonzaga #Zags Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

College basketball’s fiercest West Coast rivalry is back as the UCLA Bruins and Gonzaga Bulldogs battle for national relevance and NCAA Tournament seeding. How will Donovan Dent’s health and Mick Cronin’s lineup shakeups challenge Gonzaga’s dominant frontcourt of Graham Ike and Braden Huff? Will the Bruins’ struggles to defend the paint haunt them, or can their perimeter game and bench production tip the scales in their favor?Zach Anderson Yoxsimer and Andy Patton spotlight key matchups, including the scoring threats of Tyon Grant-Foster and the disruptive potential of UCLA’s Trent Perry. The hosts dissect crucial factors like offensive rebounding, transition play, and foul trouble—issues that could define the contest at Climate Pledge Arena, where Gonzaga has yet to win. With detailed roster analysis, NCAA seeding predictions, and bold calls for which role players will decide the game, this is must-listen insight on a clash that could shake up the college hoops landscape.Written work covering Gonzaga at SI: https://www.si.com/college/gonzagaLocked On Zags Discord: https://discord.gg/FFNgKfXbKd Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! LinkedIn These days every new potential hire can feel like a high stakes wager for your small business. That’s why LinkedIn Jobs helps find the right people for your team, faster and for free. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/lockedoncollege. Terms and conditions apply. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. FanDuel New customers, join today and you’ll get TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in BONUS BETS if your first bet of FIVE DOLLARS or more wins. Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started. eBay Motors With all the parts you need at the prices you want, it’s easy to turn your car into the MVP and bring home that win. Keep your ride-or-die alive at EbayMotors.com. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) #Gonzaga #Zags Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Gonzaga Bulldogs aim to break the Climate Pledge Arena curse as they gear up for a high-stakes showdown with UCLA in Seattle. Can Mark Few's squad dictate tempo against Mick Cronin's methodical Bruins and showcase their bench dominance, or will UCLA's returners like Tyler Bilodeau and breakout transfer Donovan Dent hold firm? This matchup promises classic drama as the Zags seek redemption after last year's close loss and hope to leverage stars Graham Ike, Braden Huff, and their battle-tested rotation.Andy Patton digs into Gonzaga’s must-win strategies: controlling pace, getting UCLA's thin bench into action, and capitalizing on perimeter opportunities. Detailed stats spotlight Skyy Clark’s shooting surge, Xavier Booker’s interior presence, and the critical role of point guard play. The episode closes with a celebration of the best Mark Few era Zags from the East Coast, highlighting fan favorites and hidden gems who left their mark on Spokane’s hoops legacy.Written work covering Gonzaga at SI: https://www.si.com/college/gonzagaLocked On Zags Discord: https://discord.gg/FFNgKfXbKd Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! LinkedIn These days every new potential hire can feel like a high stakes wager for your small business. That’s why LinkedIn Jobs helps find the right people for your team, faster and for free. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/lockedoncollege. Terms and conditions apply. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. FanDuel New customers, join today and you’ll get TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in BONUS BETS if your first bet of FIVE DOLLARS or more wins. Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started. eBay Motors With all the parts you need at the prices you want, it’s easy to turn your car into the MVP and bring home that win. Keep your ride-or-die alive at EbayMotors.com. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) #Gonzaga #Zags Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Gonzaga Bulldogs surge back into the national spotlight, cracking the AP Top 10 after a year-long absence. Can Mark Few’s squad sustain this momentum and chase a national championship? Andy Patton breaks down the Zags’ climb to #8, fueled by dominant wins over Kentucky and North Florida, and analyzes what the latest AP and NET rankings say about their Big Dance hopes.Key topics include Houston, Iowa State, and Arizona’s national standing, the implications of the Zags’ evolving non-conference resume, and the crucial upcoming showdown against a resurgent UCLA. On the women’s hoops front, Lauren Whittaker’s breakout performances and Gonzaga’s renewed win streak take center stage as the Lady Zags eye a key game versus Arizona State. Don’t miss Andy Patton’s in-depth look at top contenders, resume quirks, and what’s next as the Zags basketball machine kicks into high gear.Written work covering Gonzaga at SI: https://www.si.com/college/gonzagaLocked On Zags Discord: https://discord.gg/FFNgKfXbKd Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! LinkedIn These days every new potential hire can feel like a high stakes wager for your small business. That’s why LinkedIn Jobs helps find the right people for your team, faster and for free. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/lockedoncollege. Terms and conditions apply. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. FanDuel New customers, join today and you’ll get TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in BONUS BETS if your first bet of FIVE DOLLARS or more wins. Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started. eBay Motors With all the parts you need at the prices you want, it’s easy to turn your car into the MVP and bring home that win. Keep your ride-or-die alive at EbayMotors.com. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) #Gonzaga #Zags Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Gonzaga Bulldogs cruise past North Florida, notching Mark Few's 750th career win despite the absence of star big man Graham Ike. Can the Zags keep this momentum going with Ike's health in question ahead of their clash with UCLA? Three-point shooting shines with Mario Saint-Supery and Steele Venters leading the way, while Braden Huff steps up in an expanded role and Tyon Grant-Foster shows flashes of brilliance at the free throw line.Andy Patton breaks down Gonzaga’s unprecedented roster depth, dissecting rotation strategies, defensive prowess, and the emergence of Davis Fogle as a scoring spark. Key mailbag topics include the Bulldogs’ dominance over SEC opponents, concerns about non-conference resume strength, and the evolving contributions of Adam Miller. As the Zags prepare for tougher tests, questions loom about their ability to close out tight games and maintain consistency against top-tier competition.Written work covering Gonzaga at SI: https://www.si.com/college/gonzagaLocked On Zags Discord: https://discord.gg/FFNgKfXbKd Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! LinkedIn These days every new potential hire can feel like a high stakes wager for your small business. That’s why LinkedIn Jobs helps find the right people for your team, faster and for free. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/lockedoncollege. Terms and conditions apply. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. FanDuel New customers, join today and you’ll get TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in BONUS BETS if your first bet of FIVE DOLLARS or more wins. Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started. eBay Motors With all the parts you need at the prices you want, it’s easy to turn your car into the MVP and bring home that win. Keep your ride-or-die alive at EbayMotors.com. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) #Gonzaga #Zags Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Gonzaga Bulldogs crush Kentucky Wildcats 94-59 as Graham Ike and Braden Huff dominate the paint. Has Mark Few unlocked this squad's Final Four potential?Andy Patton recaps the Bulldogs’ stunning Quad 1 victory in Nashville, spotlighting Ike's 28-point bounce-back, Huff’s offensive clinic, and a fierce defensive showing that held Kentucky to just 27% shooting. Key takeaways include Adam Miller’s strong response off the bench, Gonzaga’s hot 50% shooting from three, and a relentless rebounding display. The episode also previews the upcoming tilt against North Florida, examining lineup choices and breakout opportunities for rising talents like Davis Fogle and Ismaila Diagne. Can Gonzaga build on this blowout as the schedule ramps up? Get all the analysis and insight on what this win means for the Bulldogs’ March Madness prospects.Written work covering Gonzaga at SI: https://www.si.com/college/gonzagaLocked On Zags Discord: https://discord.gg/FFNgKfXbKd Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! LinkedIn These days every new potential hire can feel like a high stakes wager for your small business. That’s why LinkedIn Jobs helps find the right people for your team, faster and for free. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/lockedoncollege. Terms and conditions apply. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. FanDuel New customers, join today and you’ll get TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in BONUS BETS if your first bet of FIVE DOLLARS or more wins. Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started. eBay Motors With all the parts you need at the prices you want, it’s easy to turn your car into the MVP and bring home that win. Keep your ride-or-die alive at EbayMotors.com. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) #Gonzaga #Zags Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Gonzaga and Kentucky face pivotal crossroads after tough losses, which big time program will bounce back in their Nashville showdown on Friday? Major questions loom for Mark Pope’s Wildcats, with injuries sidelining key frontcourt stars Jayden Quaintance and Mo Dioubate, while Malachi Moreno and Brandon Garrison must step up against Gonzaga’s formidable frontcourt duo of Graham Ike and Braden Huff.Andy Patton and Lance Dawe break down Kentucky’s struggle with chemistry, waning effort, and the pressure to prove themselves against quality competition. The analysis spotlights Gonzaga’s inside prowess, the X-factor potential of Tyon Grant-Foster, and the Wildcats’ need for a turnaround performance from players like Kam Williams and Otega Oweh. With both teams hungry for a resume-boosting win and seeking to reestablish their national standing, this clash could set the tone for the rest of their seasons. Will the Zags’ paint dominance prevail, or can Kentucky rediscover its spark?Written work covering Gonzaga at SI: https://www.si.com/college/gonzagaLocked On Zags Discord: https://discord.gg/FFNgKfXbKd Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! LinkedIn These days every new potential hire can feel like a high stakes wager for your small business. That’s why LinkedIn Jobs helps find the right people for your team, faster and for free. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/lockedoncollege. Terms and conditions apply. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. FanDuel New customers, join today and you’ll get TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in BONUS BETS if your first bet of FIVE DOLLARS or more wins. Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started. eBay Motors With all the parts you need at the prices you want, it’s easy to turn your car into the MVP and bring home that win. Keep your ride-or-die alive at EbayMotors.com. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) #Gonzaga #Zags Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Gonzaga Bulldogs gear up for a high-stakes showdown against the Kentucky Wildcats, aiming to secure their lone remaining ranked matchup and add another Quad 1 win to their NCAA Tournament resume. Andy Patton spotlights Gonzaga’s path to victory in Nashville, breaking down Kentucky’s injury woes—including absences for Jayden Quaintance and Jaland Lowe—and how Mark Pope’s squad’s lack of cohesion and recent struggles could play into the Zags’ hands.Key insights include Gonzaga’s dominance on the offensive glass, the importance of Graham Ike and Braden Huff exploiting Kentucky’s depleted frontcourt, and why limiting turnovers and finding their outside shot without becoming overreliant will be decisive. Plus, Andy reviews his preseason predictions, calling out surprise trends in minutes distribution and free throw shooting. Can the Bulldogs capitalize on Kentucky’s vulnerabilities and build momentum heading into WCC play? Don’t miss this essential breakdown of Friday’s marquee matchup.Written work covering Gonzaga at SI: https://www.si.com/college/gonzagaLocked On Zags Discord: https://discord.gg/FFNgKfXbKd Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! LinkedIn These days every new potential hire can feel like a high stakes wager for your small business. That’s why LinkedIn Jobs helps find the right people for your team, faster and for free. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/lockedoncollege. Terms and conditions apply. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. FanDuel New customers, join today and you’ll get TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in BONUS BETS if your first bet of FIVE DOLLARS or more wins. Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started. eBay Motors With all the parts you need at the prices you want, it’s easy to turn your car into the MVP and bring home that win. Keep your ride-or-die alive at EbayMotors.com. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) #Gonzaga #Zags Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Graham Ike anchors the Gonzaga Bulldogs as MVP, but Emmanuel Innocenti's emergence and Tyon Grant-Foster’s versatility could redefine Gonzaga’s ceiling. Andy Patton spotlights Gonzaga’s X factors, most improved players, and glue guys one month into the college basketball season—breaking down what the team must do to recover from the Michigan blowout and highlighting key non-conference showdowns against Kentucky, UCLA, and Oregon.NBA headlines heat up as Ryan Nembhard makes history for the Dallas Mavericks, joining his brother Andrew in a rare 25-point, 10-assist rookie club, while Chet Holmgren, Rui Hachimura, and Jalen Suggs shine for their squads. Plus, relive the Mark Few era’s best Zags from the Midwest, with shoutouts to Hunter Sallis, Aaron Cook, and Grant Gibbs. Can Gonzaga’s evolving roster deliver on its Final Four potential with these rising stars?Written work covering Gonzaga at SI: https://www.si.com/college/gonzagaLocked On Zags Discord: https://discord.gg/FFNgKfXbKd Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! LinkedIn These days every new potential hire can feel like a high stakes wager for your small business. That’s why LinkedIn Jobs helps find the right people for your team, faster and for free. Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/lockedoncollege. Terms and conditions apply. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. FanDuel New customers, join today and you’ll get TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in BONUS BETS if your first bet of FIVE DOLLARS or more wins. Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started. eBay Motors With all the parts you need at the prices you want, it’s easy to turn your car into the MVP and bring home that win. Keep your ride-or-die alive at EbayMotors.com. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) #Gonzaga #Zags Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.