Gonzaga Defeats Loyola Marymount 96-68

Gonzaga delivered a dominant performance against Loyola Marymount, winning 96-68, marking their 13th consecutive victory on the Lions’ home court. Graham Ike and Khalif Battle were standout performers, scoring 27 and 26 points respectively, with Ike nearly reaching his season-high and Battle contributing significantly on defense with three steals. This victory was part of Gonzaga's demanding schedule, playing four games in a span of eight days, including previous wins over Pepperdine and Portland and a loss to UCLA. Gonzaga's effective shooting and defensive efforts were highlighted by their shooting percentages of 51% in the first half and 54% in the second, while restricting Loyola Marymount to 32% shooting in the first half. This win extends Gonzaga's road winning streak to 11 games and underscores their resilience in a physically and mentally challenging schedule. The game further solidified Gonzaga's strong historical performance against Loyola Marymount, improving their all-time series lead to 79-24.