Gonzaga Defeats UMass Lowell 113-54

No. 4 Gonzaga dominated UMass Lowell with a 113-54 victory, marking their third consecutive win to start the season, the first such start since 2021-22. Khalif Battle led the Zags with 21 points, including a perfect 4-for-4 from three-point range, while Nolan Hickman contributed 14 points. Gonzaga established a commanding lead early, going on an 11-0 run and finishing the first half ahead 49-27. The River Hawks struggled with their shooting and turnovers, managing only 3 of 15 from beyond the arc and committing 25 turnovers in the game. The Zags showcased their depth with notable contributions from Braden Huff and Ryan Nembhard, each scoring 13 points. Gonzaga will next face San Diego State before hosting Long Beach State.