Gonzaga defeats San Francisco 85-76, reaches WCC title game

The Gonzaga Bulldogs secured their 28th consecutive appearance in the West Coast Conference (WCC) Tournament championship game with an 85-76 victory over San Francisco. Graham Ike led the Bulldogs with 27 points and 10 rebounds, while Khalif Battle contributed 21 points, propelling Gonzaga past the Dons after a tightly contested first half. This victory extends Gonzaga's winning streak against San Francisco to 33 games. The Bulldogs will face top-seeded Saint Mary's, who defeated Pepperdine in the semifinals, in the championship game. The matchup is significant as both teams are likely to secure at-large bids for the NCAA Tournament, with Gonzaga aiming for its 22nd WCC tournament title. Gonzaga's coach Mark Few praised the competitiveness of San Francisco, highlighting their NCAA Tournament-caliber team.