Locked On Zags - Daily Podcast On Gonzaga Bulldogs Basketball

Gonzaga Bulldogs secure a high-stakes February battle with Duke Blue Devils at Detroit’s Little Caesars Arena—the same site as the Final Four. Could this matchup be a tournament preview or a prime opportunity for Mark Few’s squad to notch another season-defining win? Andy Patton breaks down Gonzaga’s elite non-conference slate, now featuring Purdue, Michigan State, Kentucky, Creighton, and a poten...

Gonzaga Bulldogs rocket back into national championship contention with the addition of 7'1 rim protector Massamba Diop. Is this the perfect pairing to unleash Braden Huff’s full potential in Spokane’s frontcourt? Andy Patton reviews Gonzaga’s evolving roster, spotlighting key returners Braden Huff, Mario Saint-Supery, and Davis Fogle, and analyzing how Diop’s elite shot-blocking addresses the Zag...

Gonzaga Bulldogs land Massamba Diop, the top big man in the transfer portal, instantly elevating their national title hopes. Is this the missing piece for Mark Few’s squad as they prepare for the Pac-12? Andy Patton breaks down Diop’s high-stakes recruitment battle with Rick Pitino’s St. John’s, Gonzaga’s bold all-in approach, and how the 7’1 Senegalese center’s rim protection fills a critical nee...

Gonzaga Bulldogs face offseason uncertainty as Isiah Harwell, their sole transfer portal addition, unexpectedly enters the 2026 NBA Draft process. Will Harwell return to Spokane, or is Mark Few’s squad set to lose a key prospect before the season even begins? Andy Patton unpacks Harwell’s draft potential, Jack Kayil’s international eligibility timeline, and what NBA feedback could mean for their f...

Gonzaga Bulldogs ramp up their pursuit of Stetson sharpshooter Ethan Copeland as Mark Few eyes a boost to the Zags’ three-point firepower. Is Copeland’s elite shooting the missing piece for Gonzaga’s title ambitions? Andy Patton analyzes Copeland’s fit, his local connections to Washington, and the high-stakes battle for minutes and NIL dollars among top programs like VCU, LMU, and Pacific. The epi...

Gonzaga Bulldogs fans are on edge as rising star Jack Kayil officially declares for the NBA Draft, putting his future in Spokane into question. With Kayil projected as a potential second-round pick and fresh off a standout season with ALBA Berlin, the stakes couldn’t be higher—will he suit up for the Zags, or head straight to the pros? Andy Patton breaks down Gonzaga’s guard outlook for 2026, spot...

NCAA’s proposed “5 in 5” rule could unleash transfer portal chaos this summer, granting eligibility to hundreds of elite college basketball players and reshaping the recruitment landscape. Will the Gonzaga Bulldogs capitalize on this opportunity, or risk losing out by staying patient?  Andy Patton breaks down how President Charlie Baker’s push for simplified eligibility rules might lead to an unpr...

Gonzaga Bulldogs secure major roster stability as the NCAA transfer portal window closes—can Mark Few’s squad stay atop the college basketball landscape? Braden Huff, Davis Fogle, and Mario Saint-Supery headline a strong core of returning starters, while Gonzaga eyes Arizona State transfer center Massamba Diop for a potential frontcourt boost. Andy Patton breaks down key portal moves, discusses dr...

Gonzaga Bulldogs search for a dominant rim protector heats up as Massamba Diop’s decision looms. If the Arizona State transfer slips away, could 7'2 Anton Bonke be the next big man in Spokane? Andy Patton spotlights Bonke’s breakout season at Charlotte, dissecting his elite rebounding, shot-blocking, and fit alongside Braden Huff in Mark Few’s system. Which NCAA powerhouse will win the race for Bo...

Gonzaga Bulldogs anxiously await Massamba Diop’s decision after his pivotal visit to Spokane. Will Mark Few’s squad secure the program-altering big man, or will St. John’s and Rick Pitino snatch the prize? Andy Patton unpacks the high-stakes Diop sweepstakes, the NIL landscape fueling intense recruiting battles, and updates on top targets like Moustapha Thiam and Anton Bonke if Gonzaga turns to pl...

Gonzaga Bulldogs face a pivotal recruiting weekend as 7'1 Arizona State transfer Massamba Diop visits Spokane—will Mark Few lock down the shot-blocking phenom before St. John’s and Rick Pitino seize the opportunity? Diop’s rim protection and interior dominance could be the missing piece alongside Braden Huff in Gonzaga’s frontcourt as the program eyes a championship-caliber roster entering the Pac...

Gonzaga Bulldogs launch a youth movement after losing a roster packed with upperclassmen. Is Mark Few’s overhaul setting the stage for a new era—or a rebuilding year in Spokane? Andy Patton breaks down the seismic roster turnover as seniors like Graham Ike, Jalen Warley, Adam Miller, and Tyon Grant-Foster depart, and only Braden Huff remains as an upperclassman. Insightful discussion centers on th...

Gonzaga Bulldogs target sharpshooter Mason Williams to fix their outside shooting woes as they prep for a new era in the Pac-12. Can this Seattle native and former Eastern Washington Eagle be the answer Gonzaga needs from beyond the arc? With Williams drawing interest from top programs—including Washington and Boston College—his recovery from a hip injury and proven 37% career 3-point shooting mak...

Gonzaga Bulldogs land 5-star wing Isiah Harwell via the transfer portal—could this reshape Mark Few’s roster for years to come? Host Andy Patton breaks down Harwell’s journey from Pocatello, Idaho, to Houston, and why his defensive prowess and offensive upside make him a game-changer in Spokane.  The discussion covers Harwell’s freshman struggles, recovery from ACL injury, and how his skill set co...

Gonzaga target Gavin Sykes emerges as a top perimeter scorer in the transfer portal—could his lights-out shooting solve the Bulldogs' biggest need next season? Mario Saint-Supery, Braden Huff, Davis Fogle, and four transfer portal additions headline host Andy Patton's potential dream roster, as Patton breaks down realistic recruitment scenarios and depth chart rotations for the Zags. With volume t...

Gonzaga Bulldogs zero in on 7’1” center Massamba Diop, aiming to land their best rim protector since Chet Holmgren. With St. John’s and Rick Pitino as the main competition, will Mark Few’s squad pull ahead in this high-stakes transfer battle? Diop’s elite shot-blocking, physical edge, and efficient scoring could reshape the Bulldogs’ frontcourt, especially alongside Braden Huff. Host Andy Patton b...

Gonzaga Bulldogs chase a second shot at top recruit Nik Khamenia as the transfer portal reshapes their roster. Will Mark Few finally land the McDonald's All-American forward who slipped away to Duke—and how will Khamenia’s stretch-four skills fit in GU's evolving lineup? Host Andy Patton breaks down Khamenia's strengths, including 34% three-point shooting, impactful defense, and standout performan...

Gonzaga Bulldogs target sharpshooter Legend Smiley in the transfer portal as a potential fix for their outside shooting woes—could this be the missing piece for Mark Few’s squad? Steele Venters’ emotional departure sparks questions about roster depth, while Smiley’s Seattle roots and standout freshman stats at San Francisco (42% from three) make him a hot commodity for backcourt reinforcement. Hos...

Gonzaga Bulldogs face major roster shakeup as Emmanuel Innocenti and Braeden Smith enter the transfer portal ahead of their senior seasons. Could these departures be good news for Mark Few’s search for elite defensive talent and more offensive firepower? Andy Patton breaks down Innocenti’s relentless on-ball defense, Smith’s playmaking, and how their roles evolved last season due to injuries and r...

Gonzaga Bulldogs eye Big Ten transfer Zoom Diallo to ignite their offense after Emmanuel Innocenti enters the transfer portal. Can Diallo’s aggressive rim-attacking style and impressive Big Ten scoring—nearly 16 points per game—help fill the Zags’ urgent need for production? Host Andy Patton breaks down Diallo’s recruitment history, his fit alongside Mario Saint-Supery and Davis Fogle, and whether...

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Gonzaga Bulldogs celebrate Mark Few’s Hall of Fame induction as he cements his legacy—transforming the program from near Division I extinction into a national contender. With Few joining legends like Candace Parker, Elena Delle Donne, and Doc Rivers in this year’s Naismith Hall of Fame class, is this recognition a turning point for the Zags’ national reputation? Host Andy Patton breaks down Few's...

Gonzaga Bulldogs surge back into the hunt for No. 1 recruit Tyran Stokes, raising the stakes for the 2026 class. With Stokes transferring to Seattle’s Rainier Beach High School, proximity may play a decisive role—can Mark Few outmaneuver Kansas, Kentucky, and Oregon to land the 6'7 wing phenom? Andy Patton breaks down Gonzaga’s history with five-star recruits like Chet Holmgren, Stokes’ unique ble...

Gonzaga Bulldogs could pull off a major roster coup—will former five-star guard Isiah Harwell finally land in Spokane after a tough freshman year at Houston? Andy Patton examines Gonzaga’s previous recruiting push for Harwell, his limited role and struggles with the Cougars (including recovering from a torn ACL), and why his defensive upside and athleticism might still put him on Mark Few’s radar...

Gonzaga Bulldogs eye San Diego State’s Miles Byrd as a top transfer portal target, seeking to bolster perimeter defense and offset losses from Jalen Warley and Tyon Grant-Foster. Can Mark Few transform Byrd’s streaky three-point shooting into a weapon for next season’s NCAA Tournament push? Host Andy Patton covers Byrd’s defensive prowess, NBA potential, and the growing interest from elite program...