Locked On Zags - Daily Podcast On Gonzaga Bulldogs Basketball

Seattle U brings elite defense and a familiar face to Spokane—can the Gonzaga Bulldogs overcome Jun Seok Yeo’s revenge game and the shot-blocking prowess of Will Heimbrodt? Andy Patton previews this WCC showdown, analyzing Graham Ike’s response after a heated clash with San Diego, the key matchup advantages for Tyon Grant-Foster, and Gonzaga’s recent hot streak from three-point range. With Seattle...

Gonzaga Bulldogs escape with a narrow 99–93 win over San Diego Toreros, but Jalen Warley and Tyon Grant-Foster shine in an otherwise messy showdown. Will Mark Few's squad find its edge before tougher WCC matchups or are deeper issues emerging for Gonzaga’s tournament hopes? Andy Patton breaks down Warley’s career-best performance, the bench’s crucial scoring, and the team’s red-hot three-point sho...

Gonzaga Bulldogs aim for their 20th straight win against San Diego as a heated point guard battle between Braeden Smith and Mario Saint-Supery grabs headlines. Can the Zags' powerhouse frontcourt exploit San Diego's rebounding struggles and maintain their dominant streak in their likely final visit to Jenny Craig Pavilion? Andy Patton spotlights Steve Lavin’s transfer-heavy Toreros, the impact of...

Gonzaga Bulldogs extend their dominance with a 50th straight victory over Pepperdine, powered by Braeden Smith’s electrifying performance. Can Mark Few’s squad continue their historic winning streak as conference play heats up? Andy Patton analyzes Gonzaga’s commanding 96-56 win, spotlighting Smith’s seamless transition back to the starting lineup, fierce interior defense, and major contributions...

Gonzaga Bulldogs begin their final WCC season with a high-stakes clash against the Pepperdine Waves in Malibu, defending an extraordinary 49-game winning streak. Can Braden Huff extend his 20-point streak and establish dominance alongside Graham Ike? Former Zag Pavle Stosic returns in Pepperdine colors, adding intrigue to the matchup, while Styles Phipps and Javon Cooley aim to challenge Gonzaga's...

Gonzaga Bulldogs roar through a historic non-conference slate with dominant wins over top programs—could this be Mark Few’s most impressive squad yet? Braden Huff ignites the offense with a five-game 20+ point streak, while Tyon Grant Foster and Jalen Warley anchor a deep nine-player rotation that’s crushing opponents on the boards and in transition. Andy Patton analyzes the Bulldogs’ national per...

Gonzaga Bulldogs face growing fan pressure as freshman Davis Fogle dazzles in limited minutes—should Mark Few make a lineup shakeup? Questions swirl as supporters call for more playing time, but host Andy Patton clarifies why Fogle’s current role fits Gonzaga’s loaded roster and what the future holds for this elite scorer entering PAC-12 play. Andy Patton also airs grievances about Tyon Grant Fost...

Gonzaga Bulldogs close non-conference play with a statement win over Oregon as Braeden Smith explodes for a season-high 21 points, showcasing the Zags’ elite depth and Final Four potential. Can Mark Few’s squad maintain this momentum as WCC action looms? Andy Patton highlights the pivotal performances of Braeden Smith and Braden Huff, breaks down Graham Ike’s struggles against Oregon’s Nate Bittle...

Gonzaga Bulldogs gear up for a pivotal non-conference clash against the Oregon Ducks, but can Mark Few’s squad maintain momentum and stifle Dana Altman’s turnover-prone team? Jackson Shelstad leads Oregon’s charge, while Nate Bittle’s versatile play poses challenges for Gonzaga’s defense. Will Graham Ike, Braden Huff, and the surging Zags backcourt—with Mario Saint-Supery and Steele Venters—keep G...

Gonzaga Bulldogs survive a surprisingly tense clash with the Campbell Camels as Braden Huff goes off for a record-setting 37 points. Can Huff sustain this dominance as the Zags eye tougher competition ahead? Andy Patton dissects Gonzaga’s 28-point win, spotlighting Huff’s historic efficiency, impactful nights from Steele Venters and Braeden Smith, and the Zags’ uncharacteristic 15 turnovers that l...

Gonzaga Bulldogs eye another blowout as the 'Davis Fogle Show' returns for GU's final home game of 2025 against the Campbell Camels. Can Tyon Grant-Foster bounce back from his recent struggles and restore his early season magic? Andy Patton spotlights Gonzaga’s dominance in buy games, key matchups to watch, and how the Bulldogs' turnover-generating defense could spark more highlight-reel moments....

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 o...

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 Braede...

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...

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 la...

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, I...

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...

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 s...

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...

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 an...

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 ag...

Gonzaga Bulldogs claim the No. 5 spot in the first NET rankings despite a tough loss to Michigan—can Mark Few’s squad overcome shaky early-season resumes and climb higher? Andy Patton breaks down the men’s basketball team’s AP Poll boost, the strength of upcoming matchups against Kentucky and UCLA, and the WCC’s surprising depth led by St. Mary’s and Santa Clara. The discussion highlights key stat...

Gonzaga Bulldogs target Princeton standout Caden Pierce in a high-stakes transfer portal battle, aiming to reunite him with former high school teammate Braden Huff for the 2026-27 season. Could this dynamic duo catapult the Zags to new heights in their first year in the PAC-12? Fierce competition awaits, with Duke, UConn, Louisville, and Purdue also in pursuit. Andy Patton analyzes Pierce’s fit, r...

Gonzaga Bulldogs face a reality check after a blowout loss to Michigan, putting their Final Four hopes in question. Can Mark Few and his squad bounce back and shore up their weaknesses before the NCAA Tournament? Andy Patton breaks down Gonzaga’s rocky outing, focusing on persistent issues like three-point shooting, offensive diversity, and rim protection—critical areas for championship contention...

Gonzaga Bulldogs suffer a staggering 40-point blowout to the Michigan Wolverines in the Players Era Festival Championship, raising big questions about the Zags’ resilience and title aspirations. Can Gonzaga bounce back after their worst loss in the Mark Few era, or does this setback reveal deeper problems with outside shooting and depth? Andy Patton breaks down Gonzaga’s offensive struggles, highl...