Locked On Zags - Daily Podcast On Gonzaga Bulldogs Basketball

Gonzaga Bulldogs dominate Maryland with a scorching 39-point victory to secure a spot in the Players Era Festival Championship. Will Mark Few’s squad maintain their momentum against Michigan’s formidable frontcourt? Emmanuel Innocenti's breakout 15-point performance, Steele Venters’ hot shooting, and Braden Huff’s 20-point efficiency highlight the Zags’ remarkable depth and versatility. Gonzaga’s...

Gonzaga Bulldogs overpower Alabama Crimson Tide with Tyon Grant-Foster and Graham Ike leading the charge—could this victory foreshadow a deep NCAA Tournament run? Andy Patton breaks down Gonzaga’s impressive 10-point win at the Players Era Festival, spotlighting Grant Foster’s infectious energy, dominant rebounding, and critical defensive plays. Key topics include the Bulldogs’ physical post prese...

Gonzaga Bulldogs gear up for a high-octane battle against the Alabama Crimson Tide, with defense and depth emerging as their ultimate strengths. Can Mark Few’s team outpace Nate Oats’ lightning-fast Alabama squad and control the tempo in Las Vegas? Andy Patton breaks down key insights including Graham Ike’s dominance in the paint, Alabama’s relentless perimeter shooting led by Labaron Philon and A...

The Gonzaga Bulldogs face their toughest test of the season at the Players ERA Festival in Las Vegas, where $1 million in NIL money awaits the champion. Can the Zags handle elite backcourts from Alabama and Maryland over three grueling days? Andy Patton breaks down the tournament's unique format, analyzes Alabama's explosive guard duo of LaBaron Philon and Aden Holloway, and examines Maryland's fr...

Graham Ike's All-American candidacy hinges on the Gonzaga Bulldogs' team success this season. Can the Gonzaga basketball frontcourt propel the Zags back to elite status? Andy Patton breaks down Graham Ike's impressive early-season performance, analyzing his statistical dominance and comparing his numbers to previous All-Americans. The discussion covers the evolving partnership between Ike and Brad...

Freshman Davis Fogle has scored 30 points in just 31 minutes for the Gonzaga Bulldogs, yet remains outside the rotation. Is his isolation scoring style compatible with Mark Few's system, or will he follow a similar path to Drew Timme's NBA struggles? Andy Patton examines why Fogle's impressive efficiency against Southern Utah and Texas Southern hasn't translated to competitive minutes, comparing h...

Gonzaga Bulldogs demolish Southern Utah 122-50 in a historic 72-point victory. Can the Zags crack the top 10 with their elite resume? Andy Patton breaks down Gonzaga's offensive explosion led by Braden Huff's 22 points and Mario Saint-Supery's complete starting debut with 16 points, 7 assists, and 6 steals. The discussion covers the Zags' relentless defensive pressure that forced 23 turnovers, the...

Gonzaga Bulldogs face Southern Utah on Monday, one of the nation's worst three-point defenses. Can the Zags finally break out of their shooting slump? Host Andy Patton breaks down Southern Utah's defensive vulnerabilities, particularly their alarming 50% three-point shooting allowed to opponents. The discussion covers Gonzaga's struggling 30.4% three-point percentage, which players need extended m...

Gonzaga Bulldogs men's basketball secure a gritty 77-65 road victory over Arizona State, but concerning three-point shooting threatens championship aspirations. Can the Zags fix their perimeter game before it derails their title hopes? Andy Patton breaks down Graham Ike's dominant 20-point performance and Tyon Grant-Foster's first double-double in a Gonzaga uniform, while addressing the team's ala...

Gonzaga Bulldogs hit the road for their first true away test against Arizona State, featuring former Pepperdine star Moe Odum and ex-ASU player Adam Miller. Can the Zags handle the hostile environment in Tempe? Host Andy Patton breaks down Arizona State's completely revamped roster, highlighting Odum's dangerous playmaking ability and Marcus Adams Jr.'s unusual recruitment journey through multiple...

Gonzaga Bulldogs stun #23 Creighton with Graham Ike's historic 2,000-point milestone. Is a top-10 ranking finally within reach? Andy Patton breaks down the Zags' dominant 27-point victory, highlighting Ike's career-high four three-pointers, Jalen Warley's defensive masterclass, and the devastating 19-0 second-half run that left Greg McDermott calling it "a nightmare." The discussion covers why Gon...

Gonzaga Bulldogs face Creighton Bluejays in a critical early-season test that exposes major defensive rebounding vulnerabilities. Can the Zags exploit Creighton's weakness on the glass after the Blue Jays surrendered 21 offensive rebounds to South Dakota? Andy Patton breaks down Creighton's post-Ryan Kalkbrenner identity crisis, Owen Freeman's limited minutes due to conditioning concerns, and five...

Gonzaga Bulldogs dominate Oklahoma 83-68 with suffocating defense and overwhelming interior presence. Can this defensive identity carry the Zags through their toughest tests? Andy Patton breaks down Gonzaga's statement victory at the Spokane Arena, highlighting the Bulldogs' 58-20 advantage in points in the paint and their ability to hold Oklahoma to just five team assists. The analysis covers Tyo...

Gonzaga Bulldogs face Oklahoma Sooners in a crucial early-season test featuring elite backcourt matchups and frontcourt advantages. Can the Zags exploit Oklahoma's thin big man rotation while containing one of the SEC's best guard duos? Andy Patton breaks down five keys to victory for the Zags, including perimeter defense against knockdown three-point shooters Nigel Pack and Xzayvier Brown, exploi...

Steele Venters overcame 1,000 days away from basketball and devastating back-to-back injuries to finally suit up for the Gonzaga Bulldogs. Can the elite sharpshooter from Eastern Washington become the floor-spacing weapon the Zags desperately need? Andy Patton breaks down Venters' remarkable journey from zero-star recruit to Big Sky Player of the Year, his torn ACL and Achilles injuries that cost...

Jalen Warley is not your typical Gonzaga Bulldogs power forward, and that's exactly why Mark Few brought the Florida State transfer to Spokane. The former four-star guard is masquerading as a big man, bringing unprecedented defensive versatility and playmaking ability to the Zags' frontcourt. Host Andy Patton breaks down Warley's three-year career at Florida State, the NIL lawsuit that sparked his...

Mark Few and the Gonzaga Bulldogs began the 2025-26 season with a commanding 98-43 win against the Tigers of Texas Southern, led by Tyon Grant-Foster's 15 points as a surprise member of the starting lineup!  Andy Patton breaks down Gonzaga's dominance on the glass and elite defense and transition offense, led by Graham Ike, Braden Huff, and Jalen Warley.  We also discuss Parker Jefferson planning...

Gonzaga Bulldogs basketball returns Monday night as the Zags face Texas Southern in their season opener at McCarthey Athletic Center. Can Mark Few extend his remarkable 20+ game winning streak to start seasons? Andy Patton breaks down the matchup against the undersized Tigers, examining five critical storylines including starting lineup decisions between Emmanuel Innocenti and Adam Miller, Tyon Gr...

Braden Huff could outscore Graham Ike this season despite Ike's preseason All-American honors and national recognition. Is the Gonzaga Bulldogs' roster depth about to reshape Mark Few's rotation strategy in ways never seen before? Host Andy Patton presents three bold predictions for the Zags' 2025-26 season, analyzing why matchup advantages favor Huff's scoring potential, why unprecedented roster...

Emmanuel Innocenti emerges as Gonzaga Bulldogs' defensive anchor with WCC Defensive Player of the Year potential. Can the Italian wing's lockdown defense propel the Zags to championship contention? Andy Patton analyzes Innocenti's remarkable transformation from bench player to rotation staple, examining his elite on-ball defense and turnover avoidance that earned Mark Few's unprompted praise. The...

Dooney Johnson became the fourth recruit to commit to Mark Few and the Gonzaga Bulldogs in the month of October, and the team's first commitment in the 2027 class! Johnson was on campus for an official visit for Gonzaga's exhibition win over Western Oregon on Monday, and said the team's support of Tyon Grant-Foster played a big role in his decision to come to Spokane. Johnson is a 6'5 guard from M...

TYON GRANT-FOSTER wins five-month NCAA eligibility battle, suits up for Gonzaga Bulldogs basketball just hours after courthouse victory. Can the former WAC Player of the Year become the Zags' go-to scorer? Andy Patton breaks down Grant-Foster's remarkable journey from cardiac arrest survivor to Grand Canyon star, analyzing his legal fight that ended with a preliminary injunction days before the se...

Gonzaga guard Tyon Grant-Foster had his request for preliminary injunction granted on Monday, making the 6'7 wing immediately eligible for Mark Few's team!  We break down what it means for the Zags, and what went down in Spokane County court, plus a recap of Gonzaga's exhibition game against Western Oregon on Monday night and discussion on Dooney Johnson, a 2027 recruit who is on an official visit...

GONZAGA BULLDOGS face crucial eligibility battle as exhibition game looms. Will Tyon Grant-Foster suit up against Western Oregon? Mark Few's squad awaits a pivotal court decision that could reshape their roster. The Zags prepare for Western Oregon, eyeing Mario Saint-Supery's development and Davis Fogle's continued impact. Meanwhile, sharpshooter Luca Foster commits to Gonzaga's 2026 class, potent...

Brian Michaelson, Graham Ike, and Braden Huff join Locked On Zags from WCC Media Day in Las Vegas! Discussion includes Tyon Grant-Foster's fight with the NCAA, Steele Venters and his return to health, the development of Ismaila Diagne, Davis Fogle, and Mario Saint-Supery, and what Braeden Smith brings at point guard. We also talk with WCC commissioner Stu Jackson who discusses his feelings about G...