The Gonzaga Bulldogs opened up West Coast Conference (WCC) play with a convincing 86-60 win over the Pepperdine Waves on Saturday night. The Bulldogs, who are currently ranked number one in the nation, showed why they are the top team in the country with their dominant performance.
The Bulldogs started the game off strong, jumping out to a 15-point lead at halftime. They continued to extend their lead in the second half, eventually winning by 26 points. The Bulldogs were led by Corey Kispert, who scored a team-high 20 points. He was supported by Joel Ayayi and Drew Timme, who each scored 14 points.
The Waves were led by Kameron Edwards, who scored a game-high 21 points. He was supported by Colbey Ross, who added 13 points. The Waves were unable to keep up with the Bulldogs’ offensive firepower, as they shot just 37% from the field and 29% from three-point range.
The Bulldogs’ win was a statement to the rest of the WCC that they are the team to beat this season. They have now won eight straight games and are off to a perfect start in conference play. The Bulldogs will look to continue their winning ways when they take on the San Diego Toreros on Thursday night.
Gonzaga’s win over Pepperdine shows why they are the top team in the nation. They have a deep roster of talented players and are capable of dominating any opponent. With their impressive performance against the Waves, the Bulldogs have set the tone for the rest of the WCC and will look to continue their winning ways as they move forward in conference play.
