The Big 12 Conference has been one of the most competitive conferences in college basketball for years. Recently, there has been speculation that Gonzaga could be a potential target for the conference in terms of realignment talks. With the Bulldogs being one of the top teams in the country, it’s no surprise that Big 12 coaches are discussing the possibility of adding them to the conference.
Gonzaga has been a powerhouse in college basketball for the past two decades. The Bulldogs have won the West Coast Conference (WCC) regular season title in 18 of the last 20 seasons and have made 18 consecutive NCAA Tournament appearances. They have also made four Final Four appearances in the last decade, including a trip to the national championship game in 2017.
The Big 12 is no stranger to realignment talks, as they have added TCU and West Virginia in recent years. Adding Gonzaga to the conference would give the Big 12 a much-needed boost in terms of national exposure and competitiveness. It would also give the conference a team that could compete for a national championship on a yearly basis.
Big 12 coaches have been vocal about their interest in Gonzaga. Kansas head coach Bill Self said, “Gonzaga is a great program and would be a great addition to our conference. They have been consistently successful and have proven they can compete at the highest level.” Oklahoma State head coach Mike Boynton echoed Self’s sentiments, saying, “Gonzaga would be a great addition to our conference. They have a great tradition of success and would bring a lot of excitement to our league.”
While it remains to be seen if Gonzaga will join the Big 12, it’s clear that the conference is interested in adding them to their ranks. With the Bulldogs being one of the top teams in college basketball, it’s no surprise that Big 12 coaches are discussing their potential involvement in realignment talks.
