The Gonzaga Bulldogs men’s basketball team made history on Tuesday night, defeating the UCLA Bruins in the Sweet 16 matchup. The Bulldogs, who are the number one seed in the West Region, have been a powerhouse in college basketball for years, but this win was especially sweet.
The Bulldogs dominated the game from start to finish, leading by as many as 18 points in the first half. They were led by star forward Drew Timme, who scored 22 points and grabbed nine rebounds. Timme was a force all night, making big shots and playing tough defense. He was supported by guard Jalen Suggs, who had 18 points and four assists, and Corey Kispert, who had 17 points and four rebounds.
The Bruins put up a good fight, but they were no match for the Bulldogs. They were led by guard Johnny Juzang, who scored 18 points and grabbed five rebounds. Juzang was the only player to score in double-digits for the Bruins, as the rest of the team struggled to keep up with the Bulldogs’ pace.
The Bulldogs’ win was a historic one, as they are now the first team from the West Coast Conference to make it to the Elite Eight since San Francisco did it in 1957. The Bulldogs have been a powerhouse in college basketball for years, and this win is a testament to their hard work and dedication.
This win was especially sweet for Gonzaga head coach Mark Few, who has been with the team since 1999. Few has been instrumental in building the Bulldogs into a national powerhouse, and this win is a testament to his leadership and vision.
The Bulldogs will now face USC in the Elite Eight on Saturday night. The Trojans are a formidable opponent, but if the Bulldogs can continue to play at this level, they have a good chance of making it to the Final Four. It will be an exciting game, and one that Gonzaga fans will not want to miss.
