SPOKANE, Wash. — Early in the first half it seemed No. 1 Gonzaga may be on upset watch, but thanks to a strong second half, the top team in the country remains unbeaten in conference play.
San Francisco led 15-4 in the game's first seven minutes, but the Bulldogs were able to find themselves before halftime and take a 36-33 lead into the break.
Freshman Chet Holmgren had a signature game with a career-high 22 points while shooting 7-for-10 from the field with a pair of three pointers. Holmgren also tallied 9 rebounds and 4 blocks.
Junior Drew Timme joined Holmgren in scoring over 20 points with a team-high 23 point effort. It was largely an off night for the star forward, who shot 9-for-20 from the field, but Timme still able to fill the stat sheet.
Overall, Gonzaga's defense led the way tonight as they held USF to just 36% shooting from the field and only allowed the Dons to make six three-pointers. Jamaree Bouyea led the way for San Francisco, scoring 25 points and adding 8 rebounds.
Up next, the Zags host Loyola Marymount on Thursday, Jan. 27th. The Bulldogs have a bye this Saturday.
