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Gonzaga Bulldogs vs Santa Clara Broncos Wrap - Gonzaga Wins 81-76
Gonzaga earned a 81-76 victory over Santa Clara on Saturday, getting 20 points from Nolan Hickman at Leavey Center.
Gonzaga did not, however, defeat Santa Clara against the spread, which closed at -8.0 at most sportsbooks.
Drew Timme had 20 points for Gonzaga and Julian Strawther chipped in with 18 points. Julian Strawther had 4 assists for them, while Ben Gregg was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 8 boards.
Santa Clara got 22 points from Keshawn Justice in a losing cause and another 17 points from Brandin Podziemski. Brandin Podziemski contributed 5 assists for them, while Parker Braun had 11 rebounds.
Gonzaga trailed at halftime, $HalfScore.
Santa Clara won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 38-35.
Gonzaga looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the BYU. Santa Clara will aim to get back on the winning track at Pacific.