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Gonzaga Downs Loyola Marymount 96-68 - Match Report
The battle between Gonzaga and Loyola Marymount didn’t turn out to be much of a battle at all as Loyola Marymount was handed a 96-68 defeat on Saturday at Gersten Pavilion.
Bettors who backed Gonzaga were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -15.0 at sportsbooks.
Gonzaga got 27 points from Graham Ike and another 26 points from Khalif Battle. Ryan Nembhard contributed 11 assists, while Graham Ike cleaned the glass with 9 rebounds.
Loyola Marymount got 18 points from Will Johnston in a losing cause and another 17 points from Jevon Porter. Jan Vide contributed 3 assists for them, while Jevon Porter had 8 rebounds.
Gonzaga led at halftime, 46-29.
Gonzaga had a 37-27 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Gonzaga heads into a battle against San Diego. Loyola Marymount, meanwhile, will have their next action against St. Mary's.