Saint Mary’s (19-3) at Gonzaga (21-1)
When: Saturday, January 31st 2026
Where: McCarthey Athletic Center,
Spokane, WA
Time: 10:30 ET | TV: ESPN
Opening Odds: Gonzaga -10/149
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SAINT MARY’S VS GONZAGA RECENT MEETINGS
Prediction
The best of the WCC meet for the first of at least two meetings this season and this will be the last as we know it. Gonzaga moves into the Pac-12 next year, ending one of the best rivalries in college basketball over the last couple of decades. The Zags dominated this series for years, but the Gaels have put up a fight recently. Saint Mary’s won both regular season meetings a year a go and have won two in a row in Spokane.
I expect this to be a close contest. Top rebounder Graham Ike is expected to play for Gonzaga, but he’s unlikely to be 100%. The Zags have failed to cover three straight home games and four of their last five at McCarthey. St. Mary’s plays a slow enough pace and strong defense that they should be able to keep it close. I just hope they can get enough offense.
Pick: Saint Mary’s +9.5
