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Gonzaga Downs Santa Clara 81-69 - Match Report

Gonzaga got 23 points from Drew Timme en route to a 81-69 victory over Santa Clara on Saturday at McCarthey Athletic Center.

Gonzaga won the battle on the scoreboard, but not at the payout window as they failed to cover the -23.0-point spread.

Andrew Nembhard had 21 points for Gonzaga and Rasir Bolton chipped in with 18 points. Andrew Nembhard had 8 assists for them, while Chet Holmgren was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 10 boards.

Santa Clara got a 27-point performance from PJ Pipes, who was supported by 15 points from Jalen Williams. Jalen Williams had 6 assists in a losing cause for Santa Clara, while Jaden Bediako grabbed 10 rebounds.

Gonzaga led at halftime, $HalfScore.

The rebound battle favored Gonzaga as they grabbed 40 boards, while Santa Clara only had 29

Gonzaga looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the San Francisco. Santa Clara will aim to get back on the winning track at Pepperdine.