The marathon starts again with an expected result for the Gonzaga Bulldogs, knocking off the Dixie State Trailblazers with a 97-63 victory. The Zags showcased a brand of defense that could be the calling card for their journey back to the national championship.
1. The defense is legit. Chet Holmgren’s 7 blocks tied a single-game record for the team, but the Zags performed elite defense throughout the game from multiple positions. Anton Watson racked up 5 steals in the game and seemed to be able to rip the ball at will. Dixie State finished shooting 35.4% from the field and with 21 turnovers.