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Gonzaga Bulldogs vs. North Alabama Lions Game Preview: Will Turnovers be an issue? Dec 28, 2021

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Host Andy Patton previews the Gonzaga Bulldogs' Tuesday opponent, North Alabama, touching on their ability to force turnovers on defense and how that could impact the Zags in Segment one.

Then, in the second segment, Andy discusses the five things he'll be watching for on Tuesday, including Hunter Sallis' role, Gonzaga's three point shooting, the young big men in Ben Gregg and Kaden Perry, and potentially some added minutes for Martynas Arlauskas.

And finally, Patton discusses the COVID pause for the women's basketball program, which will impact Courtney Vandersloot's jersey retirement ceremony, as well as a few Zags in the NBA who have performed well lately, including Kevin Pangos, Joel Ayayi, Corey Kispert, and Killian Tillie.

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Mailbag Monday: Is Hunter Sallis' three point shooting a concern? Dec 27, 2021

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Host Andy Patton answers listener submitted questions all episode long for Mailbag Monday as the Gonzaga Bulldogs are set to take on North Alabama in their final non-conference game before getting into WCC play. Topics include:

Should we be concerned about Hunter Sallis' three point shooting?
Will three Zags shoot over 40% from three?
Which five Gonzaga stars I would add to this year's roster
Will any Mark Few era Zags make the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame?
Which teams would I add to this schedule if Gonzaga adds a Covid game?

All this and more!

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Gonzaga Bulldogs Christmas Wish List: Chet Holmgren and the NBA Draft Dec 24, 2021

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Host Andy Patton discusses a ton of Gonzaga Bulldog related topics in AndyLocks, a weekly episode grading listener submitted hot takes - are they too hot, too cold, or just right? This week we discuss:

Will Rasir Bolton win WCC Newcomer of the Year?
Will Anton Watson win WCC 6th man of the year?
Is Ben Gregg the next Killian Tillie? Is Kaden Perry the next Brandon Clarke?
Can the WCC put more teams in the NCAA Tournament than the Pac-12? Or the ACC?

Then, Patton discusses his three Christmas wishes for the Zags, including:

Chet Holmgren being the No. 1 overall pick
A four-bid WCC in March Madness
Anthony Black committing to Gonzaga in the Class of 2022

And more!

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Gonzaga's Anton Watson is a future NBA Starter Dec 22, 2021

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Host Andy Patton discusses the Omicron variant and how forfeits, asymptomatic testing, and vaccines are impacting college basketball, the Gonzaga Bulldogs, and even the NFL/NBA/NHL.

Then, in the second segment, Patton dives deep on forward Anton Watson, who has been incredible in his last four games. Is he still on the right track to be a three-and-D wing in the NBA? Could he pursue the 2022 NBA Draft?

Finally, Andy discusses the WCC in rapid fire in segment three, with updates on USF, Saint Mary's, and BYU ahead of the start of conference play.

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Chet Holmgren breaks out on offense in Gonzaga's rout of Northern Arizona Dec 21, 2021

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Host Andy Patton celebrates the Gonzaga Bulldogs commanding victory over Northern Arizona at The Kennel on Thursday evening, behind 20 points and 9 rebounds from Chet Holmgren, 14 points from Drew Timme, and another excellent all-around performance from Anton Watson.

Then, in the second segment, Andy discusses the young players on the Zags roster - Nolan Hickman, Hunter Sallis, Ben Gregg, and Kaden Perry - and how games like this help them grow as players ahead of next season.

And finally, Patton discusses the news that Mark Few will be an assistant coach for Team USA ahead of the 2024 Olympics in Paris. Alongside Steve Kerr, Monty Williams, and Erik Spoelstra, Few will have a chance to prove his coaching chops with some of the best players in the world.

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Mailbag Monday: After Gonzaga win over Texas Tech, is Andrew Nembhard fixed? Dec 20, 2021

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Host Andy Patton answers listener submitted questions all episode long for Mailbag Monday after the Gonzaga Bulldogs defeated the Texas Tech Red Raiders on Saturday. Topics include:

Will the Zags continue to shoot 30+ threes per game?
Is Andrew Nembhard fixed? Is he a great shooter now? Is he still streaky?
Does Chet Holmgren "fit" in Gonzaga's offense?
Grading Gonzaga's offense and defense so far
Biggest surprise and biggest disappointment so far this season
My most underrated Zag of all-time

All this and more!

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Previewing Gonzaga vs. Texas Tech with Kevin Sweeney of Sports Illustrated Dec 17, 2021

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Host Andy Patton is joined on today's episode by Kevin Sweeney, co-host of the CBB_Central podcast and writer at Sports Illustrated. Patton and Sweeney preview the Gonzaga Bulldogs vs. Texas Tech Red Raiders game on Saturday.

A look at Terrence Shannon and Texas Tech's big, physical guards
Can the Red Raiders execute the "no middle" defense better than Chris Beard and Texas did earlier this year?
The blueprint is out, will the Zags make adjustments on offense or defense after a long layover?
Discussion about the WCC and whether USF will earn a bid in March Madness

And more!

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Gonzaga vs. Texas Tech: Is Rasir Bolton the X-Factor? Dec 16, 2021

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Gonzaga vs. Texas Tech: Who wins, who loses, and what's the halftime score?
Will the Zags regain the No. 1 ranking in the AP Poll?
Arizona or Gonzaga - who gets the No. 1 seed in the West Bracket?
Rasir Bolton: X-Factor against the Red Raiders?
Will Andrew Nembhard play 30 minutes per game - or is Nolan Hickman cutting into his minutes?
Can Chet Holmgren average six blocks per game?
Will USF make the NCAA Tournament, or is the WCC only a two (or one?) bid league?

And more!

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A deep exploration into the possibility of a four-bid WCC in the NCAA Tournament Dec 15, 2021

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Host Andy Patton looks at the West Coast Conference's top three non-Gonzaga teams - the BYU Cougars, Saint Mary's Gaels, and USF Dons - and determines their chances of going dancing in the NCAA tournament for March Madness, and how big of a threat each of them are to the Zags with conference play starting in a few weeks.

Using NET Ratings, KenPom, and good old fashioned video analysis, Patton crafts a strong argument for all four teams to make the NCAA tournament - check it out!

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Where are they now? A primer on Gonzaga alumni playing all over the world Dec 14, 2021

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Host Andy Patton takes a look at how former Gonzaga Bulldogs are performing in European and Asian basketball leagues in a new "where are they now?" style segment. So let's remember some guys, including:

Future NBA forward Filip Petrusev
Kyle Wiltjer's excellence in Spain
Nigel Williams-Goss' path
Admon Gilder's first EuroLeague season
Dominance from Ira Brown at age 39

And many, many more!

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