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The 2024-25 college basketball season will be the last season for players who competed during the 2020-21 COVID-affected season to take advantage of an extra year of eligibility. With rare exceptions, NCAA student-athletes have five years to complete four years of eligibility.

Gonzaga Bulldogs News / Gonzaga Bulldogs on SI / August 7, 2024

Dan Dickau: WCC didn’t do Gonzaga any favors with its league schedule

There was a lot to take away from the Gonzaga Bulldogs’ 2024-25 West Coast Conference schedule released earlier this week. Upon glancing at the 18-game slate, one quickly notices there are two new faces to the league — Washington State and Oregon State, both of which joined as affiliate members for the next two seasons.

Los Angeles Clippers News / Gonzaga Bulldogs on SI / June 12, 2024

Dan Dickau reflects on Jerry West’s legacy: ‘He was such a standard-bearer for how to play the game’

NBA legend Jerry West, whose legendary playing career landed him on the league’s logo and his basketball mind led to multiple championships as an executive, died on Wednesday at the age of 86.

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Dan Dickau calls Gonzaga a ‘Final Four-caliber’ team

Mark Few has a lot to look forward to as he heads into his 26th season at the helm of theGonzaga men’s basketball program. As some top programs around the country are building their rosters from scratch, the Bulldogs welcome back seven of their top eight scorers from a team fresh off a Sweet 16 appearance.

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The 25 most notable one-time NBA All-Stars

The all-time list of NBA All-Stars is obviously long, and notably distinguished. However, there are some players — for various reasons — who the casual, or even most-dedicated, NBA fans can't recall having earned All-Star nods.

Los Angeles Clippers News / Gonzaga Bulldogs on SI / June 4, 2024

Dan Dickau wants to see the NCAA Tournament shrink to 64 teams: ‘Take the first four out’

It didn’t take a full half of basketball for the Virginia Cavaliers to confirm what some fans and analysts had already thought — they didn’t look like an NCAA Tournament-caliber team.

Los Angeles Clippers News / Gonzaga Bulldogs on SI / May 29, 2024

‘He was someone who absolutely enjoyed doing what he did’: Dan Dickau shares his favorite Bill Walton memories

From leading the Portland Trail Blazers to the 1977 NBA Championship to impacting millions of basketball fans as a color commentator on TV, Bill Walton left an indelible mark on countless people, including Dan Dickau.

NBA News / Gonzaga Bulldogs on SI / May 29, 2024

What does Tarleton State transfer Emmanuel Innocnenti bring to Gonzaga? Toughness, defensive abilities and more

Tarleton State transfer Emmanuel Innocenti appears check off a lot of boxes. The Italian forward and defensive specialist brings with him to Gonzaga an abundance of versatility, athleticism and length on the perimeter.

College Basketball News / Gonzaga Bulldogs on SI / May 6, 2024

With Khalif Battle on board, what will Gonzaga's starting lineup be next season?

The Gonzaga men's basketball team tacked on more talent and experience over the weekend with the addition of Arkansas graduate transfer Khalif Battle. A 6-foot-5 guard with one year of eligibility remaining, Battle started 13 of 32 games this past season and was second on the Razorbacks in scoring at 14.8 points per game.

NBA News / Gonzaga Bulldogs on SI / April 29, 2024

Dan Dickau breaks down Chet Holmgren’s ‘phenomenal’ NBA playoff debut

Very few rookies have put together a playoff debut quite like Chet Holmgren. The former No. 2 overall pick out of Gonzaga has been a force on both ends of the floor for the Oklahoma City Thunder, who is poised to win their first playoff series since 2016 after going up 3-0 in the best-of-seven series against the New Orleans Pelicans.

NBA News / Gonzaga Bulldogs on SI / March 20, 2024

Final Four predictions: Will Gonzaga make a deep run in 2024 NCAA Tournament?

The most thrilling and unpredictable postseason tournament in sports is back. With this season being one of the most wide open fields ever, there are sure to be plenty of upsets throughout the 2024 NCAA Tournament.

Gonzaga Bulldogs News / Gonzaga Bulldogs on SI / March 18, 2024

Dan Dickau: Gonzaga must execute 'right off the bat' against McNeese State in 2024 NCAA Tournament

The 5-seed Gonzaga Bulldogs can't afford a slow start on offense against 12-seed McNeese State in the first round of the 2024 NCAA Tournament on Thursday.

Gonzaga Bulldogs News / Gonzaga Bulldogs on SI / March 1, 2024

Dan Dickau believes Gonzaga is a lock to make 2024 NCAA Tournament with win at Saint Mary's: 'If they win this, I don’t think there are any questions asked'

A shot at the West Coast Conference regular season title is out of the picture, but the Gonzaga Bulldogs could solidify their at-large hopes of making the 2024 NCAA Tournament with a win at No.

Dan Dickau wants to see more from Gonzaga's Luka Krajnovic: 'I've seen bright spots from him'

The Gonzaga Bulldogs have been humming lately amid a four-game win streak that has seen some of the best offensive numbers from the team this season. Aside from a few tune-ups defensively, things are trending in the right direction heading down the stretch of West Coast Conference play.

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Gonzaga Bulldogs News / Gonzaga Bulldogs on SI / February 12, 2024

Dan Dickau on Gonzaga's NCAA Tournament chances: 'If they win out, they're clearly in'

It's only one game, but the Gonzaga Bulldogs greatly improved their at-large hopes of making the 2024 NCAA Tournament when they went into Rupp Arena and pulled off an 89-85 upset over No.

Dan Dickau on Gonzaga's underdog mentality after Kentucky win: 'They’re not the hunted right now, they're the hunter'

The Gonzaga Bulldogs have rarely been the underdog over the last few seasons, as they've cruised their way to a top seed in the NCAA Tournament during their run of eight consecutive Sweet 16 appearances.

Dan Dickau believes Ben Gregg could 'have a breakout game' vs. Portland Pilots

In the last two matchups against Portland, a Gonzaga Bulldogs player has had a career night. Malachi Smith had 27 points, his most in a Bulldogs uniform, while knocking down seven 3-pointers in 25 minutes off the bench in the Zags' 115-75 blowout victory last season in The Kennel.

Dan Dickau on the Bulldogs heading to Kentucky as underdogs: 'Gonzaga knows its backs are against the wall'

Opportunities for the Gonzaga Bulldogs to improve their postseason resume are dwindling, making Saturday's game at No. 17 Kentucky that much more important.

Dan Dickau on LMU's Dominick Harris facing Gonzaga for the first time: 'You know he's got something to prove'

The Gonzaga Bulldogs welcome Loyola Marymount on Tuesday, as Dominick Harris makes his return to the McCarthey Athletic Center after spending the last three seasons in Spokane.

Gonzaga Bulldogs News / Gonzaga Bulldogs on SI / January 26, 2024

Dan Dickau thinks Gonzaga can exploit size advantage in matchup with Pacific

The Gonzaga Bulldogs are back on the road Saturday when they travel to Stockton, California, for a game against Pacific. Gonzaga will look to build off its big home win over San Francisco on Thursday, as Graham Ike's 22 points led the way in the 77-72 victory at a rowdy McCarthey Athletic Center.