In the WCC Tournament championship, Gonzaga defeated 19th-ranked Saint Mary's 58-51, reversing their two regular-season defeats to the Gaels. With this victory, Gonzaga received an automatic NCAA Tournament bid and extended their record of 25-win seasons to 18 consecutive years. Despite both teams being safely in the NCAA Tournament due to their strong records, Gonzaga's performance marked a significant revenge for losing to Saint Mary's in the previous year's title. The game showcased a defensive battle with terrible three-point shooting, as Gonzaga managed 18 points from Braden Huff to clinch the title.
Gonzaga avenged two regular-season losses to Saint Mary's, beating the 19th-ranked Gaels 58-51 in the WCC Tournament championship, securing an NCAA Tournament bid.
The teams combined to shoot 1 of 31 on 3-pointers, with Saint Mary's going 0 for 16, highlighting the defensive struggle of the game.
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