Gonzaga vs. Saint Mary’s: Scouting the Key Players in Tonight’s WCC Showdown
This weekend features a compelling college basketball matchup between No. 9 Gonzaga and Saint Mary’s. Both teams boast impressive records, setting the stage for a thrilling contest. Gonzaga (26-2) has only one loss in West Coast Conference play, while Saint Mary’s (26-4) trails closely with two conference losses. The game tips off at 9:30 p.m. CT from University Credit Pavillion in Moraga, CA, and will be streamed on ESPN.
Gonzaga Bulldogs: Freshmen Leading the Charge
The Gonzaga Bulldogs are relying heavily on a pair of key players: Braden Huff and Mario Saint-Supéry. Both are instrumental in the team’s success, bringing different strengths to the court.
Mario Saint-Supéry: The Sharpshooting Playmaker
The 6-foot-3 freshman guard, Mario Saint-Supéry, is averaging 8.7 points, 3.7 assists, 2.7 rebounds, and 1.4 steals in 22.3 minutes per game. He’s demonstrating impressive shooting efficiency, converting 51% of his shots at the rim, 31% on non-rim twos, and 45% from three-point range. Notably, 51.2% of his made field goals this season have been unassisted, highlighting his ability to create his own shot.
Saint-Supéry also boasts a 23.9 assist percentage and a 3.4 steal percentage, showcasing his all-around impact. He made his debut with the Spanish senior national team in a EuroBasket 2025 qualification fixture against Slovakia and will join the Gonzaga Bulldogs for the 2025-26 season after playing with Unicaja Málaga and BAXI Manresa.
Braden Huff: Dominating the Interior
Braden Huff, a 6-foot-10 big man, is averaging 17.8 points, 5.6 rebounds, 1.5 assists, and 0.9 stocks per game. He excels inside, shooting 78.1% at the rim and 61.8% on non-rim twos. He also has a 12.4 offensive rebound percentage, making him a significant presence on the boards.
Saint Mary’s Gaels: Relying on Sophomore Guard
Saint Mary’s will glance to sophomore guard Mikey Lewis to lead their attack.
Mikey Lewis: A Rising Star
Mikey Lewis is averaging 13.4 points, 2.1 assists, 2.7 rebounds, and 0.9 stocks per game. He shoots 47.5% at the rim, 33.8% on non-rim twos, 36.1% from three, and 87.1% from the free throw line. While his finishing could improve, he remains a key player for the Gaels.
Other Players to Watch
Beyond the key players, Gonzaga fans should keep an eye on 6-foot junior Braeden Smith and 6-foot-7 freshman Davis Fogle. For Saint Mary’s, 7-foot-1 senior Harry Wessels and 6-foot-7 freshman Dillan Shaw are players to monitor.
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