Gonzaga Defeats Kennesaw State 73-64 in NCAAB Clash
Thursday, March 19, 2026, 10:24 PM ET · Moda Center
Gonzaga Bulldogs 73, Kennesaw State Owls 64, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Kennesaw State Owls vs Gonzaga Bulldogs?
Gonzaga Bulldogs beat Kennesaw State Owls 73-64 at Moda Center on March 19, 2026.
Who was favored in Kennesaw State Owls vs Gonzaga Bulldogs?
Gonzaga Bulldogs were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -3200 (about 97% implied). The favorite won.
In an engaging matchup at the Moda Center, the Gonzaga Bulldogs secured a 73-64 victory over the Kennesaw State Owls. This game was notable as it showcased Gonzaga's strong home record of 31-3 against Kennesaw State's 21-14, highlighting the Bulldogs' dominance in their home venue. Gonzaga has been in solid form, winning eight of their last ten games, currently riding a two-game winning streak. They averaged 78.1 points scored while allowing 65.0 points during this stretch, demonstrating their offensive prowess and defensive capabilities.
The Bulldogs' recent performances included victories over the Santa Clara Broncos and the Oregon State Beavers, with scores of 79-68 and 65-56, respectively. Their home record in the last ten games stands at 5-0, indicating their strength at home. In contrast, Kennesaw State has also shown resilience, winning seven of their last ten games and currently on a three-game winning streak. They averaged 78.5 points scored and allowed 74.9 points during this period, reflecting a more offense-heavy approach.
Kennesaw State's recent victories included a 71-60 win over Louisiana Tech and a high-scoring 96-87 triumph against Western Kentucky. Their away record in the last ten games is 4-2, showcasing their ability to compete even outside their home arena. The matchup was particularly interesting given the contrasting styles and recent forms of both teams.
In terms of previous meetings, this was a significant clash, but the block does not provide specific historical context regarding past encounters between Gonzaga and Kennesaw State. However, the current form of both teams suggested an intriguing battle.
Injuries were not mentioned in the block, indicating that both teams likely fielded their strongest lineups for this contest. This absence of injury concerns may have contributed to the competitive nature of the game.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, favored Gonzaga heavily, with a spread of -20.5 and a moneyline of -3200. Kennesaw State's moneyline was set at 1400, reflecting the odds against them. The total for the game was set at 152.5, indicating expectations for a moderately high-scoring affair.
Conditions during the game appeared favorable for basketball, as there were no adverse weather conditions affecting play. Viewers were treated to a matchup that highlighted Gonzaga's ability to maintain control and Kennesaw State's determination to keep the game competitive.
As the game progressed, Gonzaga maintained a lead, with key scoring plays including a driving layup from Jalen Warley and free throws from Davis Fogle that helped secure the win. The final moments saw Kennesaw State attempting to close the gap, but Gonzaga's lead proved insurmountable.
In conclusion, Gonzaga's victory over Kennesaw State not only showcased their strength at home but also highlighted the competitive spirit of both teams in this NCAAB matchup.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | GONZ -20.5 | 152.5 o -108 / u -112 | Kennesaw State Owls +1400 · Gonzaga Bulldogs -3200 |
Leaders
- PointsGraham Ike19Gonzaga Bulldogs
- AssistsMario Saint-Supery8Gonzaga Bulldogs
- ReboundsJalen Warley12Gonzaga Bulldogs
- PointsAmir Taylor15Kennesaw State Owls
- AssistsRJ Johnson4Kennesaw State Owls
- ReboundsFrankquon Sherman10Kennesaw State Owls
Recent form
Gonzaga Bulldogs
Last 10: 8-2Streak W278.1 scored · 65 allowed per game5-0 at home
- W79-68vs Santa Clara BroncosMar 11
- W65-56vs Oregon State BeaversMar 10
- L59-70at Saint Mary's GaelsMar 1
- W89-48vs Portland PilotsFeb 26
- W71-62vs Pacific TigersFeb 22
- W80-59at San Francisco DonsFeb 19
- W94-86at Santa Clara BroncosFeb 15
- W83-53vs Washington State CougarsFeb 11
- W81-61at Oregon State BeaversFeb 7
- L80-87at Portland PilotsFeb 5
Kennesaw State Owls
Last 10: 7-3Streak W378.5 scored · 74.9 allowed per game4-2 away
- W71-60at Louisiana Tech BulldogsMar 15
- W79-73at Sam Houston BearkatsMar 13
- W96-87at Western Kentucky HilltoppersMar 13
- L76-79at New Mexico State AggiesMar 7
- L71-78at UTEP MinersMar 6
- W90-82vs Delaware Blue HensFeb 28
- W74-65vs Liberty FlamesFeb 27
- W58-55vs Louisiana Tech BulldogsFeb 21
- W91-87at Missouri State BearsFeb 19
- L79-83vs Sam Houston BearkatsFeb 14
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liberty | 26-8 | - | 17-3 |
| Sam Houston | 22-12 | 4 | 13-7 |
| Louisiana Tech | 20-14 | 6 | 11-9 |
| Western Kentucky | 18-14 | 6 | 11-9 |
| Middle Tennessee | 17-15 | 6 | 11-9 |
| Kennesaw State | 21-14 | 7 | 10-10 |
| Jacksonville State | 15-17 | 7 | 10-10 |
| New Mexico State | 16-16 | 9 | 8-12 |
| Missouri State | 16-18 | 9 | 8-12 |
| Florida International | 15-17 | 9 | 8-12 |
| UTEP | 11-20 | 8 | 7-13 |
| Delaware | 10-21 | 11 | 6-14 |
Box score
| Stat | Kennesaw State Owls | Gonzaga Bulldogs |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 21-58 | 25-63 |
| Field goal % | 36 | 40 |
| Three-pointers | 3-17 | 3-18 |
| Three-point % | 18 | 17 |
| Free throws | 19-26 | 20-23 |
| Free throw % | 73 | 87 |
| Rebounds | 34 | 45 |
| Offensive rebounds | 11 | 16 |
| Defensive rebounds | 23 | 29 |
| Assists | 7 | 17 |
| Steals | 9 | 7 |
| Blocks | 4 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 11 | 10 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 1 |
| Points off turnovers | 9 | 8 |
| Fast-break points | 2 | 12 |
| Points in the paint | 32 | 36 |
| Fouls | 18 | 19 |
| Largest lead | 7 | 14 |
| Lead changes | 6 | 6 |
| Time in front | 36 | 60 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half35-42Braedan Lue makes driving layup
- 2nd Half36-42RJ Johnson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half38-42Kaden Rickard makes driving layup
- 2nd Half38-43Tyon Grant-Foster makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half39-43RJ Johnson makes free throw 1 of 3
- 2nd Half40-43RJ Johnson makes free throw 3 of 3
- 2nd Half42-43Frankquon Sherman makes layup (RJ Johnson assists)
- 2nd Half42-46Emmanuel Innocenti makes 25-foot three point jumper (Mario Saint-Supery assists)
- 2nd Half42-48Tyon Grant-Foster makes 0-foot dunk
- 2nd Half42-50Davis Fogle makes 1-foot alley oop dunk (Jalen Warley assists)
- 2nd Half44-50Braedan Lue makes 15-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half44-53Mario Saint-Supery makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jalen Warley assists)
- 2nd Half44-55Davis Fogle makes 12-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half46-55Amir Taylor makes layup (Braedan Lue assists)
- 2nd Half46-57Davis Fogle makes 1-foot dunk (Mario Saint-Supery assists)
- 2nd Half46-58Jalen Warley makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half46-59Jalen Warley makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half46-60Graham Ike makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half48-60RJ Johnson makes 11-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half50-60Amir Taylor makes driving layup
- 2nd Half50-61Graham Ike makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-62Graham Ike makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half52-62Amir Taylor makes layup (Trey Simpson assists)
- 2nd Half53-62Amir Taylor makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half53-63Davis Fogle makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half53-65Jalen Warley makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half56-65Frankquon Sherman makes 24-foot three point jumper (Amir Taylor assists)
- 2nd Half56-67Davis Fogle makes 1-foot alley oop dunk (Jalen Warley assists)
- 2nd Half57-67Kaden Rickard makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half58-67Kaden Rickard makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half59-67Frankquon Sherman makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half60-67Frankquon Sherman makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-67Trey Simpson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half62-67Braedan Lue makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half62-69Jalen Warley makes driving layup
- 2nd Half63-69Frankquon Sherman makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half64-69Frankquon Sherman makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half64-71Graham Ike makes 9-foot jumper
- 2nd Half64-72Davis Fogle makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half64-73Davis Fogle makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Gonzaga Bulldogs, below favours Kennesaw State Owls.
Venue
- Moda CenterPortland, OR
- Attendance14070
- OfficialsByron Jarrett, Antinio Petty, Wil Howard
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