Gonzaga Defeats Santa Clara 89-77 at Home
Thursday, January 8, 2026, 11:30 PM ET · McCarthey Athletic Center
Gonzaga Bulldogs 89, Santa Clara Broncos 77, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Santa Clara Broncos vs Gonzaga Bulldogs?
Gonzaga Bulldogs beat Santa Clara Broncos 89-77 at McCarthey Athletic Center on January 8, 2026.
Who was favored in Santa Clara Broncos vs Gonzaga Bulldogs?
Gonzaga Bulldogs were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -1800 (about 95% implied). The favorite won.
In an exciting matchup at the McCarthey Athletic Center, the Gonzaga Bulldogs secured a solid victory over the Santa Clara Broncos, winning 89-77. This game was particularly noteworthy as Gonzaga continued its impressive home record, now standing at 17-1 for the season, while Santa Clara fell to 13-5 overall.
Gonzaga has been in remarkable form lately, boasting a record of 9-1 in their last ten games, with a current winning streak of nine games. They have been prolific on offense, averaging 89.2 points scored per game while allowing 71.0 points. Their recent performances included a dominant 82-47 win against the Loyola Marymount Lions and a close 80-72 victory over the Seattle U Redhawks. At home, Gonzaga remains undefeated, with a perfect record of 5-0 in their last five home games, averaging 89.6 points scored and 70.0 points allowed.
Santa Clara, on the other hand, has also shown strong form, winning seven of their last ten games and currently riding a four-game winning streak. They have averaged 84.1 points scored while allowing 75.7 points in their recent outings. Their last five games include a convincing 98-70 win against the San Diego Toreros and an 82-63 victory over the Pepperdine Waves. However, their away performances have been less consistent, with a 2-1 record in their last three away games.
The two teams have faced each other twice in the past season, splitting the series with each team winning once. In their most recent encounter on February 26, 2025, Santa Clara triumphed with a score of 95-76, while Gonzaga had previously lost to Santa Clara 99-103 at home on January 19, 2025.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details, but it is always a critical aspect to monitor as it can significantly impact team performance.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Gonzaga as the heavy favorites with a spread of -17.5. The total points line was set at 163.5, with odds of -115.0 on the over and -105.0 on the under. Gonzaga's money line was priced at -1800.0, while Santa Clara's was at 1000.0, indicating a strong expectation of a Gonzaga victory.
The game conditions were conducive for a high-scoring affair, and the scoring plays reflected this as Gonzaga maintained a lead throughout the match. Key moments included a series of dunks and jumpers that kept the momentum in Gonzaga's favor, particularly in the second half, where they extended their lead to 85-70 before Santa Clara could respond with a few late points.
Viewers should have noted Gonzaga's offensive efficiency and their ability to control the pace of the game, which ultimately led to their victory. The Bulldogs' ability to score in the paint and from beyond the arc was evident, as they executed their game plan effectively against a Santa Clara defense that struggled to keep up. Overall, this matchup showcased Gonzaga's dominance at home and their capability to perform under pressure, while Santa Clara will look to regroup and build on their recent successes moving forward.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | GONZ -17.5 | 163.5 o -115 / u -105 | Santa Clara Broncos +1000 · Gonzaga Bulldogs -1800 |
Leaders
- PointsGraham Ike34Gonzaga Bulldogs
- AssistsMario Saint-Supery4Gonzaga Bulldogs
- ReboundsGraham Ike11Gonzaga Bulldogs
- PointsAllen Graves18Santa Clara Broncos
- AssistsChristian Hammond3Santa Clara Broncos
- ReboundsAllen Graves9Santa Clara Broncos
Recent form
Gonzaga Bulldogs
Last 10: 9-1Streak W989.2 scored · 71 allowed per game5-0 at home
- W82-47vs Loyola Marymount LionsJan 5
- W80-72vs Seattle U RedhawksJan 3
- W99-93at San Diego TorerosDec 31
- W96-56at Pepperdine WavesDec 29
- W91-82at Oregon DucksDec 21
- W98-70vs Campbell Fighting CamelsDec 18
- W82-72vs UCLA BruinsDec 14
- W109-58vs North Florida OspreysDec 8
- W94-59at Kentucky WildcatsDec 6
- L61-101at Michigan WolverinesNov 27
Santa Clara Broncos
Last 10: 7-3Streak W484.1 scored · 75.7 allowed per game2-1 away
- W98-70vs San Diego TorerosJan 5
- W82-63vs Pepperdine WavesJan 3
- W92-85at Portland PilotsDec 31
- W102-64at Oregon State BeaversDec 28
- L78-80vs Loyola Chicago RamblersDec 20
- W63-60vs North Texas Mean GreenDec 18
- L79-82vs Arizona State Sun DevilsDec 14
- L71-98at New Mexico LobosDec 7
- W90-80vs Utah Tech TrailblazersDec 4
- W86-75vs Minnesota Golden GophersNov 29
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gonzaga | 31-4 | - | 16-2 |
| Saint Mary's | 27-6 | - | 16-2 |
| Santa Clara | 26-9 | 1 | 15-3 |
| Oregon State | 17-16 | 7 | 9-9 |
| Seattle U | 21-14 | 8 | 8-10 |
| Pacific | 18-15 | 8 | 8-10 |
| San Francisco | 17-16 | 8 | 8-10 |
| Washington State | 12-20 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Loyola Marymount | 15-17 | 10 | 6-12 |
| Portland | 15-19 | 10 | 6-12 |
| San Diego | 12-21 | 11 | 5-13 |
| Pepperdine | 9-23 | 12 | 4-14 |
Box score
| Stat | Santa Clara Broncos | Gonzaga Bulldogs |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 28-65 | 34-59 |
| Field goal % | 43 | 58 |
| Three-pointers | 7-26 | 6-16 |
| Three-point % | 27 | 38 |
| Free throws | 14-16 | 15-21 |
| Free throw % | 88 | 71 |
| Rebounds | 31 | 35 |
| Offensive rebounds | 13 | 10 |
| Defensive rebounds | 18 | 25 |
| Assists | 12 | 17 |
| Steals | 7 | 4 |
| Blocks | 3 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 15 | 13 |
| Team turnovers | 2 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 18 | 21 |
| Fast-break points | 9 | 8 |
| Points in the paint | 34 | 50 |
| Fouls | 20 | 18 |
| Largest lead | 8 | 23 |
| Lead changes | 4 | 4 |
| Time in front | 12 | 83 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half47-49Graham Ike makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half47-50Graham Ike makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half49-50Elijah Mahi makes 5-foot jumper
- 2nd Half49-53Graham Ike makes 25-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half51-53Allen Graves makes 3-foot dunk
- 2nd Half51-55Graham Ike makes layup (Jalen Warley assists)
- 2nd Half51-56Graham Ike makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half53-56Allen Graves makes layup (Thierry Darlan assists)
- 2nd Half53-59Emmanuel Innocenti makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jalen Warley assists)
- 2nd Half55-59Bukky Oboye makes 2-foot alley oop dunk (Christian Hammond assists)
- 2nd Half55-61Braden Huff makes layup
- 2nd Half55-63Jalen Warley makes 4-foot dunk (Mario Saint-Supery assists)
- 2nd Half55-64Adam Miller makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half55-65Adam Miller makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half55-66Emmanuel Innocenti makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half55-68Braden Huff makes layup (Mario Saint-Supery assists)
- 2nd Half55-70Graham Ike makes layup
- 2nd Half55-71Mario Saint-Supery makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half55-72Mario Saint-Supery makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half55-74Emmanuel Innocenti makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half55-76Graham Ike makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half56-76Allen Graves makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half57-76Allen Graves makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half57-78Mario Saint-Supery makes driving layup
- 2nd Half57-80Emmanuel Innocenti makes 3-foot dunk (Adam Miller assists)
- 2nd Half59-80Allen Graves makes driving layup
- 2nd Half61-80Christian Hammond makes 9-foot jumper
- 2nd Half61-82Mario Saint-Supery makes driving layup
- 2nd Half64-82Allen Graves makes 25-foot three point jumper (KJ Cochran assists)
- 2nd Half66-82Elijah Mahi makes 10-foot jumper
- 2nd Half66-83Emmanuel Innocenti makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half68-83Christian Hammond makes 14-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half68-85Emmanuel Innocenti makes 3-foot dunk
- 2nd Half70-85Christian Hammond makes 12-foot jumper
- 2nd Half70-87Graham Ike makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half70-89Adam Miller makes 2-foot dunk (Mario Saint-Supery assists)
- 2nd Half72-89Bukky Oboye makes 0-foot tip in dunk
- 2nd Half73-89Sash Gavalyugov makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half74-89Sash Gavalyugov makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half77-89Sash Gavalyugov makes 32-foot three point jumper (Thierry Darlan assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Gonzaga Bulldogs, below favours Santa Clara Broncos.
Venue
- McCarthey Athletic CenterSpokane, WA
- Attendance6000
- OfficialsD.J. Carstensen, Jeffrey Anderson, Brooks Wells
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