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Gonzaga Dominates Alabama in Players Era Clash
25 Nov
Summary
- Gonzaga defeated eighth-ranked Alabama 95-85 in a key matchup.
- Tyon Grant-Foster and Graham Ike scored 21 points each.
- Gonzaga outrebounded Alabama significantly, securing second-chance points.

No. 12 Gonzaga continued its impressive season, defeating No. 8 Alabama 95-85 in a hard-fought contest at the Players Era tournament. Tyon Grant-Foster and Graham Ike were instrumental, each pouring in 21 points to lead the Bulldogs' offense. This victory marks Gonzaga's second win over a ranked opponent this season, bolstering their strong start.
Alabama's Labaron Philon Jr. posted a career-high 29 points, but it wasn't enough to overcome Gonzaga's balanced attack. The Bulldogs showcased their dominance inside, outrebounding the Crimson Tide 48-36 and outscoring them 25-10 in second-chance points. Gonzaga also held a significant advantage in the paint, outscoring Alabama 52-42.
The game remained close for much of the night, with Gonzaga only holding a slim one-point lead late in the second half. However, the Bulldogs surged with an 11-point run in the final minutes, securing their sixth consecutive win of the season. Alabama, now 3-2, has faced a tough schedule with four ranked opponents.




