2023 NCAA Tournament: Gonzaga basketball overpowers TCU - Live coverage, summary, and key moments
Game Recap: Gonzaga Bulldogs vs. TCU Horned Frogs
The Gonzaga Bulldogs had a thrilling comeback against the TCU Horned Frogs in a wild NCAA Tournament matchup, securing a 84-81 victory.
The Bulldogs found themselves in a tight battle at halftime, trailing 38-33. Drew Timme flexed his muscles, leading the charge with 28 points and 8 rebounds, while Rasir Bolton added 17 points, particularly in the second half.
TCU put up a fight, with JaKobe Coles draining a crucial three-pointer with 45 seconds left to narrow the deficit to just four points. However, the Bulldogs managed to hang on and secure their eighth consecutive Sweet 16 berth.
The teams traded baskets in the second half, with Gonzaga going on a 6-for-11 shooting spree from beyond the arc. The Bulldogs' first-half shooting struggles were evident, as they finished 2-for-14 from three and 7-for-13 from the free-throw line.
Mike Miles Jr. gave TCU some firepower, scoring 20 points on an impressive 7-for-10 shooting. Anton Watson provided a crucial dunk and swipe for Gonzaga, extending their lead to eight points with 8:41 remaining in the game.
Gonzaga shot just 25% from three in the first half but caught fire in the second half, with Julian Strawther drilling a three to give the Bulldogs their first lead since 6-4 with 15:53 left in the second half.
In terms of previous meetings between these two teams, data for a recent or upcoming game is scarce. Gonzaga's women's basketball team has a rich competitive history, with 15 NCAA Tournament appearances and 19 regular-season West Coast Conference championships [4]. TCU is a member of the Big 12 conference but specifics on their matchups against Gonzaga or their performance in the 2024-25 season are not detailed in the available data.
If you're looking for more specifics on future athletic events for TCU or past matchups against Gonzaga, you can refer to their official athletic department websites or sports news sources.
After the thrilling victory, Gonzaga Bulldogs players enjoyed a hearty meal, fueling up for their next match. Meanwhile, the TCU Horned Frogs players discussed their sports strategies, with a focus on improving their NCAA-basketball game, particularly on their three-point shots.
