Zags Basketball Insiders

Zags Basketball Insiders Podcast is bummed to be ending this season - earlier than expected! Jim Meehan and Richard Fox reviewed Gonzaga's season-ending tournament loss to Texas. The podcasters discussed the defensive strategy changes, the importance of 3-point shooting, and reviewed their season picks, noting that while Gonzaga had a strong 31-4 record and won the WCC championship, the tournament exit was disappointing given the team's potential.

Spokesman-Review's Jim Meehan and Richard Fox, Zags TV analyst for SWX & KHQ break down Gonzaga's chances as the Zags are ranked 3 seed in the West region, facing 14th-seeded Kennesaw State in the first round in Portland. The hosts analyzed Kennesaw State's strengths, particularly their rebounding and foul pressure, while noting concerns about the team's inconsistency and lack of familiarity with Gonzaga's style.

The pod discussed their picks for upcoming NCAA basketball games, focusing on Santa Clara vs. Kentucky and St. Mary's vs. Texas A&M. Fox made a detailed case for why Santa Clara could upset Kentucky, while Meehan remained confident in Kentucky's chances. They also discussed the unique challenges St. Mary's presents due to their distinct playing style, with Fox predicting a close win for St. Mary's over A&M. NCAA Tournament Bracket Discussion Fox predicts Gonzaga would reach the Sweet 16 before losing to Arizona, while Sheehan picked Gonzaga to make it to the Elite Eight. They agreed on Michigan and Arizona as the two best teams overall, with Michigan winning it all. They also discussed the challenges non-power conference teams face in making deep tournament runs due to NIL and salary cap issues.

Spokesman-Review's Jim Meehan and SWX/KHQ basketball analyst and Zag alum discussed Gonzaga's upcoming tournament games against Oregon State and St. Mary's. They examined the Zags' current seeding and potential outcomes if they win or lose, emphasizing the importance of maintaining their position for a favorable first-round location. The conversation also covered the recent WCC tournament selections, where only one Zag made the all-conference teams, leading to a discussion about the program's current standing compared to past seasons. Potential MVP candidates for the tournament were predicted, and hey, it's Vegas, so the Bet of the Week is on the number of three-pointers Gonzaga would make in their upcoming games.

Spokesman-Review's Jim Meehan and Gonzaga alum/SWX/KHQ basketball analyst Richard Fox discuss all things Gonzaga's recent 1-1 week, including their win over Portland and loss to St. Mary's, which impacted their seed in the NCAA tournament projections.

Gonzaga's 2-0 week, including victories over University of San Francisco and Pacific, while also reviewing the team's seed line reveal of 3. The hosts debated Gonzaga's offensive struggles and defensive strengths, particularly noting the team's ability to protect the ball despite offensive challenges. They previewed the upcoming games against Portland on Wednesday and St. Mary's on Saturday, with both teams vying for the conference championship. The guys also placed bets on the outcomes of these games, with Jim taking the under on Portland's score and Richard choosing St. Mary's to win against Gonzaga.

Spokesman-Review's Jim Meehan and SWX basketball analyst and GU Alum Richard Fox take a look at the week that was with Gonzaga is back on top of the conference standings at 13-1, with Santa Clara and St. Mary's having two losses each. Gonzaga's national rankings, stating they are 6th in the net, with a 6-1 record in Quad 1 and 4-0 in Quad 2. Meehan and Fox also discussed the battle for fourth place in the conference and Gonzaga's seed in the NCAA tournament brackets.
Upcoming games with San Francisco and Pacific, and how projected line ups can work as the team gels without Braden Huff in the rotation.

Spokesman-Review's Jim Meehan and SWX basketball analyst/Zag alum Richard Fox talks about the week that was...focusing on the Zags loss to Portland and victory against Oregon State. Richard and Jim analyzed the team's offensive and defensive struggles, particularly highlighting Graham Ike's exceptional play and the need for consistent production from other players. The conversation also touched on Braden Huff's uncertain return timeline and its potential impact on the team's offense. Previews of Gonzaga's upcoming games against Washington State and Santa Clara, predicting challenging contests.

Zags Basketball Insiders Podcast - the musings of Spokesman-Review reporter Jim Meehan and SWX Analyst/Zag alum Richard Fox -  discussed Gonzaga's recent 73-65 victory over St. Mary's, analyzing Graham Ike's return to the lineup and his impressive performance with 30 points.

Upcoming games against Portland and Oregon State, noting that both opponents were in the 200s in the NET rankings. They examined the strategic aspects of the St. Mary's game, including Gonzaga's improved defensive effort and ability to control tempo, while discussing how defensive pressure contributed to the win.

Jim Meehan and Richard Fox discussed the Gonzaga Bulldogs' current ranking and performance, noting their steady position at number 4 and the impact of injuries on their playing style. Ike's absence and the need for his return by San Francisco, as well as the potential return of Huff, whose knee injury could keep him out for 4-8 weeks, the team is testing their ability to adapt and maintain defensive and rebounding strengths without their usual inside-out post play.