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No. 12 Gonzaga beats Oregon State 65-56, advances to 29th straight WCC final
Graham Ike's double-double leads Bulldogs to another conference championship game appearance
Published on Mar. 10, 2026
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No. 12 Gonzaga defeated Oregon State 65-56 in the West Coast Conference Tournament semifinal on Monday night, advancing the Bulldogs to their 29th straight WCC championship game. Graham Ike led Gonzaga with 24 points and 11 rebounds, recording his 14th double-double of the season and 45th of his career. Gonzaga never trailed in the game and outscored Oregon State 38-24 in the paint while holding the Beavers to just 28.6% shooting in the first half.
Why it matters
Gonzaga's dominant performance and 29th consecutive appearance in the WCC title game highlights the program's sustained excellence and continued dominance in the conference. The Bulldogs' transition to the Pac-12 Conference next season will mark the end of an era for their WCC dynasty.
The details
Gonzaga jumped out to a 21-6 lead in the first half, fueled by a 15-2 run that featured several defensive stops and fast break opportunities. The Bulldogs' defense was stifling, forcing 10-second and shot clock violations during that stretch. Oregon State, in fired coach Wayne Tinkle's final game after 12 seasons, struggled to find its rhythm offensively and shot just 28.6% in the opening half. Gonzaga's advantage in the paint proved to be the difference, as the Bulldogs outscored the Beavers 38-24 inside.
- The game was played on Monday, March 9, 2026 in Las Vegas.
- Gonzaga advanced to the WCC championship game for the 29th straight time.
The players
Graham Ike
The WCC player of the year, Ike recorded a double-double with 24 points and 11 rebounds for Gonzaga.
Wayne Tinkle
The head coach of Oregon State, who is stepping down after 12 seasons with the Beavers.
What’s next
Gonzaga will play the winner of the semifinal matchup between No. 21 Saint Mary's and Santa Clara in the WCC championship game.
The takeaway
Gonzaga's dominant performance and 29th consecutive appearance in the WCC title game underscores the program's sustained excellence and continued dominance in the conference. As the Bulldogs transition to the Pac-12 next season, their WCC dynasty is coming to an end, marking the close of an era for one of college basketball's premier mid-major programs.
