Gonzaga's Braden Huff Still Sidelined Ahead of Washington State Rematch

The star forward has missed the last seven games due to a left knee injury sustained in practice.

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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Gonzaga forward Braden Huff, who has missed the last seven games due to a left knee injury, was spotted on crutches before the team's recent matchup against Washington State. Coach Mark Few said Huff is "not even close" to returning, casting doubt on his availability for the regular season finale and potentially the start of the NCAA Tournament.

Why it matters

Huff's absence has forced Gonzaga to rely heavily on Ike Anunoby, who has played an average of 36.8 minutes per game in Huff's absence. However, Anunoby has also been dealing with an ankle injury, raising concerns about his ability to shoulder the increased workload for an extended period.

The details

Huff, a 6'10" forward, was initially expected to miss 4-8 weeks with the knee injury. He has now missed seven games, during which Gonzaga has gone 6-1 with the lone loss coming against Portland. The team has relied on Anunoby to pick up the slack offensively, with the graduate senior averaging 28 points, 8 rebounds, and 2.8 assists in the four games he has played in Huff's absence.

  • On Jan. 15, Huff unexpectedly arrived in Pullman with crutches, and the team announced he would miss 4-8 weeks.
  • Three weeks and five days later, Huff has once again been spotted on crutches before a game against Washington State.
  • Huff has now missed the last seven games for Gonzaga, with the team going 6-1 in that stretch.
  • The initial 4-8 week timeline for Huff's return would put him potentially back in time for the NCAA Tournament, which begins on March 16.

The players

Braden Huff

A 6'10" forward for Gonzaga who was having the best season of his career before sustaining a left knee injury in practice.

Mark Few

The head coach of the Gonzaga Bulldogs men's basketball team.

Ike Anunoby

A graduate senior forward for Gonzaga who has stepped up in Huff's absence, averaging 28 points, 8 rebounds, and 2.8 assists per game in the last four contests.

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What they’re saying

“We're waiting to make a final decision. It's not even close right now, so we'll see. I think we're at week three right now.”

— Mark Few, Head Coach (si.com)

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