Pacific Tigers at No. 8 Gonzaga Bulldogs Preview

The Pacific Tigers look to end a 22-game losing streak against the Bulldogs in Spokane

Feb. 21, 2026 at 4:36pm

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The Pacific Tigers (17-12, 8-8 West Coast) will travel to Spokane, Washington to take on the No. 8 Gonzaga Bulldogs (26-2, 14-1) on Saturday night. Tip-off is set for 9 p.m. ET at the McCarthey Athletic Center. Pacific is seeking its first win at Gonzaga's home court, having gone just 1-24 in its previous 25 visits. The Tigers have covered the spread in 4 straight games against the Bulldogs, but Gonzaga is looking to continue its recent dominance after a surprising loss to Portland earlier this month.

Why it matters

This game represents a significant challenge for the Pacific Tigers as they try to end their lengthy losing streak against the perennial West Coast Conference powerhouse Gonzaga Bulldogs. A win for Pacific would be a major upset and boost their chances of earning a postseason tournament berth, while Gonzaga is looking to solidify its position as one of the top teams in the country ahead of the NCAA Tournament.

The details

Pacific is led by forward Elias Ralph, who had 16 points in the team's most recent loss to Washington State. Guard Jaden Clayton also contributed 14 points, 4 assists and 3 rebounds in that game. The Tigers have struggled of late, dropping 4 of their last 6 contests. Gonzaga, on the other hand, has won 4 straight games since its surprising loss to Portland earlier this month. Forward Graham Ike, the WCC Player of the Week, has recorded 8 consecutive 20-point games and is 13th in the nation with 13 double-doubles this season.

  • The game is scheduled for Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 9 p.m. ET.
  • Pacific lost 87-70 at Washington State on Wednesday, February 19, 2026.
  • Gonzaga defeated San Francisco 80-59 on Wednesday, February 19, 2026.

The players

Elias Ralph

A forward for the Pacific Tigers who led the team with 16 points in their most recent loss.

Jaden Clayton

A guard for the Pacific Tigers who scored 14 points, 4 assists and 3 rebounds in the loss to Washington State.

Graham Ike

A forward for the Gonzaga Bulldogs who is the WCC Player of the Week and has recorded 8 consecutive 20-point games, including 22 points in the win over San Francisco. He is 13th in the nation with 13 double-doubles this season.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee

The takeaway

This game represents a significant challenge for the Pacific Tigers as they try to end their lengthy losing streak against the perennial West Coast Conference powerhouse Gonzaga Bulldogs. A win for Pacific would be a major upset and boost their chances of earning a postseason tournament berth, while Gonzaga is looking to solidify its position as one of the top teams in the country ahead of the NCAA Tournament.