Gonzaga Bulldogs are scouting a replacement for point guard after the departure of Mario Saint‑Supery, who left the program for Valencia.
Among the candidates, Jordan Pope, a 6‑foot‑2 guard from Oakley, California, has drawn attention for his shooting pedigree. He spent college seasons at Oregon State and Texas, posting a 17.6‑point average in the Pac‑12 and 13.1 points in the SEC, while shooting 37.1 % from three‑point range and 85.8 % from the free‑throw line.
However, Pope’s playmaking numbers are modest, with just 2.3 assists per game and a turnover rate that outpaces his distribution, raising questions about his fit in a system that traditionally values a pass‑first floor general.
The Bulldogs are also evaluating Donovan Dent, a guard whose 7.6 assists per game suggest a stronger playmaking hand, though his scoring profile differs from Pope’s.
Coach Mark Few has hinted that the next point guard will need to blend scoring punch with a willingness to elevate teammates, a balance that could shape the team’s identity for the 2026‑27 campaign.
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Both Pope and Dent represent contrasting profiles: one a sharpshooter with limited distribution, the other a more traditional floor general, each offering a piece of the puzzle that Gonzaga hopes to complete before the next season.
If Pope secures eligibility and commits, his perimeter shooting could immediately bolster the Bulldogs’ outside attack, but the coaching staff may still prioritize a guard who can run the offense as the primary catalyst.