
Gonzaga Bulldogs Load Up for 2026‑27 with 11 Newcomers, Yet Face Eligibility Hurdles
Coach Mark Few adds 11 newcomers, including five players awaiting NCAA clearance, to a Gonzaga squad that returns only four veterans from a 31‑4 season.
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Coach Mark Few adds 11 newcomers, including five players awaiting NCAA clearance, to a Gonzaga squad that returns only four veterans from a 31‑4 season.

Arkansas has locked in a preseason exhibition against Gonzaga on October 24, will also host Memphis on October 28, and will face a lineup of neutral‑site opponents, while Gonzaga navigates a roster overhaul under Mark Few.

Coach Mark Few finalizes a 16‑player roster that includes former Princeton guard Xaivian Lee, reshaping the Bulldogs' starting five and adding depth for the upcoming Pac‑12 season.

Xaivian Lee's commitment resolves a California lawsuit and clears his transfer to Gonzaga, where he will join a top‑five lineup aimed at the 2026‑27 national championship.

Donovan Dent chose LSU over Gonzaga, leaving the Bulldogs without a primary point guard after Mario Saint‑Supery's exit. With Xaivian Lee emerging as the top option, the teams are set to meet on Nov. 14, 2026.

Gonzaga welcomes French wing Juwan Ekanga-Ehawa, an 18‑year‑old prospect with U20 EuroBasket experience, into a competitive roster ahead of the 2026‑27 campaign.

Veteran coach Mark Few will be enshrined in the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame in 2026, while star forward Braden Huff returns from a knee injury to lead a Gonzaga roster assembled for a championship run.

Davis Fogle, the Gonzaga Bulldogs’ sophomore wing, is entering the 2026‑27 campaign with the belief that he can transform from a reliable role player into a genuine star.

The Bulldogs welcome Javon Bennett and Chauncey Wiggins while facing eligibility challenges with Nathan de Sousa and Izan Almansa, shaping a crowded rotation for the upcoming campaign.

The Bulldogs’ resurgence is driven by high‑impact transfers, a challenging schedule and a core group poised to contend for a national title.

Gonzaga’s latest acquisition, Javon Bennett, brings collegiate experience and a proven shooting touch to a team seeking balance as it prepares for the Pac‑12.

Gonzaga’s 2026‑27 squad combines returning stars with high‑profile additions, creating a frontcourt that rivals the nation’s best and a backcourt poised to compete for a Final Four spot.

Gonzaga University is set to reinforce its frontcourt this season with the addition of former Florida State forward Chauncey Wiggins, a move that underscores the Bulldogs’ intent to return to the upper echelon of college basketball

Gonzaga University’s men’s basketball program is shaping up for a promising 2026‑27 campaign after securing two high‑profile transfers who are immediately eligible under NCAA rules.

A Colorado court has granted 2022‑class student‑athletes an extra year of eligibility, while Gonzaga targets top transfer prospects to fortify its roster for the new Pac‑12 era.

With Mario Saint‑Supery headed to Valencia, Gonzaga is evaluating sharpshooter Jordan Pope and playmaker Donovan Dent to fill the void, weighing shooting prowess against distribution needs.

After Mario Saint‑Supery departed for Valencia, Gonzaga is exploring the possibility of adding veteran point guard Donovan Dent, a move that could reshape their roster and title aspirations.

Donovan Dent, a standout point guard from New Mexico, may reverse his retirement and use a recent court decision to gain a fifth year of eligibility. With Gonzaga emerging as a top destination and a significant donation fueling a competitive NIL offer, the decision could reshape the Bulldogs' roster and the player's future.

A look at Gonzaga's star‑studded roster, the rankings of Braden Huff, Massamba Diop and Davis Fogle, and the urgent need for a top‑tier point guard to anchor the offense.

Donovan Dent, a veteran point guard with a history at New Mexico and UCLA, has announced his intention to return for a fifth year of college basketball. He is joining a California injunction to secure eligibility under the NCAA's new '5-in-5' rules, while Gonzaga emerges as a leading destination, offering a starting role, a strong roster and significant NIL opportunities.

The French prospect averaged 3.0 points and 1.6 steals per game in Slovenia, and now prepares for college basketball with the Bulldogs.

Tickets go on sale July 15, 2026, for a doubleheader that pairs Gonzaga and Michigan State’s men’s and women’s squads at Acrisure Arena, with admission covering both games.

A look at how the loss of point guard Mario Saint‑Supery reshapes Gonzaga's lineup, the potential impact of incoming bench players, and the schedule of top‑ranked opponents awaiting the Bulldogs this season.

Gonzaga’s college basketball program has slipped ten positions in Jon Rothstein’s most recent Top 45 rankings, a shift that reflects the ripple effects of losing a key playmaker. Point guard Mario Saint‑Supery, who averaged 8.6 points, 3.8 assists and 1.3 steals per game last season, announced his move to Valencia, leaving a void in the Bulldogs’ backcourt and prompting a reassessment of the team’s dynamics. The new projected starting five now features Nathan de Sousa alongside Massamba Diop, Braden Huff, Davis Fogle and Isiah Harwell, while bench contributors Parker Jefferson, Luca Foster, Sam Funches and Juwan Ekanga‑Ehawa stand ready to step up. Eligibility questions surround Izan Almansa and Skylar Wicks, both of whom are navigating NCAA clearance processes; their potential availability could add depth if cleared in time. Gonzaga’s schedule promises a gauntlet of ranked foes, including Arkansas, Michigan, Duke, Michigan State, Purdue, Creighton and St. John’s, while the rest of Rothstein’s top ten — Virginia, Texas, Tennessee, Houston and Kentucky — have all moved ahead of the Bulldogs. The Bulldogs will also meet San Diego State, currently positioned at No. 45, and will need to lean on their revised roster to stay competitive across the season.