The neon lights of the Orleans Arena in Las Vegas set the stage tonight as the #3 seed Santa Clara Broncos look to complete a historic tournament run against the #1 seed Gonzaga Bulldogs in the West Coast Conference Championship game.
The Gonzaga Bulldogs (29-3) enter the final as the heavy favorites, having dominated the WCC regular season to secure the top seed. Led by powerhouse forward Graham Ike, who is averaging 19.9 points and 8.4 rebounds per game, the Zags are seeking their 22nd tournament title. They are anchored by the playmaking of Braeden Smith and a high-octane offense that leads the nation in points in the paint.
The Santa Clara Broncos (26-7), meanwhile, are riding high after a thrilling semifinal upset over Saint Mary’s. Under coach Herb Sendek, the Broncos have found their rhythm behind the scoring of Christian Hammond (15.6 PPG) and the hot hand of Sash Gavalyugov, who poured in 23 points in the semis. With a guaranteed ticket to the Big Dance on the line, this clash between the WCC’s two most explosive offenses is the centerpiece of a high-stakes Tuesday in college hoops.
How to watch Santa Clara vs Gonzaga
Tonight’s WCC Championship game will be broadcast nationally on ESPN, with a live stream available via the ESPN app and various streaming platforms for cord-cutters.
How to watch Santa Clara vs Gonzaga for free
To watch tonight’s WCC Final for free, fans can sign up for a 7-day free trial of Fubo or DirecTV Stream, both of which carry ESPN as part of their standard channel lineup.
Fubo: The most reliable option for sports fans. Fubo provides high-definition access to ESPN, ensuring you don’t miss a single highlight of the Zags and Broncos battling for the automatic bid.
ESPN+: While the game is on the main ESPN network, many cable-authenticated users can also stream through the ESPN app. Check your provider for access to the live digital broadcast from Las Vegas.