The Texas Longhorns will play against the Gonzaga Bulldogs in the NCAA Men’s Division I Basketball Tournament. This second-round game in the West Region will take place at the Moda Center in Portland, OR. The game is scheduled for Saturday, March 21, 2026, at 7:10 PM ET.
The Texas Longhorns come into this game with an overall record of 18-14 for the 2026 regular season. In their conference, they finished with a record of 9-10. Last postseason, Texas lost to Xavier in their tournament game.
The Gonzaga Bulldogs have had a strong season with an overall record of 30-3. In their conference, they recorded a 14-2 record. In the 2025 postseason, Gonzaga won against Georgia but lost to Houston in the second round.
Gonzaga Preview
The Gonzaga Bulldogs are ranked #12 in the AP poll. They play in the West Coast Conference. In the 2025 postseason, Gonzaga won against Georgia in the first round with a score of 89-68. They lost to Houston in the second round, 81-76.
In the 2026 regular season, Gonzaga had a strong record of 30-3. Their conference record was 14-2. They scored an average of 85.1 points per game, ranking 20th in the nation. Their field goal percentage was 51.0%, placing them 5th overall.
Gonzaga’s defense averaged 8.5 steals per game. They also had 3.7 blocks per game. Their turnovers per game were 9.5, and they committed 16.8 fouls per game. In the postseason, their points per game dropped to 73.0.
Graham Ike was a standout player, scoring 19.7 points per game and grabbing 8.2 rebounds. Tyon Grant-Foster added 11.2 points and 5.0 rebounds per game. Mario Saint-Supéry contributed 8.6 points and 2.8 rebounds per game. These players helped Gonzaga maintain a strong presence on the court.
Texas Preview
The Texas Longhorns play in the Southeastern Conference. In the 2025 postseason, they competed in the Midwest Region Tournament. They played against Xavier and lost with a score of 80-86. The Longhorns were seeded #11 in that game.
During the 2026 regular season, the Longhorns had an overall record of 18-14. Their conference record was 9-10. They scored an average of 83.8 points per game, ranking 32nd in the nation. Their field goal percentage was 48.6, placing them 35th.
In the postseason of 2026, the Longhorns averaged 73.5 points per game. They attempted 61.5 field goals per game, ranking 34th. Their rebounds per game were 42.5, which was 13th best. They reached the first round of the tournament.
Tramon Mark was a key player, scoring 13.5 points per game in the regular season. Dailyn Swain led the team with 17.8 points and 7.6 rebounds per game. Matas Vokietaitis also contributed with 15.5 points and 6.8 rebounds per game. The team had a strong free throw game, making 19.8 free throws per game, ranking 7th.
Statistical Breakdown for Gonzaga vs Texas
The game between Gonzaga and Texas will likely be influenced by several key stats. Gonzaga’s high scoring average of 85.1 points per game and strong field goal percentage of 51.0% could give them an edge. Texas, on the other hand, has a solid free throw game, making 19.8 free throws per game. Rebounding will also be crucial, with Gonzaga averaging 39.9 rebounds per game and Texas at 37.7. Both teams have players who can score and rebound effectively, which could make for an interesting game.
- Gonzaga Points Per Game: 85.1 (20th)
- Gonzaga Field Goal Percentage: 51.0% (5th)
- Gonzaga Rebounds Per Game: 39.9 (35th)
- Texas Points Per Game: 83.8 (32nd)
- Texas Free Throws Made Per Game: 19.8 (7th)
- Texas Rebounds Per Game: 37.7 (88th)
Betting Insights
The Texas Longhorns and Gonzaga Bulldogs are set for an exciting game. Both teams have shown different strengths in their betting trends. Texas has a strong record in hitting the over, while Gonzaga has been solid straight up. Here are the top betting insights for this game:
- Texas has hit the over in their last 3 games, going 3-0.
- Texas has hit the over in 9 of their last 10 games, with a 90% success rate.
- Gonzaga is 3-0 straight up in their last 3 games.
- Gonzaga is 9-1 straight up in their last 10 games.
- Texas is 4-6 against the spread in their last 10 games.
Free Betting Prediction for Gonzaga vs Texas
Gonzaga enters the game with a strong record and impressive stats. Their scoring average and field goal percentage are among the best in the nation. Graham Ike and Tyon Grant-Foster are key players who can make a difference. Gonzaga’s defense is also solid, with good numbers in steals and blocks.
Texas has shown they can score well, but their record is not as strong as Gonzaga’s. They have a good free throw game, which can help in close situations. Players like Dailyn Swain and Matas Vokietaitis are important for their scoring and rebounding. Texas will need to play well to keep up with Gonzaga.
Considering the stats and recent performances, Gonzaga is likely to win. Their scoring ability and strong defense give them an edge. Texas might keep it close, but Gonzaga’s overall strength should lead to a win. The game could be high-scoring, so the over is a possible outcome.
- Our Free Prediction: Gonzaga -7.5
