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Key matchup: Marcus Williams enters Gonzaga rematch on a hot streak

Williams isn’t quite as prolific as a scorer – he averages 14.7 points – but he has slightly higher shooting percentages than Thomas and paces the Dons in assists at 4.2. The duo, along with super sub Ryan Beasley and starting wing Tyrone Riley IV, have been a headache for opposing defenses.

Saint Mary's Gaels guard Augustas Marciulionis (3) celebrates with guard Mikey Lewis (0) after Lewis drew a foul from Gonzaga Bulldogs forward Graham Ike (13) while shooting a three during the second half of a college basketball game on Saturday, Feb. 22, 2025, at McCarthey Athletic Center in Spokane, Wash. The Saint Mary's Gaels won the game 74-67.  (Tyler Tjomsland/The Spokesman-Review)

Familiar formula: Timely plays, rebounding edge help Saint Mary’s defeat Gonzaga 74-67 in rematch

It wasn’t an exact replay of the first Gonzaga-Saint Mary’s game, but there were so many similarities in Saturday’s rematch. Another slow start by the Zags, who were down 11 points before they scored. Another dominating effort on the boards by the Gaels. Another big night from SMC freshman guard Mikey Lewis behind the 3-point line. Another tight game in crunch time where Gonzaga was outplayed.

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