Sr. Scouting report: Two-time All-American instantly became a preseason national player of the year candidate when he announced his decision to return to school less than an hour before the 9 p.m. PT deadline on June 1. Needs 675 points – an average of 19.8 points if the Zags play at least 34 games – to surpass Frank Burgess for Gonzaga’s career scoring record and already owns school records for NCAA Tournament points scored, field goals made and free throws made. Was considered a potential late second-round draft choice last season and will need to work on perimeter shooting and become stronger defensive presence to ensure he’s picked up in 2023 NBA Draft.

Jr. Scouting report: Projected to be the country’s top returning big man – and top returning player, according to some – after breakout sophomore season. Has an opportunity to climb up NBA Draft boards is he can improve his perimeter shooting.

So. Scouting report: Timme elevated his game in his second year, moving into a starting role as a volume-scoring rim runner with a variety of old-school post moves. Led the WCC in scoring and led GU in rebounding with 19.0 points and 7.0 boards per game. Was a breakout star at the NCAA Tournament where he scored 119 total points, including 100 in a four-game stretch against UCLA (25), USC (23), Creighton (22) and Oklahoma (career-high 30). Earned Karl Malone Award for nation’s top forward, was named to All-NCAA Tournament First Team and nabbed Second Team All-America honors from Sporting News and Sports Illustrated.

Fr. Scouting report: Named to the WCC All-Freshman Team after appearing in 33 games and averaging 9.8 points and 5.4 rebounds. Led the team in shooting at 62.1% and was on the WCC All-Tournament Team.