West Virginia vs Gonzaga Picks and Prediction – 11/27/2024

This Wednesday, Javon Small and the West Virginia Mountaineers will travel to Spokane Arena to face Graham Ike and the Gonzaga Bulldogs in an exciting early-season clash. Get our free NCAAB Picks all season long! The Mountaineers come into the matchup with a 3-1 record, fresh off a dominant 86-43 victory over Iona on Wednesday. Small has been a key figure for West Virginia, leading the offense with his scoring and playmaking as the Mountaineers look to keep their momentum going.

West Virginia has impressed with their defensive intensity and balanced offensive attack, and Small has been instrumental in setting the tone. Against Gonzaga, West Virginia will need to maintain their focus on both ends of the court to compete with one of the nation’s top programs.

The Bulldogs, meanwhile, boast a perfect 5-0 record after an 84-41 rout of Long Beach State on Wednesday. Ike has been a standout for Gonzaga, using his size and skill to dominate in the paint. The Bulldogs have displayed their trademark offensive efficiency, with contributions from a deep roster that complements Ike’s inside presence.

For Gonzaga, controlling the boards and exploiting matchups in the post will be crucial against West Virginia’s defense. Ike and the Bulldogs will look to continue their strong start to the season and use their home-court advantage to dictate the pace of the game.

This matchup has Small’s backcourt leadership against Ike’s interior dominance, promising an exciting battle between two rising stars. While the Mountaineers have the talent to challenge Gonzaga, the Bulldogs’ depth and consistency may prove too much to overcome. Final Score Prediction, Gonzaga Bulldogs win 82-64.