Photos: Gonzaga Bulldogs advance in 2023 NCAA Tournament with 82-70 win over Grand Canyon

After sluggish first half, Gonzaga ran away with a first-round victory

Julian Strawther scored 28 points and All-American Drew Timme poured in 21 points, six rebounds and three blocks to lead the Gonzaga Bulldogs to an 82-70 victory over Grand Canyon in the first round of the 2023 NCAA Tournament on Friday night in Denver. 

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Check out photos from Gonzaga's opening-round victory:

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Photo by Ron Chenoy, USA TODAY Sports

Photo by Ron Chenoy, USA TODAY Sports