Gonzaga defeats Purdue 78-72 in Las Vegas opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 3, 2026, 5:19 AM
Last updated Nov 3, 2026

Gonzaga rallied to secure a 78-72 victory over Purdue in a college basketball game held on November 2 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. Despite a relatively new roster, Gonzaga dominated portions of the game, leading for nearly 35 minutes. The Zags showcased depth and skill, with key performances from Xaivian Lee and Davis Fogle, who contributed 40 points combined. Purdue's Daniel Jacobsen tied for a game-high 22 points but faced foul trouble that hindered his impact. The match provided insights into both teams as they navigate roster changes this season.
- •Game took place on November 2, 2026 at T-Mobile Arena
- •Gonzaga led for 34:43 of the game
- •Xaivian Lee and Davis Fogle scored 40 points
- •Daniel Jacobsen tied for game-high 22 points
- •Purdue starts the season without key veterans
- 5:19 AMYahoo Sports — Gonzaga’s Overall Depth Too Much for Giant Daniel Jacobsen, Purdue in 78-72 Win
"Both Purdue and Gonzaga’s offensive execution in Sin City were top notch at this starting point of October.
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