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Gonzaga vs. Kentucky Showdown Highlights Saturday NCAAB

Saturday, December 7, 2024, is set to be an exciting day for college basketball fans, with several high-profile matchups on the schedule. One of the most anticipated games is the showdown between the No. 7 Gonzaga Bulldogs and the No. 4 Kentucky Wildcats.

Gonzaga, coming off a strong performance in the Battle 4 Atlantis, where they bounced back from an overtime loss to West Virginia with wins over then-No. 14 Indiana and Davidson, looks to continue their momentum. The Bulldogs are led by senior guard Ryan Nembhard, who is averaging 10.8 assists per game, the highest in the nation, along with 10.6 points and an impressive record of just 14 total turnovers. Ben Gregg and Graham Ike have also been standout performers, with Gregg scoring a career-high 24 points in their recent win and Ike contributing a double-double with 18 points and 10 rebounds.

Kentucky, under new coach Mark Pope, has had a stellar start to the season, winning seven straight games before their first loss to Clemson on Tuesday. The Wildcats are powered by junior guard Otega Oweh, who leads the team with 16.0 points per game, and a strong supporting cast including Lamont Butler, Koby Brea, Jaxson Robinson, and Andrew Carr, all scoring in double figures.

The game is set to tip off at 10 PM ET at Climate Pledge Arena, with Gonzaga favored by 6 points and an over/under of 166.5 points. This matchup promises to be a thrilling encounter between two of the top teams in college basketball.

Top Performers:
- Gonzaga:
- Ryan Nembhard: 10.8 assists per game, 10.6 points per game
- Ben Gregg: Career-high 24 points
- Graham Ike: 18 points, 10 rebounds
- Kentucky:
- Otega Oweh: 16.0 points per game
- Lamont Butler: 12.9 points per game
- Koby Brea: 12.8 points per game
- Jaxson Robinson: 12.0 points per game
- Andrew Carr: 10.0 points per game

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