Gonzaga UCLA Showdown Plans National TV Anaheim

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Gonzaga UCLA Showdown Plans National TV Anaheim

7 sourcesUpdated Jul 23, 2026

The West Coast Hoops Showdown will pit UCLA against Gonzaga on December 5 at the Honda Center in Anaheim, with the game airing nationally in primetime on FOX. This marks the seventh straight season the programs have met, continuing a storied rivalry that has featured several high-profile postseason clashes in recent years. Gonzaga holds a strong historical edge in the series, having won the majority of their meetings, including a win over UCLA last season. Intersport organized the event, with ticket presales and travel packages announced ahead of public sales. UCLA coach Mick Cronin highlighted the importance of preserving strong West Coast matchups and bringing a high-caliber opponent to a Southern California audience. The matchup underscores ongoing cross-region scheduling as UCLA remains in the Big Ten and seeks high-profile regional games to engage fans.

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