Gonzaga defeats Stanford, 96-78

Gonzaga handed the Cardinal its worst loss in nearly four years on Sunday, defeating Stanford 96-78. The Bulldogs were led by Brynna Maxwell, who scored a season-high 27 points, and Yvonne Ejim, who contributed 25 points and 12 rebounds.

Stanford’s top scorer, Cameron Brinker, was held to 10 points and did not play in the second half due to illness. The Cardinal trailed 52-39 and shot just 36 percent from the field.

Gonzaga shot 54 percent from the field and hit 10 3-pointers. The Bulldogs also had five players score in double figures.

The win was Gonzaga’s 24th consecutive victory at home and their third in 16 tries against Stanford.

Key Stats

Gonzaga: 96 points (54% FG, 40% 3PT, 75% FT), 52 rebounds, 21 assists
Stanford: 78 points (36% FG, 27% 3PT, 78% FT), 39 rebounds, 14 assists
Top Performers

Gonzaga: Brynna Maxwell (27 points), Yvonne Ejim (25 points, 12 rebounds), Maude Vipons (15 points)
Stanford: Courtney Ogden (13 points), Hannah Jump (13 points), Nunu Agara (13 points)
Next game.

Gonzaga will host Montana State on Wednesday. Stanford will host Santa Clara on Saturday.