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March Madness - Gonzaga vs TCU Final: 84-81 - Recap

TCU was scorched by Drew Timme for 28 points as Gonzaga defeated them 84-81 in NCAA action on Sunday.

Gonzaga did not, however, defeat TCU against the spread, which closed at -4.5 at most sportsbooks.

Gonzaga got 17 points from Rasir Bolton and another 11 points from Malachi Smith. Anton Watson contributed 4 assists, while Anton Watson cleaned the glass with 12 rebounds.

TCU got a 24-point performance from Mike Miles Jr., who was supported by 15 points from Damion Baugh. JaKobe Coles had 4 assists in a losing cause for TCU, while Damion Baugh grabbed 8 rebounds.

Gonzaga trailed at halftime, 38-34.

The rebound battle favored Gonzaga as they grabbed 40 boards, while TCU only had 33