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Gonzaga battles through adversity in a narrow exhibition loss to Arkansas, raising big questions about their three-point shooting and depth. Can Davis Fogle’s return ignite a run against powerhouse Purdue? Key players like Braden Huff, Izan Almansa, and Isiah Harwell shine, while concerns linger over Nathan de Sousa and Javon Bennett’s performances. The discussion explores Mark Few’s ongoing challenges with consistency at halftime and how Gonzaga’s revamped roster stacks up after replacing 11 of 15 players.

Across the Pac-12, Utah State surges with dominant exhibition wins—Mason Falslev’s star performance positions them as early contenders, while San Diego State’s depth woes and defensive lapses spark uncertainty. The conversation covers Fresno State’s struggles, Washington State’s rivalry win over Washington, and Colorado State’s concerning loss to San Diego. 

Plus, intriguing mailbag debates tackle UConn’s potential basketball scheduling and whether New Mexico deserves a Pac-12 invite. Can the conference add enough firepower before realignment reshapes the college basketball landscape?

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