Throwback Thursday: Arizona vs. Gonzaga through the years
Arizona plays Gonzaga on Saturday at 1:30 p.m. The Wildcats are 5-1 against the Bulldogs all-time.Â
Arizona vs. Gonzaga through the years
Arizona's Jason Gardner gets congratulated by his teammates after making a crucial free throw in the second half against Gonzaga in the NCAA tournament on March 22, 2003. Photo by Benjie Sanders / Arizona Daily Star
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Arizona vs. Gonzaga through the years
Arizona's Luke Walton and Andre Iguodala have Gonzaga's Cory Violette in a sandwich as they apply pressure in the first half in the NCAA tournament on March 22, 2003. Photo by Benjie Sanders / Arizona Daily Star
Arizona vs. Gonzaga through the years
Arizona's Luke Walton goes up and scores against Gonzaga's Cory Violette on the last play of the first overtime, forcing the game into a second overtime in the NCAA tournament on March 22, 2003. Photo by David Sanders / Arizona Daily Star
Arizona vs. Gonzaga through the years
Arizona defenders prevent Gonzaga's Cory Violette (33), center, from making this very last attempt in double overtime to let Arizona defeat Gonzaga 96-95 in the NCAA tournament on March 22, 2003. Photo by David Sanders / Arizona Daily Star
Arizona vs. Gonzaga through the years
Arizona's Andre Iguodala and Chris Rodgers fall on a happy Luke Walton at the end of double overtime to beat Gonzaga 96-95 to advance to the Sweet 16 in the NCAA tournament on March 22, 2003. Photo by David Sanders / Arizona Daily Star
Arizona vs. Gonzaga through the years
Arizona coaches on the bench get excited as the Wildcats face Gonzaga in the NCAA tournament on March 22, 2003. Photo by Benjie Sanders / Arizona Daily Star
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Arizona vs. Gonzaga through the years
University of Arizona's Jordan Hill gets between Gonzaga University's Josh Heytvelt, left, and Jeremy Pargo, right, in the first half at US Airways Arena during the 2008 Desert Classic on Dec. 14, 2008 in Phoenix, Ariz. Photo by Dean Knuth / Arizona Daily Star
Arizona vs. Gonzaga through the years
University of Arizona's Nic Wise, left, and Kyle Fogg, right, defend Gonzaga University's Demetri Goodson in the first half at US Airways Arena during the 2008 Desert Classic on Dec. 14, 2008 in Phoenix, Ariz. Photo by Dean Knuth / Arizona Daily Star
Arizona vs. Gonzaga through the years
University of Arizona's Nic Wise comes down the court after hitting a three-pointer against Gonzaga University in the first half at US Airways Arena during the 2008 Desert Classic on Dec. 14, 2008 in Phoenix, Ariz. Photo by Dean Knuth / Arizona Daily Star
Arizona vs. Gonzaga through the years
University of Arizona's Nic Wise gets all over Gonzaga University's Demetri Goodson as he dribbles down court in the second half at US Airways Arena during the 2008 Desert Classic on Dec. 14, 2008 in Phoenix, Ariz. Photo by Dean Knuth / Arizona Daily Star
Arizona vs. Gonzaga through the years
University of Arizona's Nic Wise, left, goes up for a shot against Gonzaga University's Austin Daye in the second half at US Airways Arena during the 2008 Desert Classic on Dec. 14, 2008 in Phoenix, Ariz. Photo by Dean Knuth / Arizona Daily Star
Arizona vs. Gonzaga through the years
University of Arizona's Chase Budinger goes up for a shot against Gonzaga University's Josh Heytvelt in the second half at US Airways Arena during the 2008 Desert Classic on Dec. 14, 2008 in Phoenix, Ariz. Photo by Dean Knuth / Arizona Daily Star
Arizona vs. Gonzaga through the years
University of Arizona's Nic Wise points upward after stealing the ball and getting fouled in the final minutes of the game against Gonzaga University in the second half at US Airways Arena during the 2008 Desert Classic on Dec. 14, 2008 in Phoenix, Ariz. Photo by Dean Knuth / Arizona Daily Star
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Arizona vs. Gonzaga through the years
University of Arizona's Zane Johnson, left, and Jordan Hill defend Gonzaga University's Demetri Goodson, who was eventually fouled on the play, in the first half at US Airways Arena during the 2008 Desert Classic on Dec. 14, 2008 in Phoenix, Ariz. Photo by Dean Knuth / Arizona Daily Star
Arizona vs. Gonzaga through the years
University of Arizona's Kyle Fogg, left, gets rid of the ball while Gonzaga University's Jeremy Pargo defends in the first half at US Airways Arena during the 2008 Desert Classic on Dec. 14, 2008 in Phoenix, Ariz. Photo by Dean Knuth / Arizona Daily Star
Arizona vs. Gonzaga through the years
Arizona's Kevin Parrom, center, moves with the ball as Gonzaga's Guy Landry, left, and Sam Dower defend during first half of an NCAA college basketball game in Seattle, Saturday, Dec. 17, 2011. (AP Photo/Kevin P. Casey)
Arizona vs. Gonzaga through the years
Arizona's Jesse Perry, left, and Nick Johnson, right, rebound as Gonzaga's Robert Sacre, center, loses control of the ball during first half of an NCAA college basketball game in Seattle, Saturday, Dec. 17, 2011. (AP Photo/Kevin P. Casey)
Arizona vs. Gonzaga through the years
Arizona's Solomon Hill, left, shoots over Gonzaga's David Stockton during first half of an NCAA college basketball game in Seattle, Saturday, Dec. 17, 2011. (AP Photo/Kevin P. Casey)
Arizona vs. Gonzaga through the years
Gonzaga's Elias Harris, left, drives past Arizona's Jesse Perry during first half of an NCAA college basketball game in Seattle, Saturday, Dec. 17, 2011. (AP Photo/Kevin P. Casey)
Arizona vs. Gonzaga through the years
Arizona head coach Sean Miller reacts in the first half against Gonzaga during an NCAA college basketball game in Seattle, Saturday, Dec. 17, 2011. (AP Photo/Kevin P. Casey)
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Arizona vs. Gonzaga through the years
Arizona's Nick Johnson, right, moves to the basket as Gonzaga's Sam Dower moves in to defend in the first half action of an NCAA college basketball game in Seattle, Saturday, Dec. 17, 2011. (AP Photo/Kevin P. Casey)
Arizona vs. Gonzaga through the years
Gonzaga's Elias Harris takes a shot between Arizona's Solomon Hill, left, and Jesse Perry, right, during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game in Seattle, Saturday, Dec. 17, 2011. (AP Photo/Kevin P. Casey)
Arizona vs. Gonzaga through the years
Arizona guard Nick Johnson (13) soars in for a layup during the first half of the University of Arizona vs. Gonzaga game at the NCAA basketball tournament at San Diego State University on Sunday, March 23, 2014.
Arizona vs. Gonzaga through the years
Arizona head coach Sean Miller calls out to his team during the second half of the University of Arizona vs. Gonzaga game at the NCAA basketball tournament at San Diego State University on Sunday, March 23, 2014. Arizona won 84-61, advancing to the Sweet Sixteen.
Arizona vs. Gonzaga through the years
Arizona guard T.J. McConnell, right, works against Gonzaga guard Kevin Pangos during the second half of their game at the NCAA basketball tournament at San Diego State University on Sunday, March 23, 2014. Arizona won 84-61, advancing to the Sweet Sixteen.
Arizona vs. Gonzaga through the years
Arizona forward Rondae Hollis-Jefferson (23) eyes the basket as Gonzaga forward/center Sam Dower (35) defends during the second half of the University of Arizona vs. Gonzaga game at the NCAA basketball tournament at San Diego State University on Sunday, March 23, 2014. Arizona won 84-61, advancing to the Sweet Sixteen.
Arizona vs. Gonzaga through the years
Arizona head coach Sean Miller congratulates Arizona guard Gabe York (1) and the team late in the second half of the University of Arizona vs. Gonzaga game at the NCAA basketball tournament at San Diego State University on Sunday, March 23, 2014. Arizona won 84-61, advancing to the Sweet Sixteen.
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Arizona vs. Gonzaga through the years
Arizona guard Nick Johnson (13) shoots over Gonzaga center Przemek Karnowski (24) during the first half of the University of Arizona vs. Gonzaga game at the NCAA basketball tournament at San Diego State University on Sunday, March 23, 2014. Arizona won 84-61, advancing to the Sweet Sixteen.
Arizona vs. Gonzaga through the years
Arizona guard Nick Johnson (13) skies in for an easy two in front of Gonzaga guard Gary Bell, Jr. (5) during the first half of the University of Arizona vs. Gonzaga game at the NCAA basketball tournament at San Diego State University on Sunday, March 23, 2014. Arizona won 84-61, advancing to the Sweet Sixteen.
Arizona vs. Gonzaga through the years
Arizona guard T.J. McConnell (4) looks for room around Gonzaga guard Kyle Dranginis (3) during the first half of the University of Arizona vs. Gonzaga game at the NCAA basketball tournament at San Diego State University on Sunday, March 23, 2014. Arizona won 84-61, advancing to the Sweet Sixteen.
Arizona vs. Gonzaga through the years
Arizona guard Nick Johnson (13) steps back for a shot over Gonzaga guard/forward Drew Barham (43) during the first half of the University of Arizona vs. Gonzaga game at the NCAA basketball tournament at San Diego State University on Sunday, March 23, 2014. Arizona won 84-61, advancing to the Sweet Sixteen.
Arizona vs. Gonzaga through the years
Arizona forward Aaron Gordon (11) goes up strong against Gonzaga guard Kevin Pangos (4) during the first half of the University of Arizona vs. Gonzaga game at the NCAA basketball tournament at San Diego State University on Sunday, March 23, 2014. Arizona won 84-61, advancing to the Sweet Sixteen.
Arizona vs. Gonzaga through the years
Arizona guard T.J. McConnell (4) drives around Gonzaga guard David Stockton (11) during the first half of the University of Arizona vs. Gonzaga game at the NCAA basketball tournament at San Diego State University on Sunday, March 23, 2014. Arizona won 84-61, advancing to the Sweet Sixteen.
Arizona vs. Gonzaga through the years
Arizona forward Rondae Hollis-Jefferson (23) sends a dunk home over Gonzaga guard Gary Bell, Jr. (5) during the second half of the University of Arizona vs. Gonzaga game at the NCAA basketball tournament at San Diego State University on Sunday, March 23, 2014. Arizona won 84-61, advancing to the Sweet Sixteen.
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Arizona vs. Gonzaga through the years
Arizona guard Gabe York (1) celebrates an and-1 bucket during the second half of the University of Arizona vs. Gonzaga game at the NCAA basketball tournament at San Diego State University on Sunday, March 23, 2014. Arizona won 84-61, advancing to the Sweet Sixteen.
Arizona vs. Gonzaga through the years
Arizona guard Gabe York (1) handles the ball as Gonzaga guard David Stockton (11) pressures on a drive during the second half of the University of Arizona vs. Gonzaga game at the NCAA basketball tournament at San Diego State University on Sunday, March 23, 2014. Arizona won 84-61, advancing to the Sweet Sixteen.
Arizona vs. Gonzaga through the years
Arizona forward Aaron Gordon (11) smothers an effort from Gonzaga's Angel Nunez during the second half of the University of Arizona vs. Gonzaga game at the NCAA basketball tournament at San Diego State University on Sunday, March 23, 2014. Arizona won 84-61, advancing to the Sweet Sixteen.
Arizona vs. Gonzaga through the years
Arizona center Kaleb Tarczewski (35) and Arizona forward Aaron Gordon (11) smother a shot by Gonzaga center Przemek Karnowski (24) during the second half of the University of Arizona vs. Gonzaga game at the NCAA basketball tournament at San Diego State University on Sunday, March 23, 2014. Arizona won 84-61, advancing to the Sweet Sixteen.
Arizona vs. Gonzaga through the years
Arizona guard Nick Johnson (13) celebrates a defensive play during the second half of the University of Arizona vs. Gonzaga game at the NCAA basketball tournament at San Diego State University on Sunday, March 23, 2014. Arizona won 84-61, advancing to the Sweet Sixteen.
Arizona vs. Gonzaga through the years
Arizona guard Nick Johnson (13) and the Arizona bench cheer as the substitutes fire up shots late during the second half of the University of Arizona vs. Gonzaga game at the NCAA basketball tournament at San Diego State University on Sunday, March 23, 2014. Arizona won 84-61, advancing to the Sweet Sixteen.
Arizona vs. Gonzaga through the years
Arizona guard T.J. McConnell (4) cheers with the Arizona fans after the University of Arizona vs. Gonzaga game at the NCAA basketball tournament at San Diego State University on Sunday, March 23, 2014. Arizona won 84-61, advancing to the Sweet Sixteen.
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Arizona vs. Gonzaga through the years
Arizona forward Rondae Hollis-Jefferson (23) high-fives with fans after the University of Arizona vs. Gonzaga game at the NCAA basketball tournament at San Diego State University on Sunday, March 23, 2014. Arizona won 84-61, advancing to the Sweet Sixteen.
Arizona vs. Gonzaga through the years
Arizona head coach Sean Miller calls out directions to his team during the first half of the University of Arizona vs. Gonzaga game at the NCAA basketball tournament at San Diego State University on Sunday, March 23, 2014. Arizona won 84-61, advancing to the Sweet Sixteen.
Arizona vs. Gonzaga through the years
Arizona forward Aaron Gordon (11) roars after a dunk during the first half of the University of Arizona vs. Gonzaga game at the NCAA basketball tournament at San Diego State University on Sunday, March 23, 2014. Arizona won 84-61, advancing to the Sweet Sixteen.
Arizona vs. Gonzaga through the years
Arizona forward Rondae Hollis-Jefferson (23) gets his hand in the face of Gonzaga guard David Stockton (11) as he shoots during the first half of the University of Arizona vs. Gonzaga game at the NCAA basketball tournament at San Diego State University on Sunday, March 23, 2014. Arizona won 84-61, advancing to the Sweet Sixteen.
Arizona vs. Gonzaga through the years
Arizona guard T.J. McConnell (4) forces an errant shot from Gonzaga guard Kevin Pangos (4) during the first half of the University of Arizona vs. Gonzaga game at the NCAA basketball tournament at San Diego State University on Sunday, March 23, 2014. Arizona won 84-61, advancing to the Sweet Sixteen.
Arizona vs. Gonzaga through the years
Arizona guard Nick Johnson (13) puts up a shot over Gonzaga forward/center Sam Dower (35) and Gonzaga guard Gary Bell Jr. (5), right, during the first half of the University of Arizona vs. Gonzaga game at the NCAA basketball tournament at San Diego State University on Sunday, March 23, 2014. Arizona won 84-61, advancing to the Sweet Sixteen.
Arizona vs. Gonzaga through the years
Arizona teammates mob Arizona forward Brandon Ashley (21) at center court after the game finished in overtime during the No. 3 University of Arizona vs. No. 9 Gonzaga men's college basketball game on Saturday, Dec. 6, 2014, at McKale Center in Tucson, Ariz. Arizona won 66-63 in overtime.
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Arizona vs. Gonzaga through the years
Arizona guard T.J. McConnell (4) yells to the ZonaZoo student section to stand up after the No. 3 University of Arizona vs. No. 9 Gonzaga men's college basketball game on Saturday, Dec. 6, 2014, at McKale Center in Tucson, Ariz. Arizona won 66-63 in overtime.
Arizona vs. Gonzaga through the years
Arizona head coach Sean Miller, Arizona fans and the bench raise their hands in disbelief at an official's foul call on Arizona during the second half of the No. 3 University of Arizona vs. No. 9 Gonzaga men's college basketball game on Saturday, Dec. 6, 2014, at McKale Center in Tucson, Ariz. Arizona won 66-63 in overtime.
Arizona vs. Gonzaga through the years
Arizona forward Rondae Hollis-Jefferson (23) and Gonzaga guard Kyle Dranginis (3) contend for a rebound during the second half of the No. 3 University of Arizona vs. No. 9 Gonzaga men's college basketball game on Saturday, Dec. 6, 2014, at McKale Center in Tucson, Ariz. Arizona won 66-63 in overtime.
Arizona vs. Gonzaga through the years
Arizona head coach Sean Miller has some words for the officials after a contentious possession during the second half of the No. 3 University of Arizona vs. No. 9 Gonzaga men's college basketball game on Saturday, Dec. 6, 2014, at McKale Center in Tucson, Ariz. Arizona won 66-63 in overtime.
Arizona vs. Gonzaga through the years
Gonzaga forward Kyle Wiltjer (33) goes to the basket in front of Arizona guard Elliott Pitts (24) during the first half of the No. 3 University of Arizona vs. No. 9 Gonzaga men's college basketball game on Saturday, Dec. 6, 2014, at McKale Center in Tucson, Ariz.
Arizona vs. Gonzaga through the years
Arizona forward Rondae Hollis-Jefferson (23) celebrates a made three-pointer during the first half of the No. 3 University of Arizona vs. No. 9 Gonzaga men's college basketball game on Saturday, Dec. 6, 2014, at McKale Center in Tucson, Ariz.
Arizona vs. Gonzaga through the years
Arizona forward Stanley Johnson (5) drops a shot over the defense of Gonzaga guard Kevin Pangos (4) in the first half of their game at McKale Center, Saturday, Dec. 6, 2014, Tucson, Ariz.
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Arizona vs. Gonzaga through the years
Arizona center Kaleb Tarczewski (35) drives home a dunk over Gonzaga center Przemek Karnowski (24) in the second half of their game at McKale Center, Saturday, Dec. 6, 2014, Tucson, Ariz.
Arizona vs. Gonzaga through the years
Arizona guard Elliott Pitts (24) fouls Gonzaga guard Byron Wesley (22) in three-point land giving the Zags hope, trailing by three in overtime at McKale Center, Saturday, Dec. 6, 2014, Tucson, Ariz.
Arizona vs. Gonzaga through the years
Arizona forward Rondae Hollis-Jefferson (23) and Arizona forward Brandon Ashley (21) celebrate the win in overtime during the No. 3 University of Arizona vs. No. 9 Gonzaga men's college basketball game on Saturday, Dec. 6, 2014, at McKale Center in Tucson, Ariz. Arizona won 66-63 in overtime.
Arizona vs. Gonzaga through the years
Arizona forward Rondae Hollis-Jefferson (23) and his Arizona teammates celebrate at mid-court after overtime during the No. 3 University of Arizona vs. No. 9 Gonzaga men's college basketball game on Saturday, Dec. 6, 2014, at McKale Center in Tucson, Ariz. Arizona won 66-63 in overtime.
Arizona vs. Gonzaga through the years
Arizona guard T.J. McConnell (4) defends Gonzaga guard Kevin Pangos (4) during the second half of the No. 3 University of Arizona vs. No. 9 Gonzaga men's college basketball game on Saturday, Dec. 6, 2014, at McKale Center in Tucson, Ariz. Arizona won 66-63 in overtime.
Arizona vs. Gonzaga through the years
Arizona head coach Sean Miller yells to his team during the first half of the No. 3 University of Arizona vs. No. 9 Gonzaga men's college basketball game on Saturday, Dec. 6, 2014, at McKale Center in Tucson, Ariz.
Arizona vs. Gonzaga through the years
Arizona guard T.J. McConnell (4), center, roars in approval as Gonzaga misses late free throws in overtime during the No. 3 University of Arizona vs. No. 9 Gonzaga men's college basketball game on Saturday, Dec. 6, 2014, at McKale Center in Tucson, Ariz. Arizona won 66-63 in overtime.
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Arizona vs. Gonzaga through the years
Gonzaga guard Kevin Pangos (4) finds himself in a swarm of Arizona defenders during the first half of the No. 3 University of Arizona vs. No. 9 Gonzaga men's college basketball game on Saturday, Dec. 6, 2014, at McKale Center in Tucson, Ariz.
Arizona vs. Gonzaga through the years
Arizona forward Rondae Hollis-Jefferson (23) signals after draining a three-pointer against Gonzaga in the first half of their game at McKale Center, Saturday, Dec. 6, 2014, Tucson, Ariz.
Arizona vs. Gonzaga through the years
A student in the ZonaZoo section wearing a Gumby costume cheers the team's arrival on the court for Arizona's game against Gonzaga at McKale Center, Saturday, Dec. 6, 2014, Tucson, Ariz.
Arizona vs. Gonzaga through the years
Arizona forward Rondae Hollis-Jefferson (23) gestures to the crowd as he leaves the court following the Wildcats 66-63 overtime win against Gonzaga at McKale Center, Saturday, Dec. 6, 2014, Tucson, Ariz.
Arizona vs. Gonzaga through the years
Arizona guard T.J. McConnell (4) gets knocked around by Gonzaga guard Gary Bell Jr. (5), bottom, and Gonzaga guard Kevin Pangos (4) on his layup attempt in overtime of their game at McKale Center, Saturday, Dec. 6, 2014, Tucson, Ariz.
Arizona vs. Gonzaga through the years
Arizona guard T.J. McConnell (4) dries his hand on the sideline before taking a pair of free throws in overtime against Gonzaga at McKale Center, Saturday, Dec. 6, 2014, Tucson, Ariz.
Arizona vs. Gonzaga through the years
Gonzaga guard Kevin Pangos (4) finds himself in a crowded Arizona paint as Arizona forward Stanley Johnson (5) defends during the second half of the No. 3 University of Arizona vs. No. 9 Gonzaga men's college basketball game on Saturday, Dec. 6, 2014, at McKale Center in Tucson, Ariz. Arizona won 66-63 in overtime.
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