=== Gonzaga builds big lead, holds off FSU to advance ===

Buffalo, NY (Sports Network) - Matt Bouldin's 17 points led the way, as
Gonzaga staved off a late charge from Florida State to notch a 67-60 win
in the first round of the NCAA Tournament.

Steven Gray added 15 points and eight rebounds for the eighth-seeded Bulldogs
(27-6), who are making their 12th straight appearance in this event and will
play the winner of the Vermont/Syracuse battle in the second round of the West
Regional.

Robert Sacre and Elias Harris each scored 13 points and had a hand in the
Zags' shooting 50 percent from the floor.

Deividas Dulkys had 14 points and sank four three-pointers to help the ninth-
seeded Seminoles (22-10) cut an 18-point deficit in the second half to four
with under three minutes remaining.

Soloman Alabi added 13 points and six boards as Florida State was bounced in
the first round of the NCAAs for the second straight year.

03/19 21:39:01 ET


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