(Saturday, March 9th)

Final Score: (1) Gonzaga 66, Loyola Marymount 48

Las Vegas, NV (Sports Network) - Elias Harris scored a game-high 21 points and grabbed eight rebounds, as Gonzaga earned its first-ever victory as a No. 1 team with a 66-48 triumph over Loyola Marymount in a semifinal matchup in the West Coast Conference Tournament on Saturday at Orleans Arena.

Kevin Pangos followed with 14 points, while Gary Bell, Jr. and WCC Player of the Year Kelly Olynyk added eight points apiece for the Bulldogs (30-2), who have won 13 straight games and are headed to the WCC title game for the 16th straight season.

Gonzaga will be vying for its 12th tourney crown since 1995 when they take on either defending champion St. Mary's or San Diego in Monday's title game.

Anthony Ireland led the Lions (11-23) with 19 points and six boards.

03/09 23:38:27 ET