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Gonzaga's Braden Huff Named to Naismith Trophy Preseason Watchlist

Gonzaga's Braden Huff Named to Naismith Trophy Preseason Watchlist
Sports Talents · 13:02:24 - Wednesday, 4 November 2026

Gonzaga Bulldogs forward Braden Huff has been named to the Naismith Trophy Preseason Watchlist, the award's governing body announced on Tuesday.

The 6-foot-10 sophomore, who wears No. 34, earned the recognition after a strong start to the 2026-27 season. In the Bulldogs' 78-72 victory over the Purdue Boilermakers at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas on November 2, Huff contributed significantly to the win.

The Naismith Trophy is awarded annually to the most outstanding men's college basketball player. The preseason watchlist includes 50 players from across NCAA Division I.

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