What went wrong for Gonzaga Bulldogs in exhibition loss to Tennessee Volunteers

The Gonzaga Bulldogs built a four point halftime lead, but ultimately got outscored by 23 points in the second half to fall to the Tennessee Volunteers, 99-80, in an exhibition matchup on Pay-Per-View Friday evening. Mark Few and Rick Barnes each played their primary rotations, so the question is: should Zag fans be worried about this team?Today's episode is a variation of our normal mailbag Monday, with Connor Hope of Heat Check CBB joining us to break down the exhibition game and answer several key questions.We start by looking at Gonzaga's defense, particularly the communication, and what needs to change for this team to avoid multiple early season losses.In the second segment we look at the performances of Gonzaga's newcomers - Efton Reid and Malachi Smith - and how they acclimated offensively and defensively. Connor explains why he wasn't surprised Smith is coming off the bench at this point, and talks about Reid's strength down around the rim and how critical it is for the Zags.Finally, we end the show with discussion about exhibition games at large, and how Few and Barnes are trying to elevate the sport of college basketball by playing these high-profile, but ultimately inconsequential, games prior to the season's tip-off.Link to Andy's website all about Gonzaga: }https://scorezagsscore.com/Danny Evans GoFundMe: }https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-coach-danny-evans-his-childrenJeremy Eaton GoFundMe: }https://www.gofundme.com/f/r8yj3-jeremys-cancer-fundhttps://linktr.ee/LockedOnZagsLocked on Zags - Part of the Locked on Podcast Network.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15,” and you’ll get 15% off your next order.BetOnline AGThere is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus.PrizePicksDon’t hesitate, check out PrizePicks.com and use promo code: “LOCKEDON” or go to your app store and download the app today. PrizePicks is daily fantasy made easy!NetSuiteOver twenty-seven thousand businesses already use NetSuite and RIGHT NOW through the end of the year NetSuite is offering a one-of-a-kind financing program to those ready to upgrade at NetSuite.com/LOCKEDONNCAA. C3fXiHupJDC9byuRc45r Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices