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Heytvelt leads Gonzaga past pesky Akron (AP) (sports.yahoo.com)

Staring at a third straight first-round flop, Gonzaga responded like the talented and NCAA tournament-tested team it is. Josh Heytvelt scored 22 points -- seven during a decisive late run -- and the Bulldogs rallied to get past rugged, determined but ultimately overwhelmed Akron 77-64 on Thursday night in the South Regional.