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Carter Nilson, Son of Gonzaga Alum, Joins Bulldogs Roster

6/9/2026

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Carter Nilson joins Gonzaga Bulldogs men's basketball roster for the 2026-27 season.
He is the son of former Gonzaga guard Mike Nilson, who played from 1996-2000.
The 6-foot-5 wing from Gonzaga Prep helped his high school lose to Richland in March.
He is expected to serve as a late-game substitute for Cade Orness and Noah Haaland.
The roster also lists Luca Foster, Sam Funches and Izan Almansa pending NCAA approval.

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Carter Nilson joins Gonzaga Bulldogs men's basketball roster for the 2026-27 season.
He is the son of former Gonzaga guard Mike Nilson, who played from 1996-2000.
The 6-foot-5 wing from Gonzaga Prep helped his high school lose to Richland in March.
He is expected to serve as a late-game substitute for Cade Orness and Noah Haaland.
The roster also lists Luca Foster, Sam Funches and Izan Almansa pending NCAA approval.