In the heart of Kansas City, Gonzaga's own Graham Ike has earned a spot on the NABC Division I All-America Third Team, a testament to his standout performance this season. Recognized by coaches across NCAA Division I, Ike's inclusion is well-deserved and highlights his impressive contributions on the court.
Ike has been a powerhouse in the West Coast Conference, clinching the Player of the Year title. Leading the WCC in scoring with 19.7 points per game, he’s also making waves with his 8.2 rebounds per game and a stellar .573 field goal percentage. When it comes to conference play, Ike has been unstoppable-averaging 21.9 points, shooting .613 from the field, and pulling down 8.2 rebounds.
His knack for double-doubles is notable, ranking 16th nationally with 14 this season. Consistency is key, and Ike has delivered double-digit scoring in nearly every game, missing the mark just once.
A standout performance against Santa Clara saw him surpass Gonzaga legend Drew Timme for the most games with at least 20 points and 10 rebounds in the last 30 years-a total of 16 such games. Adding to his accolades, Ike leads the WCC with three 30-point games this season.
On the national stage, Ike is a force among active players with 2,531 career points, leading the pack. His 1,133 rebounds place him second, making him the only player with over 2,000 points and 1,000 rebounds.
Joining an elite group, he’s just the 86th player in NCAA Division I history to notch 2,500 career points. His career stats are equally impressive with 975 field goals, leading the nation, and 535 free throws, ranking fourth.
His 45 career double-doubles rank him third nationally.
The NABC Division I All-America Teams also feature stars like Darius Acuff Jr. from Arkansas and Cameron Boozer from Duke on the First Team. The Second Team boasts talents like Kingston Flemings from Houston and Thomas Haugh from Florida. Alongside Ike on the Third Team are Jaden Bradley from Arizona and Jeremy Fears Jr. from Michigan State, rounding out a list of remarkable athletes who have left their mark this season.