Gonzaga’s Graham Ike Earns Preseason Third Team All-American Honors
Gonzaga’s Graham Ike has received significant recognition early in the college basketball season. This week, he was honored as a Preseason Third Team All-American by Sporting News. This accolade comes after an impressive start to the season, where the Zags achieved a 2-0 record with victories against Texas Southern and Oklahoma.
Early Season Performance
In his first two games, Ike has demonstrated his skills on the court. He has totaled 32 points and 22 rebounds while also contributing eight assists. His standout performances include a double-double against Texas Southern, where he scored 13 points and grabbed 11 rebounds. In the team’s recent 83-68 victory over Oklahoma, Ike elevated his game further, scoring 19 points and adding another 11 rebounds.
Awards and Recognition
In addition to being named a Third Team All-American, Ike has received other accolades this preseason:
- Preseason Third Team All-American by CBS Sports
- Naismith Award Watch List candidate
- Preseason All-WCC First Team selection
- Karl Malone Power Forward Watch List candidate
Sporting News Third Team Overview
The Sporting News Third Team also includes notable players such as:
- Zuby Ejiofor (St. John’s, Center)
- Trey Kaufman-Renn (Purdue, Forward)
- Tahaad Pettiford (Auburn, Guard)
- Alex Karaban (UConn, Forward)
Recognized Players in Other Teams
The Sporting News lists additional talented players across its All-American teams:
- First Team: Braden Smith (Purdue, Guard), JT Toppin (Texas Tech, Forward), Otega Oweh (Kentucky, Forward), Darryn Peterson (Kansas, Guard), AJ Dybantsa (BYU, Forward)
- Second Team: Milos Uzan (Houston, Guard), Mikel Brown (Louisville, Guard), Cameron Boozer (Duke, Forward), Yaxel Lendeborg (Michigan, Forward)
As the season progresses, all eyes will be on Graham Ike as he continues his impressive performances and strives to lead Gonzaga to victory.
