Gonzaga’s Graham Ike Achieves Scoring Milestone Against Creighton

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Gonzaga’s Graham Ike Achieves Scoring Milestone Against Creighton

Gonzaga Bulldogs’ forward Graham Ike made headlines during a recent game against Creighton, reaching a significant career milestone. Ike sank three three-point shots within the first four minutes, marking not only his season debut in long-range shooting but also propelling him past the 2,000 career points threshold.

Career Highlights and Milestones

Entering the game against No. 23 Creighton, Ike had accumulated 1,991 points in his college career. This total includes 778 points earned during his two seasons at Wyoming from 2020 to 2022. After missing the entire 2022-23 season due to a leg injury, he transferred to Gonzaga, where he emerged as a dominant scorer.

2023-24 Season: 576 points in 35 games, averaging 16.5 points per game.
2024-25 Season: 605 points in 35 games, averaging 17.3 points per game.

Significance of the 2,000 Point Mark

With this milestone, Ike joins an exclusive group in Gonzaga’s history. He becomes one of only three players to surpass 2,000 points, a feat achieved by:

Frank Burgess (1958-1961)
Jim McPhee (1985-1990)
Drew Timme in the Mark Few era

While Ike’s total includes points scored at both Gonzaga and Wyoming, his accomplishment stands out in a program renowned for producing high-scoring players. Notably, several high-profile transfers, such as Kyle Wiltjer (1,909 points), Rasir Bolton (1,867), and Khalif Battle (1,818), fell short of the 2,000-point mark.

Future Prospects

As Gonzaga continues to rely on strong performances from their big men, Ike indicates a shift in long-term scoring potential for the team. However, current rosters have no immediate candidates poised to achieve similar scoring feats, especially in an era defined by the transfer portal. Braden Huff, for instance, had 740 points before the recent game but remains distanced from the 2,000 point achievement.

Preseason Recognition

Leading into his final collegiate season, Graham Ike received multiple preseason accolades, reflecting his prowess and importance to the team. Recognitions include: