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Gonzaga Forward Graham Ike Projects as Late Second-Round NBA Draft Candidate

After a breakout season and workouts with several NBA franchises, the All-American third-team honoree eyes a two-way contract and Summer League action

Gonzaga forward Graham Ike, an All-American Third Team honoree, is projected as a late second-round pick in the 2026 NBA draft, currently ranked No. 65 by ESPN analyst Jeremy Woo.

A Workout Circuit That Could Shape His Future

During his three-year stint at Gonzaga he earned All-WCC First Team honors each season and capped his college career with averages of 22.4 points and 7.0 rebounds, displaying a tenacious rebounding style and a work ethic that teammates like Ryan Nembhard and Michael Ajayi have praised.

Ike has conducted workouts with a handful of NBA franchises, including the Atlanta Hawks, Boston Celtics and Orlando Magic, where he has been evaluated alongside prospects such as Tyler Bilodeau, Nate Bittle, Trey Kaufman-Renn, Elijah Mahi and Braden Huff.

If he goes undrafted, Ike could elect to sign a two-way contract, a path that would let him develop in the G League while maintaining an NBA roster spot, and he is slated to participate in the Summer League in Las Vegas in July.

The combination of his draft positioning, workout exposure and willingness to explore contract options underscores a career trajectory that could see him transition smoothly from Gonzaga to the professional ranks.

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