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How Graham Ike's G League Combine performance could affect his NBA draft stock

Gonzaga Bulldogs On SI·Andy Patton·21 days ago
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Under Mark Few, Gonzaga has consistently been among the best places for post players to develop professionally, with six current big men playing in the NBA: Brandon Clarke, Zach Collins, Chet Holmgren, Kelly Olynyk, Domantas Sabonis, and Drew Timme. After a storied career in Spokane, Graham Ike is hoping to add his name to that list this year. Ike - who is the first Zag and fourth WCC player to record over 2,000 points and 1,00 rebounds in his career - wrapped up a productive weekend at the G League Combine in Chicago, showcasing his physical strength and touch around the rim in a pair of scrimmages in front of hundreds of NBA scouts and team personnel. However, the biggest benefit to Ike's draft stock wasn't what he did on the court, but rather how he measured off of it. Gonzaga's big man was measured at 6'9 3/4 barefoot, taller than expected, and his 7'5.25 wingspan is absurdly high - a huge win for Ike, who was widely considered too small to be an impactful post player at the next level.…

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