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Gonzaga to Sit Graham Ike vs. Seattle With Ankle Soreness as Braden Huff Faces 4–8 Weeks Out

Injuries to Ike plus Huff push Gonzaga toward smaller lineups.

Overview

  • Gonzaga said Graham Ike will miss the Seattle U game with right ankle soreness and is day to day after traveling in a boot.
  • Braden Huff remains sidelined four to eight weeks with a left knee injury sustained in practice, per the school.
  • The Bulldogs beat Washington State 86-65 without Huff, with Ike posting 23 points and 11 rebounds as Gonzaga dominated the paint and glass.
  • Coaches are weighing smaller frontcourt looks and expanded roles for reserves, with options including Jalen Warley at the four and more minutes for Ismaila Diagne.
  • The recovery window places uncertainty on Huff’s availability for the WCC tournament and NCAA preparation, though a return this season has been reported as possible.