Braeden Smith

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Braeden Smith
No. 2–Gonzaga Bulldogs
Position Point guard
League West Coast Conference
Personal information
Born Charlotte, North Carolina, U.S.
Listed height6 ft 0 in (1.83 m)
Listed weight180 lb (82 kg)
Career information
High school
College
Career highlights and awards

Braeden Smith is an American college basketball player for the Gonzaga Bulldogs of the West Coast Conference. He previously played for the Colgate Raiders.

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Early life and high school career

Smith was born in Charlotte, North Carolina but moved to Seattle, Washington at a young age. His parents, Reggie and Kristin Smith, played basketball in high school, and he has two younger brothers. [1] Smith attended Seattle Prep, where he was coached by Mike Kelly. In December 2021, Smith set the all-time assist and steals records and surpassed 1,000 career points in a 75–55 win over Lakeside. He committed to play college basketball at Colgate. [2]

College career

Smith averaged 11.6 points, 3.9 rebounds and 4.3 assists per game.as a freshman. [3] He was named to the Patriot League All-Rookie Team. [4] As a sophomore, Smith averaged 12.5 points, 5.6 rebounds and 5.5 assists per game. He was named Patriot League Player of the Year. Smith led the Raiders to the NCAA tournament, where they lost to Baylor in the first round. Following the season he transferred to Gonzaga. [5]

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References

  1. ↑ Aquije, Omar (May 12, 2023). "Braeden Smith's breakout first year". Colgate Raiders . Retrieved July 1, 2024.
  2. ↑ Buhler, Andy (December 17, 2021). "Braeden Smith breaks Seattle Prep assists, steals records in win over Lakeside". Sports Illustrated . Retrieved July 1, 2024.
  3. ↑ Connolly, Matt (April 29, 2024). "Colgate guard Braeden Smith enters NCAA transfer portal". On3.com. Retrieved July 1, 2024.
  4. ↑ "Colgate Lauded with Postseason All-Patriot Honors". Colgate Raiders . February 27, 2023. Retrieved July 1, 2024.
  5. ↑ Forsman, Cole (June 30, 2024). "Gonzaga lands Colgate transfer Braeden Smith". Sports Illustrated . Retrieved July 1, 2024.
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