Wayne County, N.C. — Wayne Preparatory Academy senior Isaiah Thomas reached a historic milestone on Tuesday, Jan. 6, by scoring his 2,000th career point during a matchup against the Community Christian Cyclones, cementing his place as one of the school’s all-time greats.
A four-year cornerstone of the Generals basketball program, Thomas has been putting up phenomenal numbers this season, averaging 30 points per game overall and an impressive 35 points per game over the past month while shooting 56% from the field. Beyond scoring, Thomas leads the team in rebounds (8.2 per game), assists (3.3 per game), and steals (3.3 per game), demonstrating his all-around impact on the court.
Isaiah’s success isn’t limited to basketball. He maintains a strong 3.6 GPA and has earned numerous honors throughout his high school career, including:
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2023 CAASC State Champion
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2023 Defensive Player of the Year
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2024 Player of the Year
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Three-time All-Conference Team selection
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Two-time All-State Team honoree
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2025 Citizenship Award recipient
Looking ahead, Thomas plans to pursue a college degree in exercise science with the goal of a career in physical therapy, though he has not yet decided on a college.
Wayne Preparatory Academy praised Thomas for his dedication, leadership, and character, congratulating him on reaching this milestone and celebrating his continued success both on and off the court.
