Courtesy of Eurobasket LLC Here is the weekly review of the top performing Fighting Camels alumni, who are currently playing in pro basketball.
#1. Cedric Henderson Jr., a 6'6'' guard/forward who is 26 years old, graduated from Arizona in 2023. He previously played for Campbell between 2019 and 2022, where he received the All-Big South Conference Honorable Mention award. Currently, he is playing professionally in Lithuania. In a recent game, Henderson Jr. led his Lithuanian team, Siauliai, to a thrilling 74-71 victory over the eighth-ranked Lions in the BKT Eurocup. He was named the MVP of the game after putting up an impressive performance, scoring 24 points, grabbing 11 rebounds, and providing 3 assists in just 30 minutes of play. This marked his debut game for Siauliai this season, and his contributions have helped his team secure the second position in the league standings. Despite the early stage of the season, Henderson Jr.'s exceptional skills and leadership on the court have already begun to establish him as a finalist. In a standout game against London L., where he showcased his talent by achieving a triple-double, scoring 24 points, grabbing 11 rebounds, and providing 3 assists, Henderson Jr. was awarded the prestigious Triple-Double Badge from eurobasket.com. His outstanding performance further solidified his reputation as a champion in the making.
#2. In an impressive showcase of talent, Eric Van Der Heijden, a 24-year-old 6'9'' forward and Fighting Camels alum from 2025, showcased his skills as a professional basketball player in Sweden. Van Der Heijden, playing for Uppsala, led his team to a hard-fought 92-88 victory over the closely-ranked Hogsbo, with his stellar performance earning him the title of MVP of the game. Van Der Heijden's exceptional contributions included a double-double with 23 points and 12 rebounds, along with 4 assists and 3 steals in 35 minutes of play. This remarkable display of skill is even more impressive considering it is only his second season in professional basketball. KFUM Uppsala, currently placed fourth in the league with a 2-1 record, greatly benefited from Van Der Heijden's talents. Furthermore, Van Der Heijden's outstanding performance against Hogsbo not only secured the win but also earned him the prestigious Triple-Double Badge from eurobasket.com. His remarkable efforts on the court truly solidified his status as a champion among players in the league. Individually, Van Der Heijden has been having an excellent season, boasting impressive statistics with averages of 15.7 points per game, 10.3 rebounds per game, 4.7 assists per game, and 3.3 steals per game. His exceptional skills and remarkable contributions have undoubtedly made him a standout player in the league. It's worth noting that Eric Van Der Heijden is a naturalized Dutch player, adding to the diverse talent pool in the Swedish Basketligan.
#3. Chris Clemons, a 5'9'' point guard who graduated from Campbell in 2019 and received the All-Big South Conference Player of the Year award that same year, currently plays professionally in Russia. In a recent matchup, he played a crucial role in Uralmash's 80-75 victory over closely-ranked Avtodor in the VTB United League. Clemons, in his first season with the team, showcased his skills by contributing 7 points, 3 rebounds, and 6 assists during the game, helping Uralmash secure the win. His exceptional performance was key in leading his team to triumph as the champion of the game. Uralmash Yekaterinburg, with a current record of 1-1, holds the sixth position in the league standings. Clemons has been delivering solid stats this season, averaging 11.0 points, 3.5 rebounds, 5.0 assists, and 2.0 steals per game. Notably, he is a naturalized American player who has been making a significant impact in the league with his skills and contributions on the court.
#4. Russian Alex Kotov, a 6'10'' forward and 27-year-old Fighting Camels alumnus from 2024, currently playing professionally in Japan, emerged as a significant force in the Aomori Watts' narrow 1-point victory over the Orange Vikings, who are the second-ranked team in the Japanese B.One League. Kotov's stellar performance on Sunday night was pivotal in the 96-95 triumph. Impressively, Kotov achieved a double-double by contributing 17 points and grabbing 10 rebounds in just 23 minutes of play, showcasing his prowess on the court. It is noteworthy that this is only Kotov's third season in professional basketball, highlighting his rapid progress and impact in the league. The Aomori Watts, with a current record of 1-3, hold the fourth position in the North group standings. In a standout display of skill against Ehime OV, Kotov once again shined by scoring 17 points, securing 10 rebounds, and providing 1 assist, leading his team to victory. His exceptional performance underscores his value as a true champion and a key player for his team. This season, Kotov is maintaining solid averages of 9.8 points per game, 8.5 rebounds per game, and 2.0 assists per game, further solidifying his position as a standout finalist in the league.
#5. Lithuanian Laurynas Vaistaras, a 6'7'' guard/forward aged 25, who graduated from Mercer in 2025 and previously played for Campbell between 2020 and 2024, showcased his skills in a recent game for Gargzdu SC Gargzdai in the Lithuanian Betsafe Lietuvos krepsinio lyga. Despite only scoring 2 points and grabbing 4 rebounds in 17 minutes, Vaistaras played a crucial role in his team's 105-102 victory over Rytas, one of the league's weakest teams with a 0-1 record. Gargzdu SC Gargzdai, currently boasting a 3-1 record, sits in second place in the league standings, thanks in part to Vaistaras' contributions. This win marked his team's third consecutive victory, highlighting their strong performance this season. Vaistaras' modest statistics of 2 points, 4 rebounds, and 1 assist in the game against Rytas do not fully reflect his impact on the court, as his efforts were vital in securing the win and advancing to the next round of competition. With an average of 1.8 points per game and 3.0 rebounds per game this season, Vaistaras continues to prove his value to Gargzdu SC Gargzdai. His performance in the recent game further solidified his reputation as a champion, showcasing his ability to contribute to his team's success in crucial moments.
Other former Campbell University players, who play in pro basketball:
Ricky Clemons (6'2''-G-2000, played in 2023-23) played for Slavia in Czech Republic NBL
Elijah Walsh (6'5''-G-2002, played in 2022-25) signed for Manchester Basketball in British SLB
DJ Smith (6'0''-PG-2002, played in 2025-26) signed for Norrkoping in Swedish Basketligan
Tasos Cook (6'2''-G-2002, played in 2023-26) signed for Iraklis in Greek GBL
Jonathan Rodriguez (6'5''-SF-1987, played in 2006-10) plays for Osos de Manati in Puerto Rican BSN
Eric Griffin (6'8''-F-1990, played in 2010-12) plays for Santos de San Luis Potosi in Mexican LNBP
Jasin Sinani (6'3''-G-2000, played in 2022-25) signed for Mazeikiai in Lithuanian NKL
Gediminas Mokseckas (6'4''-G-2000, played in 2020-25) signed for Suduva-Mantinga in Lithuanian NKL
Milos Stajcic (6'10''-C-1999, played in 2018-22) signed for Stjarnan in Icelandic Subway League
Bragi Gudmundsson (6'5''-G-2003, played in 2024-25) signed for Keflavik in Icelandic Subway League
Jesus Carralero (6'7''-F-2000, played in 2019-23) signed for Zamora in Spanish Primera FEB
Joshua Lusane (6'7''-F-2001, played in 2019-23) played for Niki Volou in Greek Elite League
Caleb Zurliene (6'8''-G/F, played in 2024-25) played for Uni Baskets Muenster in German ProB
DJ Mason (6'6''-F-1994, played in 2012-16) plays for Carolina Thunder in the ECBL
Notice: The list above includes only some of alumni playing currently in pro basketball. Check complete list of Campbell University basketball alumni.
Cedric Henderson Jr. is last week best Fighting Camels alumni, who plays professional basketball (Photo: @bc.siauliai)
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