Courtesy of Eurobasket LLC We bring you last week's top former Blue Devils players who are currently playing in pro basketball.
#1. Jordan Jones, a 24-year-old point guard standing at 6'0" who graduated from CCSU in 2025 and received the prestigious All-NEC Player of the Year award, currently plays professionally in Germany. In a recent game, he led Bamberg Baskets to a resounding victory over Rasta Vechta, one of the league's struggling teams with a 0-2 record, with a dominant scoreline of 108-67 in the German easyCredit BBL. Despite playing only 19 minutes, Jones showcased his skills by scoring 13 points and distributing 5 assists. Although Bamberg Baskets currently holds the 12th position in the league with a 1-2 record, it is still early in the season, leaving room for improvement and changes in the standings. This marks Jones' debut season with the team, and his impact has already been felt on the court. His remarkable performance against Vechta highlights his ability to lead his team to victory, solidifying his status as a champion. Jones' statistics for the season so far are impressive, averaging 9.7 points, 4.0 assists, and 1.3 steals per game across three games. With his consistent contributions and leadership, Jones is poised to make a significant impact and help his team strive for success as the season progresses.
#2. Nigel Scantlebury, a 6'0'' point guard and 26-year-old Blue Devils alumnus from the class of 2023, showcased his talents as a professional basketball player in Germany. Playing for the Giessen 46ers in the BARMER 2. Basketball Bundesliga ProA, he made a significant impact in a thrilling match against the Artland Dragons, who were ranked tenth. In the closely contested game, the Giessen 46ers emerged victorious with a score of 91-87 on Friday night. Scantlebury's contribution to the team was notable, as he scored 7 points and provided 2 assists in just 15 minutes of play. This marked his debut game for the Giessen 46ers this season, making his performance even more impressive. Currently, his team holds the third position in the league standings, a testament to their strong start to the season. His scoring ability and playmaking skills were crucial in securing the win against the Artland Dragons. Scantlebury's presence on the court proved to be instrumental in leading his team to success, highlighting his capabilities as a champion.
#3. Abdul Momoh, standing tall at 6'7'' and playing as a forward, completed his studies at UIC in 2026 before transitioning to a successful basketball career. Despite his college years at CCSU from 2021 to 2025, where he notably received the All-NEC Defensive Player of the Year award, Momoh now shines as a professional player in France. Recently, he played a crucial role in Etoile Angers Basket's triumph over the ninth-ranked Bordeaux in a French Nationale Masculine 1 game, securing a 63-56 victory. In this game, Momoh displayed his skills by achieving a double-double with 14 points and 10 rebounds. Additionally, he showcased his defensive prowess with 5 blocks and 4 steals, all within 29 minutes of play. This remarkable performance is even more impressive considering it's only his first season in professional basketball. Currently, Etoile Angers Basket holds the third position in Group B, with Momoh proving to be a valuable asset in his debut year with the team. During the match against Bordeaux, Momoh not only contributed offensively and defensively but also facilitated his team's success by adding 2 assists. His overall performance exemplified his capabilities on the court, solidifying his reputation as a champion. In the three games he has played this season, Momoh has maintained impressive averages of 9.3 points, 6.3 rebounds, 2.0 assists, 2.3 blocks (ranking him third in the league), and 2.3 steals per game. It is worth noting that Abdul Momoh is a naturalized Nigerian player, bringing talent and skill to the professional basketball scene in France.
#4. French Allan Jeanne-Rose, standing at 6'7'' and an alum of the Blue Devils from 2024, who helped them secure the NEC Regular Season Co-Champion title that year, currently plays professionally in France. In a recent game, he was unable to assist his team, ASA, as they suffered a 88-95 defeat on the road against the higher-ranked (#7) La Rochelle. Despite the loss, Jeanne-Rose showcased an impressive performance, achieving a double-double with 21 points and 13 rebounds, along with contributing 4 assists in 32 minutes of play. This game marked his debut for ASA this season, a notable accomplishment considering he is only in his third season in professional basketball. His outstanding display on the court against La Rochelle, where he excelled in scoring, rebounding, and facilitating assists, earned him the Triple-Double Badge from eurobasket.com, underscoring his reputation as a champion player.
Other former Central Connecticut State University players, who play in pro basketball:
Kenneth Horton (6'7''-PF-1989, played in 2007-12) played for Gimnasia in Argentinian La Liga
Javier Mojica (6'3''-SG-1984, played in 2003-07) plays for Vaqueros de Bayamon in Puerto Rican BSN
Jamir Coleman (6'7''-F-1997, played in 2018-20) signed for Qatar Club in Qatari QBL
Matias Rissanen (6'7''-F-2003, played in 2023-24) signed for Kouvot in Finnish Korisliiga
Ian Krishnan (6'2''-G, played in 2018-22) signed for Iverioni in Georgian Superleague
Nico Ashley (6'7''-F-2002, played in 2025-26) signed for Hibernians in Maltese BOV League D1
Wassef Methnani (6'9''-F-1998, played in 2020-21) signed for TUN NT in Tunisian
Kyle Vinales (6'2''-SG-1992, played in 2011-14) plays for Niagara River Lions in CEBL
Jayden Brown (6'8''-F/C, played in 2021-25) plays for Bellarine Storm in Australian Big V
Notice: The list above includes only some of alumni playing currently in pro basketball. Check complete list of Central Connecticut State University basketball alumni.
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