Courtesy of Eurobasket LLC Every week we bring you a list of the top former Blue Demons players who continue their career in pro basketball.
#1. Anaya Peoples, a 5'11'' guard who graduated from DePaul in 2024, has been making waves in the Polish Orlen Basket Liga Kobiet as she plays professionally in Poland. In a recent game, she led Bochnia to a thrilling victory over the closely-ranked Lublin, with a final score of 100-93. Peoples' remarkable performance earned her the title of MVP of the game, showcasing her exceptional skills on the court. She scored an impressive 30 points, grabbed 5 rebounds, dished out 4 assists, and made 3 steals in just 35 minutes of play. This outstanding display of talent is even more remarkable considering that she is only in her third season of professional basketball. The game between Bochnia and Lublin was highly anticipated, as both teams are among the top 4 ranked teams in the league. Bochnia, with a current record of 3-0, is leading the league standings. Peoples' stellar performance against Lublin not only solidified her team's victory but also highlighted her prowess as a true champion player. Peoples' individual stats for the season further underscore her exceptional abilities on the court. She is currently averaging 19.3 points per game, ranking fourth in the league, along with 8.0 rebounds, 3.7 assists, and 2.3 steals per game. Her consistent high-level performance is setting her apart as a standout finalist in the league.
#2. Meg Newman, a 23-year-old former Blue Demons alumna from 2026, has been excelling in her pro basketball career in Sweden. Recently, she led her team, Ostersund, to a crucial victory over Lund in the Swedish Damligan. In this game, Newman showcased her talent by recording a double-double with 16 points and 14 rebounds in just 34 minutes of play. This remarkable performance earned her the MVP title for the game. Despite it being Newman's first season in professional basketball and her first game for Ostersund, she demonstrated her skills and potential by making a significant impact on the court. Her stellar performance not only secured the win for her team but also earned her the prestigious Triple-Double Badge from eurobasket.com, solidifying her reputation as a champion player. Currently, Newman's team is ranked sixth in the league, and her addition has undoubtedly strengthened their lineup. With her exceptional abilities and determination, Newman is poised to continue making significant contributions to Ostersund and further establish herself as a finalist player in the league.
#3. Jade Edwards, an 18-year-old guard standing at 5'9'' who recently graduated from DePaul in 2024, showcased her talent as a professional player in Italy. She played a key role in Trieste's narrow 63-62 victory against the ninth-ranked Cagliari Virtus in the Italian Serie A2 on Saturday night. Edwards displayed her skills by scoring 12 points, grabbing 7 rebounds, and providing 3 assists, while also showing precision by making all five of her free throws, during her 37 minutes on the court. This game marked her debut for Trieste this season. Despite being in her first game, Edwards proved to be a valuable asset to her team, helping them secure the win. Trieste, currently placed fifth in Group A, benefited greatly from her outstanding performance. Edwards was undoubtedly the champion of the game, making a significant impact with her contributions.
Other former De Paul University players, who play in pro basketball:
Alexa Held (5'10''-G-1999, played in 2018-22) plays for Phoenix Mercury in the WNBA
Brandi Harvey-Carr (6'4''-C-1994, played in 2012-16) plays for Correcaminos in Mexican LNBPF
Sonya Morris (5'10''-G-1997, played in 2018-22) plays for Greensboro Groove in the UpShot
Notice: The list above includes only some of alumni playing currently in pro basketball. Check complete list of De Paul University basketball alumni.
Anaya Peoples is last week best Blue Demons alumni, who plays professional basketball (Photo: @ndwbb)
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