Courtesy of Eurobasket LLC Every week we bring you a list of the top former Dragons players who continue their career in pro basketball.
#1. Melik Martin, a 6'6'' guard/forward who graduated from Drexel in 2022 and currently plays professionally in Mexico, displayed his prowess on the basketball court by leading Frayles de Guasave to a 100-94 victory over the eighth-ranked Pioneros Los Mochis. In this recent game, Martin showcased his skills by scoring 14 points, securing 3 rebounds, and providing 3 assists in just 27 minutes of play. This stellar performance helped elevate his team to success, solidifying his reputation as a champion player. Frayles de Guasave, currently holding the second spot in the league with a record of 23-17, has benefited greatly from Martin's contributions throughout the season. With an average of 14.4 points, 4.2 rebounds, 2.4 assists, and 1.4 steals per game in the 33 games he has participated in so far, Martin has consistently demonstrated his value as a key player for his team. His impressive stats and impactful presence on the court underscore his importance as a finalist player in the Mexican Circuito de Baloncesto de la Costa del Pacifico.
Other former Drexel University players, who play in pro basketball:
Amari Williams (7'0''-F-2002, played in 2020-24) plays for Boston Celtics in the NBA
Damion Lee (6'6''-G-1992, played in 2011-15) plays for Ironi Hai Motors Nes-Ziona in Israeli Winner League
Dartaye Ruffin (6'9''-C-1991, played in 2010-14) plays for Nassjo in Swedish Basketligan
Kari Jonsson (6'4''-G-1997, played in 2014-18) plays for Valur in Icelandic Subway League
Zach Walton (6'6''-F-1997, played in 2018-21) plays for Hubner NBS in Hungarian B Red
Tadas Kararinas (6'10''-PF-1998, played in 2017-21) plays for Silute in Lithuanian NKL
Sammy Mojica (6'3''-G-1994, played in 2014-18) played for Leones in Ecuadorian Liga Basquet Pro few monts ago
Samuel Givens (6'6''-F-1989, played in 2008-12) played for Colonias in Paraguayan LNB last year
Luke House (6'4''-G/F, played in 2020-24) played for Red Rose Thunder in the The Basketball Tournament last year
Notice: The list above includes only some of alumni playing currently in pro basketball. Check complete list of Drexel University basketball alumni.
Melik Martin is last week best Dragons alumni, who plays professional basketball (Photo: @clubfraylesdeguasave)
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