Courtesy of Eurobasket LLC We bring you last week's top former Pirates players who are currently playing in pro basketball.
#1. Vance Jackson, a 6'9'' forward who graduated from ECU in 2022 and now plays professionally in Kosovo, was unable to lead Vellaznimi (0-2) to victory in their recent game. Despite his exceptional performance, Vellaznimi fell short at home against the higher-ranked (#4) Sigal Prishtina, losing 71-83. In the game, Jackson showcased his skills by recording a double-double with 17 points and 11 rebounds. He also contributed 2 assists and 3 steals during his 39 minutes on the court. Although the loss was disappointing, it is still early in the season, and there is potential for improvement as the team progresses. This marks Jackson's first year with the team, and he made a strong impression in the match against Sigal Prishtina with his impressive stat line. Despite the outcome, his noteworthy performance earned him the Triple-Double Badge from eurobasket.com, highlighting his abilities as a true champion in the game. Individually, Jackson has been having a stellar season so far, averaging 16.0 points, 7.5 rebounds, 1.5 assists, and 2.0 steals per game in the two games he has played. With his consistent contributions and standout performances, Jackson continues to demonstrate his prowess both on the court and as a finalist in every game he plays.
#2. Luke Davis, a 25-year-old 6'8'' forward/center and a former Pirates alumnus from 2026, showcased his skills as a professional player in Luxembourg by being a major contributor to Mess' victory over the eighth-ranked Mamer with a score of 85-81 in the Luxembourg Nationale 2 league. In his debut game for Mess this season, Davis recorded an impressive double-double, scoring 18 points, grabbing 13 rebounds, and dishing out 5 assists in 40 minutes of play. Despite it being his first season in professional basketball, Davis displayed exceptional talent and versatility, earning himself the Triple-Double Badge from eurobasket.com. This outstanding performance solidified Davis' reputation as a true champion on the court, highlighting his potential as a rising star in the league. Davis' remarkable display helped lead his team to third place in the standings, making him a key player to watch in the season ahead.
#3. Italian Giovanni Emejuru, a 23-year-old 6'10'' center who graduated from ECU in 2026 and currently plays professionally in Italy, made his debut for Roma Basket in their BKT Eurocup match against Bahcesehir. Despite his efforts, Emejuru could not lead Roma Basket to victory against the formidable opponent. In the game, he scored 4 points and grabbed 2 rebounds in just 11 minutes of play. Although he put on a remarkable performance, Roma Basket ultimately fell short, losing 78-91 to the higher-ranked Bahcesehir, who currently hold the #4 spot in the standings. This game marked Emejuru's first appearance for Roma Basket this season, and while he showed promise on the court, he was unable to secure a win for his team.
Other former East Carolina University players, who play in pro basketball:
RJ Felton (6'3''-G-2002, played in 2021-25) plays for Rayos de Hermosillo in Mexican CIBACOPA
Cam Hayes (6'3''-G-2002, played in 2023-25) signed for Taurages in Lithuanian LKL
Michel-Ofik Nzege (6'8''-F-1992, played in 2013-17) signed for Geneve in Swiss SBL
Alanzo Frink (6'8''-F-2000, played in 2021-22) plays for Reales in Dominican Rep. LNB
Ludgy Debaut (7'0''-C-1998, played in 2019-23) signed for FOS Provence Basket in French ELITE 2
Brandon Johnson (6'8''-F-2002, played in 2021-24) signed for Scafati in Italian Serie A
Maurice Kemp (6'8''-PF-1991, played in 2011-13) signed for Hapoel Galil Elyon in Israeli Winner League
Kentrell Barkley (6'5''-SF-1996, played in 2015-18) plays for Blackwater Bossing in Filipino PBA
C.J. Walker (6'8''-F-2001, played in 2024-25) plays for E.Yavne in Israeli National League
Jake Baker (6'0''-PG-1998, played in 2025-26) plays for Geraldton Buccaneers in Australian NBL One
Jamar Abrams (6'7''-G/F-1989, played in 2007-11) played for Quimper UJAP in French ELITE 2
Seth LeDay (6'7''-F-1996, played in 2018-20) signed for H.Hevel Modiin in Israeli National League
Jabari Craig (6'10''-C-1995, played in 2016-18) plays for Tri-City Tide in the TBL
James Legan (6'3''-G-1987, played in 2005-09) plays for Warrandyte Venom in Australian Big V
Antonio Robinson (6'4''-PG-1993, played in 2013-15) plays for Winston-Salem Wolves in the ECBL
Tremont Robinson-White (6'1''-G-1997) plays for Great Falls Electric in the TBL
Prince Williams (6'5''-G-1992, played in 2012-16) plays for Raleigh Firebirds in the TBL
Jordan Riley (6'4''-G-2003, played in 2024-26) played for New Orleans Pelicans in the NBA Summer League
Notice: The list above includes only some of alumni playing currently in pro basketball. Check complete list of East Carolina University basketball alumni.
Vance Jackson is last week best Pirates alumni, who plays professional basketball (Photo: @vancejackson1)
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