Courtesy of Eurobasket LLC Here is the weekly review of the top performing Dolphins alumni, who are currently playing in pro basketball.
#1. Kendall Munson, a 24-year-old center standing at 6'9'' who graduated from Jacksonville in 2025, is currently playing professionally in Turkey. In a recent game, he played a crucial role for Pinar Karsiyaka SK Izmir in their impressive 78-71 victory over Galatasaray in the Turkish ING Basketbol Super Ligi. Despite scoring just 4 points in 14 minutes of play, Munson's contribution was vital to his team's success. Pinar Karsiyaka SK Izmir, with a current record of 1-1, holds the eighth position in the league standings. As the season is still in its early stages, there is ample opportunity for the team to improve their position. Munson, in his first year with the team, has already shown his value by delivering a solid performance against a tough opponent like Galatasaray. Against Galatasaray, Munson not only scored 4 points but also provided 1 assist, demonstrating his versatility and impact on the court. This performance highlights his qualities as a true champion, capable of making significant contributions to his team's success. In the two games he has played this season, Munson has averaged 3.0 points per game and 2.0 rebounds per game, showcasing his potential to be a key player for Pinar Karsiyaka SK Izmir in the ongoing season.
#2. Experienced Latvian, Andris Misters, standing at 6'5'' and playing as a shooting guard at 34 years old, is an alumnus of the Dolphins from 2017 and currently plays professionally in Italy. In the recent game, Misters, a finalist, unfortunately couldn't turn the tide for Omegna (0-1) as they suffered a heavy defeat on the road against the higher-ranked San Vendemiano (#8) in Group A, with a final score of 85-64. Even though Misters delivered a commendable performance by scoring 10 points in 28 minutes, he couldn't prevent the 14th-placed Omegna from the loss. This game marked Misters' debut for Omegna in the current season, where he demonstrated his prowess as a champion player with his impressive scoring display. Despite his notable contribution, his team, Omegna, ended up on the losing side against San Vendemiano.
#3. South African basketball player Osayi Osifo, standing at 6'8'' and aged 26, who graduated from Jacksonville in 2023 and currently plays professionally in Slovenia, recently made his debut for Cedevita Olimpija Ljubljana in the BKT Eurocup. Unfortunately, Osifo and his team were unable to secure a win against Burgos in their first game of the season, resulting in a 0-1 record for Cedevita Olimpija Ljubljana. Despite his efforts, Osifo only managed to score 2 points in 11 minutes of play against the strong opponent, Burgos. While his performance was not his best, he did contribute 2 rebounds and 1 assist in the game. Cedevita Olimpija Ljubljana ultimately lost 81-85 to the higher-ranked Burgos, currently positioned at #3 in the league standings. Although Osifo's statistics may not reflect his full potential in this particular game, his determination and skills as a player are evident. As Osifo continues to compete in the BKT Eurocup, he will have more opportunities to showcase his abilities and help his team secure victories in future matches.
#4. Polish champion Szymon Lukasiak, a towering 6'9'' center at 39 years old and a Dolphins alumnus from 2010, recently took the court for Bielsko-Biala in their latest game. Despite his impressive performance, the 11th-placed Bielsko-Biala (0-2) was unable to secure a victory, losing 81-90 to the top-ranked AGH in Group C during the matchup held in Krakow. During the game, Lukasiak displayed his prowess by contributing 20 points in just 30 minutes, making him the second-highest scorer on the team. This notable performance marked his debut game for Bielsko-Biala this season, further solidifying his sixth year with the team. Although Lukasiak's notable efforts included scoring 20 points, grabbing 3 rebounds, and providing 2 assists against AGH Krakow, his team ultimately faced defeat. Nevertheless, his exceptional skills and unwavering determination as a finalist were evident throughout the game, highlighting his status as a true champion player on the court.
Other former Jacksonville University players, who play in pro basketball:
JR Holder (6'6''-SG-1994, played in 2013-17) plays for Halcones de Ciudad Obregon in Mexican CIBACOPA
Jordan Davis (6'3''-G-1998, played in 2021-23) played for Metalac VL in Serbian KLS
Jakari Spence (6'0''-PG-2001, played in 2024-25) plays for Rotterdam in Dutch DBL
Zimi Nwokeji (6'7''-F-2000, played in 2024-25) plays for Rotterdam in Dutch DBL
Gyasi Powell (6'3''-G-2002, played in 2021-24) signed for Oliveirense in Portuguese Liga Betclic
Deanthony McCallum (6'4''-G, played in 2018-20) played for Mess in Luxembourg Nationale 2
Jace Hogan (6'6''-F-1996, played in 2016-16) played for Al Jalil in Jordanian Premier League
Delwan Graham (6'7''-F-1988, played in 2010-12) plays for Guerreros in Ecuadorian Liga Basquet Pro
Mario Brown (6'8''-C-1984, played in 2002-06) played for St-Truiden in Belgian Top Division II
Devin Harris (6'5''-F/G-1995, played in 2015-15) plays for Kokomo Bobkats in the TBL
Notice: The list above includes only some of alumni playing currently in pro basketball. Check complete list of Jacksonville University basketball alumni.
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