Courtesy of Eurobasket LLC Here is the weekly review of the top performing Eagles alumni, who are currently playing in pro basketball.
#1. Kenneth Faried, an experienced 36-year-old center standing at 6'8'' and a Morehead St. graduate from 2011, currently showcases his skills playing professionally in Spain for Cazoo Baskonia Vitoria-Gasteiz. In their recent game against the second-ranked Valencia, despite Faried's commendable performance, scoring 15 points and grabbing 5 rebounds while making 3 blocks in 24 minutes, Baskonia suffered a tough 111-88 loss on the road. Even though the team faced a challenging defeat, it is worth noting that the season is still in its early stages, leaving room for improvement and unforeseen turnarounds. This marks Faried's inaugural year with the team, where he has been averaging 8.7 points per game and 4.7 rebounds per game across the three games he has played thus far. With his evident contribution and determination, Faried remains a key player to watch as the season progresses.
#2. Xavier Moon, a 31-year-old guard standing at 6'2'' and an Eagles alumnus from 2017, is currently playing professionally in Italy. In his debut game for Maxima Roma this season, Moon showcased his skills against the formidable Virtus Bologna, who are ranked #4 in the league. Despite Moon's commendable performance, where he scored 13 points, grabbed 4 rebounds, and dished out 8 assists in 28 minutes of play, Maxima Roma suffered a defeat with a score of 89-98. Even though Moon was the second-best scorer for his team in the game, his efforts were not enough to secure the victory. It was a challenging match for Maxima Roma, but Moon's contribution on the court was notable. This season marks Moon's first year with the team, and he has already demonstrated his capabilities as a skilled player.
#3. Jordan Walker, a 6'1'' point guard who graduated from Morehead St. in 2020 and currently plays professionally in Spain, played a significant role in Estudiantes' recent win against Zamora, scoring 15 points in just 21 minutes of gameplay. This victory contributed to Estudiantes' impressive 2-0 record and sixth-place standing in the Spanish Primera FEB (second division). Despite it being Walker's first season with the team, his performance on the court demonstrated why he is a champion. In the game against Zamora, he not only scored 15 points but also secured 2 rebounds and provided 1 assist, showcasing his well-rounded skills. With an average of 9.0 points per game in the two matches he has played this season, Walker continues to prove himself as a valuable asset to his team.
#4. Branden Maughmer, a 6'3'' guard and 27-year-old Eagles alumnus from 2023, played a crucial role in helping his team win the OVC Regular Season Champion title that year. Currently playing professionally in Germany, Maughmer now competes for Bayer Giants Leverkusen and recently led them to a resounding 88-65 victory over the 14th-ranked Loewen (0-2) in the German BARMER 2. Basketball Bundesliga ProB, the third division league. In this game, he showcased his skills by scoring 21 points, securing 5 rebounds, and providing 5 assists in 35 minutes of play, earning him the MVP title. Despite Bayer Giants Leverkusen's current tenth place in the South group with a 1-1 record, Maughmer's stellar performance against CATL Loewen highlights his impact on the team as they aim to climb the standings with only three games remaining in the Regular Season. This season marks Maughmer's debut with the team, where he has maintained solid statistics of 13.0 points per game, 3.5 rebounds per game, and 2.5 assists per game over the course of two matches. Maughmer's consistent contributions on the court emphasize his status as a true champion and key player for Bayer Giants Leverkusen.
#5. Kalil Thomas, a 6'5'' guard/forward who graduated from Morehead St. in 2024, has been making waves in the Slovakian Tipos Slovenska Basketbalova Liga. Recently, he played a crucial role in leading Lucenec to a 94-87 victory over the Blue Wings, clinching a win for his team. In this game, Thomas showcased his skills by scoring 22 points, securing 8 rebounds, and making all his free throws, contributing significantly to his team's success. As the game's MVP, his performance was truly outstanding, especially considering that he is only in his third season of professional basketball. Despite being in his early stages as a professional player, Thomas has been consistently delivering impressive performances. With an average of 16.7 points, 7.0 rebounds, and 1.7 assists per game in the three games he has played so far, he has proven to be a valuable asset for his team. His contributions on the court have undoubtedly played a key role in Lucenec's success, positioning them well in the league standings.
#6. LJ Bryan, a 27-year-old forward standing at 6'9'' and an Eagles alumni from 2023, played a crucial role in helping them secure the OVC Regular Season Champion title that year. Currently playing professionally in Spain, Bryan recently made his debut for Badajoz, but unfortunately, he was unable to lead his team to victory against Algeciras. Despite his efforts, Saturday's game will not be remembered as one of his best performances as he only scored 2 points and secured 6 rebounds in 28 minutes of play. The match ended in a disappointing defeat for his team, with a final score of 87-69, a margin of 18 points. In the face of adversity, Bryan did manage to deliver an impressive performance against Algeciras, contributing 2 points, 6 rebounds, and 2 assists. However, his valiant efforts were not enough to secure a win for Badajoz, and they ended up on the losing side.
Other former Morehead State University players, who play in pro basketball:
Riley Minix (6'8''-F-2000, played in 2023-24) signed for Cleveland Cavaliers in the NBA
Alex Gross (6'10''-C/F-2000, played in 2023-24) played for HEFTE HELFEN Bulls Kapfenberg in Austrian BSL
Andrew Thelwell (6'3''-G-2002, played in 2020-24) signed for Hapoel Holon in Israeli Winner League
Tray Hollowell (6'3''-G-1998, played in 2021-22) played for Alkar in Croatian Premijer Liga
Angelo Warner (6'2''-PG-1992, played in 2011-15) signed for Scafati in Italian Serie A
George Marshall (6'4''-G-2004, played in 2023-26) signed for Tamis PN in Serbian KLS
Demonte Harper (6'4''-G-1989, played in 2007-11) played for Forli in Italian Serie A2
Djimon Henson (6'4''-G-1998, played in 2016-20) plays for Handlova in Slovakian Tipos SBL
Karam Mashour (6'6''-SF-1991, played in 2012-15) signed for H.Migdal in Israeli National League
Davion Cunningham (6'3''-G, played in 2025-26) plays for Team Golden State in the Eurobasket S.League
Notice: The list above includes only some of alumni playing currently in pro basketball. Check complete list of Morehead State University basketball alumni.
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