Courtesy of Eurobasket LLC We bring you last week's top former Friars players who are currently playing in pro basketball.
#1. Experienced champion Bryce Cotton, a 6'0'' guard at 34 years old who graduated from Providence in 2014 and received the All-Big East All-Tournament MVP award that year, currently plays professionally in Australia. In a recent game, he led the Adelaide 36ers to a victory over the closely-ranked Taipans with a score of 83-69 in the Australian National Basketball League. As the standout performer, Cotton was named the MVP of the game after scoring 25 points and providing 4 assists during his 37 minutes on the court. Despite Adelaide 36ers being placed sixth in the league with a record of 2-3, it is important to note that this is still early in the season, leaving room for potential changes in the standings. Bryce Cotton's exceptional performance against the Taipans, where he not only scored 25 points but also secured 1 rebound and delivered 4 assists, was instrumental in leading his team to victory, ultimately earning him the champion title of the game. Throughout the season, Cotton has maintained impressive individual statistics, averaging 26.5 points per game (the second-best in the league), along with 1.5 rebounds, 6.8 assists (the third-best in the league), and 1.8 steals per game (the second-best in the league). It is also noteworthy that Cotton holds both American and Australian citizenship, allowing him to play in Australia as a domestic player.
#2. Aljami Durham, a 6'4'' guard and a 28-year-old alumnus of Friars from 2022, was recently recognized for his outstanding performance by receiving the Big East All-Tournament Team award. Currently playing professionally in Italy, Durham made his debut for Tortona in the Italian Serie A. In his first game of the season, he made a significant impact by scoring 10 points, grabbing 3 rebounds, and delivering 4 assists in just 14 minutes of play. This impressive display of skill contributed to Tortona's victory over Verona with a final score of 101-93, solidifying his position as a key player for the team. Despite it being his first year with the team, Durham's exceptional performance on the court demonstrated his capabilities as a true champion and highlighted his potential as a finalist in future games. Tortona now stands in third place in the league, with Durham's talent and contributions playing a pivotal role in their success.
#3. Dominican Republic native Justin Minaya, a 6'5'' forward who recently graduated from Providence in 2022 and now plays professionally in Spain, made a significant impact for FC Barcelona Lassa in their recent Euroleague match against the 14th-ranked Besiktas. Despite only scoring 5 points and grabbing 4 rebounds in 21 minutes of play, Minaya's efforts were instrumental in his team's 95-82 victory. FC Barcelona Lassa, currently holding an 8th place position in the league with a 2-1 record, is benefitting greatly from Minaya's skills in his debut season with the team. His performance against Besiktas showcased his abilities and demonstrated that he has the potential to be a champion on the court. Throughout the season, Minaya has been contributing an average of 2.7 points per game and 1.7 rebounds per game, showing his consistent dedication to the team's success.
#4. Ghanaian Josh Oduro, a 6'9'' forward and 25-year-old alumni of the Friars class of 2024, is currently playing professionally in Australia. Despite his All-Big East Honorable Mention award in 2024, Oduro's recent performance for Melbourne United was not enough to secure a win last Thursday. Melbourne United, with a record of 1-3, narrowly lost 84-82 on the road to the higher-ranked JackJumpers (#3). Oduro stood out as the top scorer in the game, contributing 22 points and 8 rebounds in just 30 minutes of play against Tasmania JJ. His impressive performance on the court showcased his skills, but unfortunately, Melbourne United fell short of victory. Throughout the season, Oduro has maintained high statistics, averaging 17.0 points per game and 8.3 rebounds, making him the second-best rebounder in the league. It is worth noting that Oduro is a naturalized American, adding to his diverse background and talents on the basketball court.
#5. Wesley Cardet Jr., a 6'6'' guard who is 25 years old and graduated from Providence in 2025, showcased his talent as a pro basketball player in Hungary. In a recent game for ZTE KK, he played a crucial role in their victory against PVSK-Veolia, the seventh-ranked team in the Hungarian Nemzeti Bajnoksag I/B Piros (second division). The final score of the game was 92-71 in favor of ZTE KK. Cardet Jr. was named the MVP of the game after an exceptional performance. He scored an impressive 26 points, grabbed 6 rebounds, and provided 6 assists in just 32 minutes of play. This remarkable display of skill is even more noteworthy considering it was his first game of the season for ZTE KK, and he is only in his second season of professional basketball. Currently, his team holds the second position in the league standings. His exceptional performance against PVSK-Veolia demonstrated his capabilities on the court, highlighting him as a true champion whose skills were instrumental in leading his team to victory.
#6. Bensley Joseph, a 24-year-old guard standing at 6'2'' and an alummi of Friars from 2025, currently playing professionally in France, showcased his skills for Stade Rochelais Basket in their recent game last Friday. Despite his commendable performance, La Rochelle, where he plays, faced a tough challenge against the formidable Hyeres-Toulon, who holds the #3 position in the league standings. In the match, the final score was 103-97 in favor of Hyeres-Toulon. Even though Bensley Joseph emerged as the top scorer for his team, delivering an impressive 18 points along with 3 assists in just 26 minutes of play, La Rochelle couldn't secure the victory. His remarkable efforts on the court were evident as he displayed his scoring prowess and playmaking abilities against the strong opponent. Throughout the season, Joseph has maintained relatively good statistics, averaging 13.5 points per game and 1.5 assists per game. His consistent performance and contributions on the court demonstrate his value as a key player for Stade Rochelais Basket, despite the recent setback against Hyeres-Toulon.
#7. Canadian Kalif Young, a 6'9'' center/forward who graduated from Providence in 2020, is currently playing professionally in Hungary. Recently, he showcased his skills in Atomeromu's game against the 11th-ranked Kormend, where they secured a 95-84 victory in the Hungarian Nemzeti Bajnoksag I/A on Saturday night. In his debut game for Atomeromu this season, Young made a significant impact by scoring 6 points, grabbing 7 rebounds, handing out 3 assists, and blocking 2 shots in just 23 minutes of play. His exceptional performance on the court played a vital role in his team's success, ultimately leading them to victory and earning him the title of the champion of the game.
#8. Nate Watson, a 6'10'' center and 27-year-old Friars alum from the class of 2022, currently plays professionally in Turkey. Recently, he was unable to lead Bursaspor Basketbol to victory in their game last Sunday, where they were defeated 82-76 by the higher-ranked Trabzon. Despite Watson's stellar performance, scoring 15 points, grabbing 5 rebounds, and blocking 3 shots in just 26 minutes of play, his team was unable to secure the win. In the match against Trabzonspor, Watson showcased his skills with an impressive 15 points, 5 rebounds, and 1 assist. Despite his standout performance, Bursaspor was unable to overcome their opponents and clinch the victory. Throughout the season, Watson has maintained solid statistics, averaging 10.5 points, 6.0 rebounds, and 2.0 blocks per game, making him one of the top performers in the league in terms of shot-blocking.
#9. Corey Floyd Jr., a 6'4'' guard/forward who is 22 years old and a graduate of Providence in 2026, currently plays professionally in Switzerland. In a recent match in the Swiss Basketball League, he played a crucial role in his team's dominant 109-46 victory over the eighth-ranked GC Zurich on Tuesday night. Floyd Jr. showcased his skills as a champion player by contributing significantly to his team's success. He scored 12 points, grabbed 3 rebounds, and dished out 2 assists in just 22 minutes of play against GC Zurich. His impressive performance on the court was instrumental in securing the easy victory, highlighting his capabilities as a finalist player. Throughout the season, Floyd Jr. has maintained solid statistics, averaging 12.0 points, 3.0 rebounds, and 2.7 assists per game. His consistent performance and valuable contributions demonstrate why he is considered a promising talent in the league.
#10. Davonte Gaines, a 6'7'' guard and 26-year-old alumni of Friars from 2024, showcased his talent as a champion player in a recent game in the Mexican Liga Nacional de Baloncesto Profesional. Playing for Abejas de Leon, he played a crucial role in their 81-74 victory over the seventh-ranked Mineros. In this exciting match, Gaines impressed with a strong performance, scoring 15 points, grabbing 6 rebounds, and providing 1 assist in 34 minutes on the court. His significant contributions were instrumental in securing the win for his team. Throughout the season, Gaines has maintained solid statistics, averaging 11.0 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 1.5 assists per game. His consistent performance and valuable skills truly highlight his prowess as a finalist player in the league.
Other former Providence College players, who play in pro basketball:
Ed Croswell (6'8''-F-1999, played in 2022-23) signed for Treviso in Italian Serie A
Cole Hargrove (6'8''-F-2004, played in 2025-26) signed for Ilirija in Slovenian Liga OTP banka
Bryce Hopkins (6'7''-F/G-2001, played in 2022-25) signed for Denver Nuggets in the NBA
Jaylin Sellers (6'5''-G-2003, played in 2025-26) signed for Chicago Bulls in the NBA
Kris Dunn (6'3''-SG-1994, played in 2012-16) plays for Los Angeles Clippers in the NBA
Devin Carter (6'2''-G-2002, played in 2022-24) signed for Boston Celtics in the NBA
Alpha Diallo (6'7''-F-1997, played in 2016-20) signed for Denver Nuggets in the NBA
Emmitt Holt (6'7''-F-1996, played in 2016-17) played for Urunday in Uruguayan LUB
David Duke Jr. (6'4''-G-1999, played in 2018-21) signed for Itelyum Varese in Italian Serie A
Noah Locke (6'3''-G-1999, played in 2022-23) plays for Cholet Basket in French Betclic ELITE ProA
Noah Horchler (6'9''-PF-1998, played in 2019-19) plays for Santeros de Aguada in Puerto Rican BSN
Maliek White (6'3''-G-1998, played in 2016-20) played for Duna Aszfalt in Hungarian A Division
Ben Bentil (6'9''-F/C-1995, played in 2014-16) signed for Formosa Dreamers in Taiwanese TPBL
Ricky Ledo (6'7''-SF-1992, played in 2012-13) signed for Al Fidaa in Syrian SBL
Luwane Pipkins (5'11''-PG-1996, played in 2019-20) plays for Njardvik in Icelandic Subway League
Clifton Moore (6'9''-C-1999, played in 2022-23) signed for Levallois Metropolitans BC in French ELITE 2
Jabri Abdur-Rahim (6'8''-G-2002, played in 2024-25) played for Oklahoma City Thunder in the NBA Summer League
Notice: The list above includes only some of alumni playing currently in pro basketball. Check complete list of Providence College basketball alumni.
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