Courtesy of Eurobasket LLC Every week we bring you a list of the top former Billikens players who continue their career in pro basketball.
#1. Isaiah Swope, a talented 5'10'' point guard at 23 years old, graduated from St. Louis in 2025 and received the All-Atlantic 10 Third Team award that year. Currently, he is playing professionally in Germany and recently led Fraport Skyliners Frankfurt to a 93-81 victory over Rasta Vechta, one of the league's weaker teams, in the German easyCredit BBL. In this game, he showcased his skills by scoring 21 points in just 20 minutes, earning himself the MVP title. Despite being only in his second season in professional basketball, Swope's performance on the court proved why he is recognized as a champion. With impressive stats, including an average of 17.5 points per game and 1.5 assists per game, Swope is having a standout season individually. His leadership and skills were instrumental in securing the recent win for his team. While his team, Fraport Skyliners Frankfurt, currently holds the ninth spot in the league standings, it is still early in the season, leaving room for potential changes and surprises. Swope's exceptional performance against Vechta highlighted his prowess as a true champion and a finalist on the court.
#2. Experienced Dwayne Evans, a 6'7'' forward and 34-year-old Billikens alumnus from the class of 2014, currently plays professionally in Japan. His valuable contributions as a key player helped his former team secure the Atlantic 10 Regular Season Champion title that year. In a recent game, Evans led the Hiroshima Dragonflies to a decisive victory against the 13th-ranked Ballooners with a commanding 89-61 win in the Japanese B.Premier League on Sunday night. During the game, Evans showcased his skills by scoring 11 points, grabbing 7 rebounds, dishing out 7 assists, and making 4 steals in 32 minutes of play. This impressive performance not only highlighted his versatility but also demonstrated his impact on the court. With Evans leading the way, the Hiroshima Dragonflies (2-0) currently hold the top spot in the Western Conference standings, showcasing their early dominance in the league. This marks Evans' fifth season with the Hiroshima Dragonflies, and he continues to be a key asset for the team. In a recent matchup against Saga B, Evans once again shined by contributing 11 points, 7 rebounds, and 7 assists, playing a pivotal role in securing another victory for his team. His exceptional skills and leadership qualities were instrumental in guiding his team to success, ultimately emerging as the finalist of the game. Throughout the season, Evans has been performing consistently well, averaging 10.0 points per game, 6.0 rebounds per game, and a league-leading 8.5 assists per game, along with 2.0 steals per game. His impressive stats reflect his all-around proficiency on the court and his ability to make significant contributions to his team's success.
#3. German Marten Linssen, a 28-year-old forward standing at 6'8'' who graduated from St. Louis in 2022 and currently plays professionally in Germany, played a pivotal role in leading VET-CONCEPT Gladiators Trier to a decisive 98-85 victory over the 16th-ranked Science City Jena in the German easyCredit BBL on Sunday night. Despite scoring only 4 points in 17 minutes, Linssen's impact was undeniable. The Gladiators Trier, with a record of 2-1, currently hold the fourth position in the league, with Linssen marking his fourth season with the team. In the recent game against Jena, Linssen's standout performance included 4 points, 2 rebounds, and 2 assists, all contributing significantly to the team's triumph. His consistent and valuable contributions played a crucial role in guiding his team to emerge as the champion in that game. Linssen's season averages stand at 4.0 points per game, 4.0 rebounds per game, and 1.3 assists per game, showcasing his well-rounded skills on the court.
#4. In a recent French Betclic ELITE matchup, the 27-year-old 6'9'' forward and Billikens alumnus from 2023, Jake Forrester, made his debut for SIG Strasbourg, a team he joined this season to play professionally in France. Despite his best efforts, Forrester could not lead SIG Strasbourg to victory against JDA Dijon, the #3 ranked team in the league. In his first game, Forrester showcased his skills by contributing 5 points and grabbing 3 rebounds in just 11 minutes of play. However, the champion JDA Dijon emerged triumphant with a final score of 81-72, leaving SIG Strasbourg still seeking its first win of the season. Despite the loss, Forrester's performance against the finalist Dijon was commendable, demonstrating his potential as a valuable asset to his new team.
#5. Tim Dalger, a 6'7'' forward who is 25 years old and a graduate of St. Louis in 2024, showcased his talent as a professional basketball player in India. He played a key role in Indian Railways' triumph over the closely-ranked Al Ittihad, with a final score of 93-85 in the West Asia Super League on Monday night. In an exciting game between two top 4 ranked teams, Dalger's performance stood out as he scored 23 points, gathered 8 rebounds, and provided 6 assists in 37 minutes of play. This impressive display of skills is particularly noteworthy as Dalger is only in his third season of professional basketball. Indian Railways New Delhi, currently placed fourth in the league with a 1-1 record, has one more crucial game in the West Asia Super League Final Stage. Dalger, in his first year with the team, has been a standout player throughout the season, boasting impressive averages of 20.5 points, 8.5 rebounds, 3.5 assists, and 2.0 steals per game. His exceptional performance against Al Ittihad underscores his importance to the team and his ability to deliver when it matters most.
#6. Willie Reed, a 6'11'' Center/Forward who is 36 years old and an alumnus of the Billikens from 2011, currently plays professionally in Mexico. In a recent game, despite his efforts, Reed could not lead El Calor to victory over Fuerza Regia. He contributed 6 points and 6 rebounds in 24 minutes of play, showcasing his skills on the court. However, his team fell short, losing to Fuerza Regia with a final score of 82-74. Throughout the season, Reed has been performing consistently, averaging 8.8 points, 6.1 rebounds, 1.5 assists, and 1.1 blocks per game. His dedication and talent make him a valuable asset to his team, even though they were unable to secure the win in the game against Fuerza Regia.
Other former Saint Louis University players, who play in pro basketball:
Jordan Goodwin (6'3''-G-1998, played in 2017-21) plays for Phoenix Suns in the NBA
Luis Santos (6'8''-C-1994, played in 2017-17) signed for Minas Belo Horizonte in Brazilian NBB
Adonys Henriquez (6'7''-G-1994, played in 2016-16) signed for Atenas in Argentinian La Liga
Terrence Hargrove (6'6''-F-2001, played in 2019-24) played for Grand Rapids Gold in the NBA G League
Ruben Cotto (6'0''-G-1989, played in 2005-09) plays for Indios de Mayaguez in Puerto Rican BSN
Javon Bess (6'6''-F-1996, played in 2016-16) signed for Cluj Napoca in Romanian Liga Nationala
Cody Ellis (6'8''-F-1990, played in 2009-13) plays for Warwick Senators in Australian NBL One
D.J. Foreman (6'8''-G/F-1994, played in 2016-16) played for Caceres in Spanish Segunda FEB
Michael Meadows Jr. (6'2''-G-1998, played in 2023-24) plays for Dandenong Rangers in Australian NBL One
DeAndre Jones (5'11''-PG-1998, played in 2021-22) played for Portimonense in Portuguese Liga Betclic
Reggie Agbeko (6'8''-F/C-1992, played in 2013-17) played for Benidorm in Spanish Tercera FEB
Ingvi Gudmundsson (6'5''-SG-1998, played in 2015-19) plays for Armann in Icelandic Subway League
Hasahn French (6'7''-F-1998, played in 2017-21) played for Shandong in Chinese NBL
Robert Loe (6'11''-F/C-1991, played in 2010-14) plays for Auckland Tuatara in New Zealand NBL
Dion Brown (6'3''-G-2003, played in 2025-26) played for Brooklyn Nets in the NBA Summer League
Robbie Avila (6'10''-C-2003, played in 2024-26) played for Los Angeles Lakers in the NBA Summer League
Yuri Collins (6'0''-PG-2001, played in 2024-24) signed for NBA G League United in the NBA G League
Notice: The list above includes only some of alumni playing currently in pro basketball. Check complete list of Saint Louis University basketball alumni.
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