Courtesy of Eurobasket LLC Here is the weekly review of the top performing Cardinal alumni, who are currently playing in pro basketball.
#1. Brazilian Oscar Da Silva, a 27-year-old forward/center standing at 6'9'' who graduated from Stanford in 2021 and received the All-Pac First Team award that year, currently plays professionally in Germany. In a recent game, he played a crucial role in FC Bayern Muenchen Basketball's dominating victory over the closely-ranked Telekom Baskets with a final score of 91-69 in the German easyCredit BBL. Da Silva showcased his skills by scoring 17 points and grabbing 7 rebounds in just 26 minutes of play. This matchup was highly anticipated as it featured two top 4 ranked teams, with FC Bayern Muenchen Basketball (29-5) leading the league standings. The victory marked their ninth consecutive win, with Da Silva's stellar performance contributing significantly to the team's success. His impressive statistics for the season include averaging 9.4 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 1.1 assists per game over the 37 games he has played so far. Da Silva's dual American and Brazilian citizenship allows him to play as a domestic player in Brazil as well, adding to his versatility and potential in the world of professional basketball. His standout performance against Bonn helped his team secure the victory and solidify their position as the champion of the game.
#2. Experienced Anthony Brown, a 6'7'' small forward aged 33 and an alumnus of Cardinal from 2015, played a pivotal role in their NIT Champion victory that year. Currently playing professionally in Turkey, he recently showcased his skills in a thrilling match against the seventh-ranked Galatasaray, helping Besiktas Fibabanka Istanbul secure a 71-68 victory in the Turkish ING Basketbol Super Ligi. In this intense derby game, Brown demonstrated his versatility by scoring 7 points, grabbing 7 rebounds, and providing 2 assists in just 23 minutes on the court. Besiktas Fibabanka Istanbul, with a record of 25-5, holds the second position in the league standings, thanks in part to Brown's consistent contributions. His exceptional performance against Galatasaray not only highlighted his individual talents but also underscored his ability to make crucial plays when it matters most, exemplifying his qualities as a true champion. Throughout the current season, Brown has maintained solid averages of 9.5 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 2.5 assists per game across 31 appearances. His dedication, skill set, and commitment to excellence continue to make him a valuable asset to his team as they strive for success in the league.
#3. Champion Chasson Randle, a 6'2'' guard aged 33, who graduated from Stanford in 2015 and received the All-Pac Scholar-Athlete of the Year award, currently plays professionally in Angola. In a recent game, despite Randle's commendable performance, he couldn't prevent P.Luanda (4-1) from a narrow 90-88 loss at home to the leading Tigers. Randle emerged as the second-highest scorer of the game with 17 points while also contributing 5 rebounds and 3 assists during his 34 minutes on the court. Despite his noteworthy efforts, Randle's team fell short against the Tigers. Throughout the season, Randle has been displaying solid statistics, averaging 15.0 points, 3.3 rebounds, 2.5 assists, and 1.8 steals per game in the four games played so far.
#4. Australian basketball player Isaac White, standing at 6'2'' and aged 27, is a former Lancers alumnus from 2021 who previously played at Stanford from 2017 to 2020. Currently, he competes professionally in Australia. In a recent Australian NBL One game, White played a pivotal role in leading the Rockingham Flames to a resounding 110-85 victory over the 11th-ranked Lightning, showcasing his prowess on the court. Scoring an impressive 25 points, grabbing 9 rebounds, and dishing out 8 assists, White's stellar performance was instrumental in securing the win for his team. Notably, he was flawless from the free-throw line, going 5-for-5 in 31 minutes of play. The Rockingham Flames, currently holding the top spot in the West group with a record of 10-2, have been on a winning streak, triumphing in their sixth consecutive game. White's exceptional year is highlighted by his remarkable statistics, averaging 28.0 points per game, along with 5.6 rebounds, 5.5 assists, and 1.2 steals in 10 games. His consistent high-level play underscores his status as a true champion in the sport, making significant contributions to his team's success.
Other former Stanford University players, who play in pro basketball:
Maxime Raynaud (7'1''-C-2003, played in 2021-25) plays for Sacramento Kings in the NBA
Brook Lopez (7'0''-C-1988, played in 2006-08) plays for Los Angeles Clippers in the NBA
Dwight Powell (6'10''-F-1991, played in 2010-14) plays for Dallas Mavericks in the NBA
Ziaire Williams (6'8''-SF-2001, played in 2020-21) plays for Brooklyn Nets in the NBA
Spencer Jones (6'7''-F-2000, played in 2019-24) plays for Denver Nuggets in the NBA
Rosco Allen (6'10''-PF-1993, played in 2012-16) plays for Kawasaki Brave Thunders in Japanese B1 League
Brandon Angel (6'9''-F-2001, played in 2020-24) plays for Hapoel Altshuler Shaham Beer Sheva in Israeli Winner League
Jaylen Blakes (6'2''-G-2003, played in 2025-25) plays for Hapoel Nofar Energy Galil Elyon in Israeli Winner League
Jaiden Delaire (6'9''-PF-2000, played in 2018-22) plays for Tauron GTK Gliwice in Polish OBL
Bryce Wills (6'6''-F-2000, played in 2019-21) plays for ESSM Le Portel Cote d'Opale in French Betclic ELITE ProA
Max Murrell (6'9''-F, played in 2020-24) plays for Holbaek-Stenhus in Danish BasketLigaen
Josh Sharma (7'0''-C-1995, played in 2015-19) plays for Kagoshima Rebnise in Japanese B2 League
Jared Bynum (5'10''-PG-1999, played in 2023-24) played for Serhedci in Azerbaijani ABL few monts ago
Reid Travis (6'8''-F-1995, played in 2014-18) plays for Kaohsiung Aquas in Taiwanese TPBL
Notice: The list above includes only some of alumni playing currently in pro basketball. Check complete list of Stanford University basketball alumni.
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