Courtesy of Eurobasket LLC Every week we bring you a list of the top former Aggies players who continue their career in pro basketball.
Look at great performance of Josh Nebo (10 points), Tyrece Radford (13 points), and Jalen Jones (14 points).
#1. In a recent Italian Serie A matchup, the 6'10'' center Josh Nebo, a 28-year-old former Texas A&M graduate now playing professionally in Italy, was instrumental in leading AX Armani Exchange Milano to a decisive 86-72 victory over Umana Venezia, a closely-ranked opponent with a record of 19-9. Nebo's impressive performance included scoring 10 points and grabbing 8 rebounds during his 27 minutes on the court. This game, which featured two top 4 ranked teams, was a highlight of the round, with AX Armani Exchange Milano currently holding the third position in the league standings with a record of 20-8. Nebo's contributions were pivotal in securing his team's fourth consecutive win, showcasing his prowess as a champion on the court. His strong showing against Venezia not only helped secure the victory but also highlighted his skills and impact as a finalist. Throughout the season, Nebo has maintained solid averages of 9.6 points, 7.1 rebounds, and 1.1 blocks per game, ranking him among the league's top performers in blocks. Additionally, it is worth noting that despite being a naturalized American, Nebo has seamlessly integrated into the Italian professional basketball scene, making a name for himself as a key player for AX Armani Exchange Milano.
#2. In the recent game, Tyrece Radford, a 6'2'' guard and 27-year-old Aggies alumni from 2024, who currently plays professionally in Israel, was unable to lead M.Raanana (6-20) to victory. Despite his solid performance, the fourth-placed M.Raanana team suffered a 77-89 defeat on the road against the higher-ranked E.Netanya, who holds the third position in the Places 11-14 group. Radford showcased his skills by scoring 13 points and grabbing 8 rebounds in a 38-minute effort, making him the second-highest scorer for his team. Although Radford displayed a commendable performance, M.Raanana couldn't secure the win against E.Netanya. With only one more game left in the Play-Out Round, Radford's team is facing a crucial match ahead. He exhibited an impressive performance in the matchup against E.Netanya, delivering 13 points, 8 rebounds, and 1 assist. Despite his noteworthy contributions, M.Raanana couldn't clinch the victory. Individually, Radford has been having a remarkable season with impressive statistics. In the 29 games he has played so far, he has maintained averages of 15.7 points, 5.2 rebounds, 3.7 assists, and 1.4 steals per game, highlighting his strong performance throughout the season.
#3. Experienced forward Jalen Jones, who stands at 6'8'' and is 33 years old, graduated from Texas A&M in 2016 after helping them to win the SEC Regular Season Co-Champion title that year. Currently playing professionally in Indonesia, Jones recently played for Satria Muda (15-5), but despite his impressive performance in their last game, the team suffered a close 82-79 loss to the lower-ranked (#3) Borneo in Pontianak. In the game, Jones showcased his skills by contributing 14 points, 8 rebounds, 4 assists, and 4 steals in 39 minutes of play. Unfortunately, this defeat marked Satria Muda's third consecutive loss. Although Jones had a standout performance against Borneo, his efforts were not enough to secure the much-needed victory for his team. Throughout the season, Jones has been having an outstanding year individually, posting high statistics. He has been averaging 19.4 points per game, 9.8 rebounds per game, 2.7 assists per game, and 1.3 steals per game across 26 games.
#4. Ray Turner, a 6'9'' forward and 36-year-old Aggies alum from 2013 who currently plays professionally in Australia, made a significant impact for the Bendigo Braves in their recent match against the ninth-ranked Cobras. Despite only scoring 2 points in the game, his presence on the court for 14 minutes proved instrumental in the Braves' 95-78 victory in the Australian NBL One, the second division basketball league. The Braves, currently placed tenth in the South group, relied on Turner's 2 points, 2 rebounds, and 1 assist against Kilsyth Cobras, helping propel them to victory. His performance was crucial in securing the win and ultimately leading his team to be crowned the champion. Throughout the season, Turner has maintained solid statistics, averaging 10.6 points per game and 5.5 rebounds per game in 13 games played.
#5. In the recent game, the talented Jace Carter, a 6'6'' guard aged 23, who graduated from Texas A&M in 2025 and now plays professionally in New Zealand, unfortunately couldn't lift the Franklin Bulls to victory. Despite his notable efforts, the Bulls fell short in a close match against the Tamatea Hawks, who are currently ranked as the league's #11 team. Carter showcased his skills on the court by securing a double-double with 14 points and 12 rebounds, along with contributing 3 assists and 3 steals during his impressive 43-minute performance. This remarkable display by Carter earned him the prestigious Triple-Double Badge from eurobasket.com, highlighting his exceptional versatility and talent in his debut professional basketball season. Throughout the season, Carter has been outstanding, boasting impressive individual statistics. He currently averages 20.6 points per game, leading the league with 11.7 rebounds per game, in addition to 2.5 assists and 1.6 steals over the course of 13 games. His consistent high-level performance has solidified his position as a standout player in the league, showcasing his prowess as a true champion.
Other former Texas A&M University players, who play in pro basketball:
Quenton Jackson (6'5''-G-1998, played in 2019-22) plays for Indiana Pacers in the NBA
Khris Middleton (6'8''-SF-1991, played in 2009-12) plays for Dallas Mavericks in the NBA
Alex Caruso (6'5''-G-1994, played in 2012-16) plays for Oklahoma City Thunder in the NBA
Dexter Dennis (6'6''-G-1999, played in 2023-23) plays for Sacramento Kings in the NBA
DeAndre Jordan (6'11''-C-1988, played in 2007-08) plays for New Orleans Pelicans in the NBA
Robert Williams III (6'9''-C/F-1997, played in 2016-18) plays for Portland Trail Blazers in the NBA
DJ Hogg (6'8''-F-1996, played in 2015-18) plays for Chiba Jets in Japanese B1 League
Savion Flagg (6'7''-G/F-1999, played in 2017-21) plays for Napoli in Italian Serie A
Zhuric Phelps (6'4''-G, played in 2024-25) plays for Zonkeys de Tijuana in Mexican CIBACOPA
Christian Mekowulu (6'9''-F-1995, played in 2018-19) plays for Udine in Italian Serie A
Chinemelu Elonu (6'9''-F/C-1987, played in 2005-09) plays for P.Luanda in Angolan Division I
Tavario Miller (6'8''-C-1994, played in 2013-17) plays for Guaiqueries in Venezuelan SPB
Jay Jay Chandler III (6'4''-G-1998, played in 2017-21) plays for Avellino in Italian Serie A2
Tyler Davis (6'10''-C-1997, played in 2015-18) plays for Osos de Manati in Puerto Rican BSN
Manny Obaseki (6'4''-G, played in 2021-25) plays for Westchester Knicks in the NBA G League
Anthony Collins (6'1''-PG-1992, played in 2015-16) plays for Radnicki in Bosnia and Herzegovina Division I
Andersson Mejia (6'7''-F-2000, played in 2023-25) plays for Marineros in Dominican Rep. LNB
Wildens Leveque (6'11''-F/C-2000, played in 2023-24) plays for Caceres in Spanish Segunda FEB
Jamal Jones (6'8''-SF-1993, played in 2013-14) plays for Kuwait in Kuwaiti D1
Eli Lawrence (6'5''-G-2000, played in 2023-24) played for Sumqayit in Azerbaijani ABL few monts ago
Wendell Mitchell (6'3''-G-1997, played in 2018-20) plays for Leszno in Polish 1Liga
Duane Wilson (6'3''-G-1994, played in 2017-18) plays for Brillantes in Venezuelan SPB
Wade Taylor IV (6'0''-PG-2003, played in 2021-25) plays for Capitanes de Ciudad de Mexico in the NBA G League
Tonny Trocha-Morelos (6'10''-F/C-1994, played in 2014-18) played for Riachuelo LR in Argentinian La Liga last year
Notice: The list above includes only some of alumni playing currently in pro basketball. Check complete list of Texas A&M University basketball alumni.
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