Courtesy of Eurobasket LLC We bring you last week's top former Red Raiders players who are currently playing in pro basketball.
#1. Mac McClung, a 6'2'' guard who graduated from Texas Tech in 2021 and earned the All-Big 12 Newcomer of the Year award, is currently playing professionally in Spain. Recently, he led his Spanish team Basquet Girona to a remarkable 87-75 victory over the closely-ranked Dinamo in a FIBA Europe Cup game. McClung, showcasing his skills, was named the MVP of the game after recording 16 points in just 22 minutes of play. This game marked his debut for Basquet Girona this season, where his team currently holds the third position in the league standings. Despite the early stage of the season, McClung's exceptional performance against Dinamo, with 16 points, 3 rebounds, and 2 assists, highlighted his impact on the court and further solidified his reputation as a true champion. As the season progresses, McClung's talent and leadership will undoubtedly play a crucial role in determining the success of his team.
#2. Keenan Evans, a 6'3'' point guard and 30-year-old Red Raiders alumni from 2018, who received the USBWA All-District VII Player of the Year award that year, currently showcases his talent playing professionally in the United Kingdom. In a recent game, Evans played a crucial role in the London Lions' triumph over the closely-ranked Tenerife with a score of 89-77 in the BKT Eurocup. During this game, he demonstrated remarkable skill by scoring 21 points, impressively making all nine of his free throw attempts in just 26 minutes of play. The London Lions, with a current record of 1-1, hold the third position in the league standings. This season marks Evans' debut with the team, where he has already shown his capabilities by averaging 13.0 points per game and 3.0 assists per game in the two games he has played to date. His exceptional performance against Tenerife, where he not only scored effectively but also contributed with two assists, was instrumental in securing the victory for his team and further establishing his reputation as a champion.
#3. Jarrett Culver, a 6'6'' guard who graduated from Texas Tech in 2019 and received the USBWA All-District VII Player of the Year award in the same year, currently showcases his talents as a professional player in Japan. In a recent game where his team, the Sendai 89ers, faced off against the Sapporo team, Culver, despite his stellar performance, could not lead the eighth-placed Sendai 89ers to victory on the road against the higher-ranked Sapporo (#4) in the Eastern Conference. The game ended with a score of 89-100 in favor of Sapporo. Culver emerged as the standout player of the game, demonstrating his prowess by scoring 28 points, securing 9 rebounds, and distributing 4 assists in 32 minutes of play. Despite his remarkable individual contribution, the Sendai 89ers fell short in clinching the win against Sapporo. Throughout the season, Culver has consistently delivered outstanding performances, averaging 24.8 points per game, ranking him as the fourth-best scorer in the league. In addition to his scoring ability, he has maintained averages of 7.2 rebounds, 4.8 assists, and 1.2 steals per game in the five games he has participated in thus far. Culver's impressive statistics reflect his strong impact on the court and position him as a key player for his team in their quest to achieve success in the league.
#4. De'Vion Harmon, a 6'2'' guard who is a 25-year-old Red Raiders alum from the class of 2023, currently plays professionally in Greece. In his most recent game for Lefkadas, despite his standout performance, he was unable to help his team secure a victory. Lefkadas suffered a significant defeat, with a final score of 91-75 in favor of the much higher-ranked (#3) Kolossos. Harmon showcased his skills by being the top scorer of the game, contributing 21 points in 37 minutes of play. Additionally, he displayed his playmaking abilities by recording 6 assists. This game marked his debut for Lefkadas this season. Despite his impressive individual performance, where he scored 21 points, grabbed 3 rebounds, and provided 6 assists, Harmon's efforts were not enough to lead his team to victory against Kolossos.
#5. Adonis Arms, a 28-year-old guard standing at 6'6" who graduated from Texas Tech in 2022 and received an All-Big 12 Honorable Mention award that year, currently plays professionally in Greece. In his latest game for Promitheas, despite his notable performance, the team suffered a 88-94 loss at home to the higher-ranked (#7) Peristeri. Arms, in his debut game of the season for Promitheas, contributed 11 points and 3 rebounds in just 15 minutes of play against Peristeri. His skills on the court were evident as he showcased his talent, but unfortunately, his team was unable to clinch the victory in the matchup.
#6. Tariq Owens, a 31-year-old former Red Raiders alum from 2019 standing at 6'10'' and currently playing professionally in Italy, showcased his skills in a recent Italian Serie A2 game. He played a pivotal role in leading Avellino to a narrow 73-72 victory over the eighth-ranked Rimini, emerging as the MVP of the game. Owens delivered an impressive performance, scoring 21 points and securing 6 rebounds in just 26 minutes of play. His stellar contribution on the court was instrumental in securing the crucial one-point win for his team. This season, Owens has maintained solid statistics, averaging 13.0 points per game and 3.0 rebounds per game in the two games he has participated in so far. His consistent performance highlights his significance as a key player for his team in their quest for success.
#7. French player Clarence Nadolny, a 6'4'' guard who graduated from Texas Tech in 2022 after helping them reach the final of the Big 12 Tournament that year, is currently playing professionally in France. In his debut game for ES Chalon-Sur-Saone this season, Nadolny faced JL Bourg but couldn't lead his team to victory. Despite his solid performance of scoring 6 points, grabbing 5 rebounds, and providing 2 assists in 16 minutes of play, ES Chalon-Sur-Saone ended up losing to JL Bourg with a score of 77-90. Nadolny's efforts on the court were commendable, showcasing his skills and determination, even though his team fell short in the end.
#8. Bryson Williams, a 6'8'' power forward who is 28 years old and an alum of Red Raiders from 2022, has been making waves in the Japanese basketball scene. Recently, he led the Tokyo Sun Rockers to a significant victory against the seventh-ranked Lakestars with a score of 92-85 in a Japanese B.Premier League game on Wednesday night. In that game, Williams showcased his skills by scoring 13 points, securing 6 rebounds, and providing 3 assists in just 24 minutes of play. His impressive performance was instrumental in guiding his team to success as the champion. Throughout the season, Williams has been consistently delivering strong performances. He is currently averaging 9.6 points per game, which ranks him as the second-best scorer in the league. Additionally, he is contributing 5.2 rebounds and 2.2 assists per game in the five games he has played so far, solidifying his reputation as a top-tier player in the league.
#9. In the recent French ELITE 2 game, the seasoned Bosnian and Herzegovinian basketball player, John Roberson, demonstrated his prowess on the court. Standing at 5'11'' and playing as a point guard, the 37-year-old athlete, a Texas Tech graduate from 2011, who received the All-Big 12 Honorable Mention award that year, currently competes professionally in France. Roberson, a naturalized Bosnian, led his team, Hyeres-Toulon, to a thrilling victory over the closely-ranked La Rochelle with a final score of 103-97 in a Friday night matchup. During the game, Roberson showcased his skills by scoring 13 points, making 4 assists, and impressively going 7-for-7 from the free-throw line, all within 28 minutes of play. His notable performance not only contributed to the team's success but also helped them secure the championship title in the fiercely contested game against La Rochelle. Throughout the season, Roberson has maintained impressive individual statistics, averaging 17.0 points per game, along with 1.5 rebounds, 2.0 assists, and 1.5 steals in the two games played so far. His consistent high-level performance on the court has undoubtedly been instrumental in his team's success as they strive for further victories in the league.
#10. Tyeree Bryan, a 6'5'' guard and Red Raiders alumni from 2026 who currently plays professionally in Finland, recently showcased his skills for Karhubasket in a game against the formidable opponent, KTP-Basket. Despite his commendable performance, where he scored 11 points, grabbed 5 rebounds, dished out 4 assists, and stole 5 balls in 33 minutes, Karhubasket was unable to secure the win. The team ultimately lost 78-84 on their home court in Kauhajoki to the higher-ranked (#3) KTP-Basket. Bryan's efforts were evident as he put on an impressive display on the court, contributing significantly to his team's efforts. His season stats so far reflect his strong performance, averaging 13.3 points, 4.7 rebounds, 3.3 assists, and 2.7 steals per game over three games. Despite the outcome of the recent game, Bryan's contribution and consistent performance highlight his potential as a key player for Karhubasket.
Other former Texas Tech University players, who play in pro basketball:
Jahmi'us Ramsey (6'3''-SG-2001, played in 2019-20) signed for Napoli in Italian Serie A
Dejan Kravic (6'11''-C-1990, played in 2011-11) played for Monbus Obradoiro CAB Santiago de Compostela in Spanish Liga Endesa
Christian Anderson (6'3''-G-2006, played in 2024-26) signed for Charlotte Hornets in the NBA
Zach Smith (6'8''-F-1996, played in 2014-18) played for Pitesti in Romanian Liga Nationala
Jeffrey Crockett (6'7''-F-1991, played in 2009-14) plays for Keravnos in Cypriot ECOMMBX BL
Joe Toussaint (6'0''-PG-2000, played in 2023-24) signed for Fribourg in Swiss SBL
Warren Washington (7'0''-C-2000, played in 2023-24) signed for Bursaspor Basketbol in Turkish BSL
Davide Moretti (6'3''-G-1998, played in 2017-20) signed for Cantu in Italian Serie A
TJ Holyfield (6'8''-PF-1995, played in 2019-20) signed for Hapoel Holon in Israeli Winner League
Chris Clarke (6'5''-F-1996, played in 2019-20) played for I.Nahariya in Israeli National League
Justin Gray (6'6''-F-1995, played in 2013-13) signed for Euvic GTK Gliwice in Polish OBL
Robert Turner III (6'3''-PG-1993, played in 2013-15) plays for M.Ashdod in Israeli Winner League
Marcus Santos-Silva (6'7''-F-1997, played in 2023-23) signed for Forli in Italian Serie A2
Kyler Edwards (6'4''-G-1999, played in 2018-21) signed for Liaoning Flying Leopards in Chinese CBA
Devon Thomas (6'0''-PG-1994, played in 2015-17) played for Timisoara in Romanian Liga Nationala
Michael Singletary (6'6''-F-1988, played in 2007-11) played for Taipei Fubon Braves in Taiwanese PLeague+
Kerwin Walton (6'5''-G-2001, played in 2022-25) signed for Lions in Azerbaijani ABL
Elijah Hawkins (5'11''-PG-2002, played in 2024-25) signed for Neftci in Azerbaijani ABL
Brandone Francis (6'5''-SF-1994, played in 2016-22) plays for Rajawali in Indonesian IBL
Davion Warren (6'6''-G-1999, played in 2021-22) plays for Montreal Alliance in CEBL
Joel Ntambwe (6'8''-F-1998, played in 2019-19) played for Kriol Star in Cape Verdean Praia League
Zhaire Smith (6'5''-F/G-1999, played in 2017-18) played for Los Angeles Lakers in the NBA Summer League
Kevin Obanor (6'8''-F-1999, played in 2024-25) plays for Heroes in Dominican Rep. LNB
Chance McMillian (6'3''-G-2001, played in 2023-25) played for Golden State Warriors in the NBA Summer League
Notice: The list above includes only some of alumni playing currently in pro basketball. Check complete list of Texas Tech University basketball alumni.
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