Courtesy of Eurobasket LLC Every week we bring you a list of the top former Sooners players who continue their career in pro basketball.
Especially interesting is good performance of Kristian Doolittle (30 points), Brady Manek (10 points), and Willie Warren (14 points).
#1. Kristian Doolittle, a 6'7'' forward who graduated from Oklahoma in 2020 and received the USBWA All-District VI Team award that year, currently plays professionally in Puerto Rico. In a recent game last Wednesday, Doolittle, despite his exceptional performance, was unable to lead Osos de Manati (13-18) to victory. The team, currently placed sixth in the league, suffered a 105-91 defeat on the road against the higher-ranked Cangrejeros (#4) in Group B. Doolittle was the standout performer of the game, scoring an impressive 30 points while also contributing 6 rebounds and 3 assists in 40 minutes of play. Notably, he made all seven of his free-throw attempts during the game. With only three games remaining in the Regular Season, each match now holds significant importance for the team's playoff aspirations. In a previous game against Santurce, Doolittle once again showcased his skills by scoring 30 points, securing 6 rebounds, and distributing 3 assists. Despite his remarkable individual efforts, his team fell short of securing the win. Throughout the season, Doolittle has maintained high statistical performance, averaging 20.8 points per game (ranking third best in the league), along with 8.6 rebounds and 3.8 assists per game. His consistent contributions highlight his importance as a key player for Osos de Manati in their quest to succeed in the league.
#2. Brady Manek, a 6'9'' forward/center and Tar Heels alumni from 2022, who previously played for Oklahoma between 2017 and 2021, is currently showcasing his skills playing professionally in Puerto Rico. In a recent game last Sunday, Manek, a standout in the league, unfortunately could not lead Leones de Ponce (13-18) to victory. Despite his noteworthy performance, the fourth-placed Ponce team was defeated 96-88 by the lower-ranked Osos (#6) in Group A. During the game, Manek displayed his versatility by scoring 10 points, securing 8 rebounds, and delivering 4 assists in 34 minutes of play. With only three games remaining in the Regular Season, each match becomes increasingly crucial for the team's playoff aspirations. Despite the setback against Osos, Manek continues to maintain solid statistics this season, averaging 13.3 points, 7.3 rebounds, and 2.8 assists per game. As a key player for Ponce, his contributions on the court remain pivotal as the team strives for success in the upcoming matches.
#3. Experienced champion Willie Warren, a 6'4'' point guard at 36 years old and a graduate of Oklahoma in 2010 who received the All-Big 12 Honorable Mention award that year, currently plays professionally in the TBL. In a recent game, Warren led the Potawatomi Fire to a dominant victory over the Tri-City Tide with a final score of 151-114 in The Basketball League. Warren showcased his skills by achieving a double-double with 14 points and 12 assists in 32 minutes of play. This matchup was highly anticipated as it featured two of the top 2 ranked teams in the Central group. The Potawatomi Fire, with an impressive 17-0 record this season, has been unstoppable so far in the Finals under Warren's leadership. In the recent game against the Tri-City Titans, Warren displayed his prowess on the court by contributing 14 points, 3 rebounds, and 12 assists, playing a crucial role in his team's victory. Throughout the season, Warren has maintained solid statistics with averages of 13.6 points, 2.7 rebounds, 6.2 assists, and 1.3 steals per game. His consistent performance and leadership have been instrumental in the Potawatomi Fire's success, making him a key player in their quest for the championship title.
#4. Canadian champion Kobe Elvis, a 6'1'' guard and 25-year-old Sooners alumnus from 2025, currently plays professionally in Canada. Despite his best efforts, he could not lead the Ottawa Blackjacks (4-8) to a victory over the Mamba (6-5) in the Canadian Elite Basketball League. In the recent game, Elvis contributed 6 points and 7 assists in 22 minutes on the court. Unfortunately, the Ottawa Blackjacks, ranked #5, were narrowly defeated 101-98 by the Mamba in Saskatoon, marking their fifth consecutive loss. Elvis displayed a commendable performance against Saskatchewan, scoring 6 points, securing 2 rebounds, and distributing 7 assists. His individual efforts were notable, but they were not enough to secure a win for his team. Throughout the season, Elvis has maintained averages of 1.5 points per game and 1.8 assists per game.
Other former The University of Oklahoma players, who play in pro basketball:
TaShawn Thomas (6'8''-F/C-1993, played in 2014-15) plays for Le Mans Sarthe Basket in French Betclic ELITE ProA
Amath M'Baye (6'9''-PF-1989, played in 2011-11) plays for Paris Basketball in French Betclic ELITE ProA
Rivaldo Soares (6'6''-G-1999, played in 2023-24) plays for Dziki Warszawa in Polish OBL
Grant Sherfield (6'2''-G-1999, played in 2023-23) plays for Energa Trefl Sopot in Polish OBL
Maks Klanjscek (6'5''-G-1999, played in 2023-24) plays for Neptunas in Lithuanian LKL
Kur Kuath (6'10''-F/C-1998, played in 2018-21) plays for Draemland Gran Canaria in Spanish Liga Endesa
Jalon Moore (6'7''-F-2003, played in 2023-25) plays for New Orleans Pelicans in the NBA
Buddy Hield (6'4''-G-1993, played in 2012-16) plays for Atlanta Hawks in the NBA
Austin Reaves (6'5''-G-1998, played in 2018-18) plays for Los Angeles Lakers in the NBA
Trae Young (6'1''-PG-1998, played in 2017-18) plays for Washington Wizards in the NBA
Jamuni McNeace (6'10''-C-1996, played in 2014-14) signed for Tofas Bursa in Turkish BSL
Le'Tre Darthard (6'4''-G-2000, played in 2023-24) signed for EWE Baskets Oldenburg in German BBL
Ethan Chargois (6'9''-F-1999, played in 2021-22) plays for Gargzdu in Lithuanian LKL
Isaiah Cousins (6'4''-G-1994, played in 2012-16) plays for Arriva Polski Cukier Torun in Polish OBL
Jordan Goldwire (6'2''-G-1999, played in 2021-22) plays for Cacak 94 in Serbian KLS
Jalen Hill (6'6''-F-2001, played in 2019-23) plays for Margveti in Georgian Superleague
Christian James (6'5''-PG-1996, played in 2015-19) plays for Slovan in Slovakian Tipos SBL
Rashard Odomes (6'6''-G-1996, played in 2015-19) played for Pyrinto in Finnish Korisliiga few monts ago
Sam Godwin (6'10''-F-2001, played in 2022-25) plays for NH Ostrava in Czech Republic NBL
Glenn Taylor Jr. (6'6''-F-2002, played in 2024-25) plays for Unger Steel Gunners Oberwart in Austrian BSL
Brycen Goodine (6'4''-G, played in 2024-25) plays for Oviedo in Spanish Primera FEB
Matt Freeman (6'10''-F-1997, played in 2016-19) plays for Franklin Bulls in New Zealand NBL
Tanner Groves (6'10''-F/C-1999, played in 2023-23) plays for Saga Ballooners in Japanese B1 League
Cameron Clark (6'7''-F-1991, played in 2010-14) plays for HK Eastern in Hong Kong D1
Marvin Johnson (6'6''-G-1998) plays for Muskogee Skykings in the TBL
Aaron Calixte (5'11''-PG-1994, played in 2018-19) played for Terra Branca in Cape Verdean ACVB last year
Andrew Fitzgerald (6'8''-C/F-1990, played in 2009-13) plays for Tachikawa Dice in Japanese B3 League
Notice: The list above includes only some of alumni playing currently in pro basketball. Check complete list of The University of Oklahoma basketball alumni.
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