Courtesy of Eurobasket LLC Every week we bring you a list of the top former Longhorns players who continue their career in pro basketball.
Especially interesting is good performance of Cory Joseph (4 points), Dylan Osetkowski (9 points), and Matt Coleman III (22 points).
#1. Experienced Canadian guard Cory Joseph, standing at 6'3'' and 34 years old, a graduate of Texas in 2011 where he received the All-Big 12 Honorable Mention award, currently showcases his skills playing professionally in Greece. In a recent game, he played a pivotal role in Olympiacos S.F.P. Piraeus's victory over the closely-ranked Panathinaikos with a score of 102-92 in the Greek Stoiximan Basketball League. Despite scoring only 4 points and grabbing 5 rebounds in 22 minutes of play, Joseph's contribution was crucial in the highly anticipated match between two top 4 ranked teams. Olympiacos S.F.P. Piraeus, leading the league with a record of 24-0, has been undefeated throughout the Finals under Joseph's leadership. His solid performance against Panathinaikos, where he also provided 2 assists, undoubtedly played a significant role in securing the win for his team, ultimately leading them to become the champion of the game. Throughout the season, Joseph has maintained an average of 4.8 points, 2.2 rebounds, and 2.6 assists per game, showcasing his consistent and valuable presence on the court for Olympiacos S.F.P. Piraeus.
#2. Dylan Osetkowski, a 6'9'' center and 29-year-old alum of the Longhorns from 2019, was instrumental in helping them secure the NIT Championship that year. Currently playing professionally in Serbia, he recently made a significant impact in Partizan's victory against league leader Dubai with a score of 84-70 in the AdmiralBet ABA League on Wednesday night. In the game, he showcased his skills by scoring 9 points, grabbing 5 rebounds, and playing for 29 minutes. This highly anticipated match-up between two top 4 ranked teams was a highlight of the round, with KK Partizan Mozzart Bet Beograd, where Osetkowski is in his first season, securing the win and solidifying their second-place position in the league standings. Osetkowski's exceptional performance, contributing not only in scoring and rebounding but also with 2 assists, was crucial in leading his team to victory. His consistent performance throughout the season, with averages of 8.3 points, 2.9 rebounds, 1.6 assists, and 1.2 steals per game, highlights his value as a key player on the team. Despite being a naturalized American, Osetkowski continues to prove himself as a champion on the court, showcasing his skills and contributing significantly to his team's success.
#3. Matt Coleman III, a 6'2'' point guard who graduated from Texas in 2021, is currently playing professionally in Israel. In a recent game, he led Maccabi Raanana to a impressive 95-79 victory over E. Netanya, the second-ranked team in the Israeli Winner League. Coleman III's standout performance earned him the MVP title of the game, as he recorded a double-double with 22 points and 12 assists in 34 minutes of play. Despite Maccabi Raanana being placed fourth in the Places 11-14 group with a 6-20 record, every game is crucial as there are only three games remaining in the Play-Out Round. This season marks Coleman III's debut with the team, and he has been making a significant impact, showcasing his skills as a champion player. His season averages of 18.9 points, 3.4 rebounds, 8.1 assists, and 2.0 steals per game highlight his exceptional performance on the court.
#4. Andrew Jones, a 6'4'' guard who is 28 years old and an alum of the Longhorns from 2022, is currently playing professionally in Austria. Recently, he led the HEFTE HELFEN Bulls Kapfenberg to a crucial victory over the Gunners Oberwart with a score of 88-80 in the Austrian Win2Day Basketball Superliga. In this highly anticipated matchup between two top-ranked teams in the group Places 1-6, Jones shone brightly as he was named the MVP of the game after a stellar performance. During the game, Jones showcased his exceptional skills by scoring 24 points, pulling down 5 rebounds, and contributing 1 assist in 34 minutes of play. His impressive stats not only helped secure the victory for his team but also highlighted his importance as a key player and a true champion on the court. With an average of 19.5 points per game, 5.3 rebounds, 3.2 assists, and 1.5 steals, Jones is having a standout season individually. His consistent high-level performance demonstrates his talent and determination, solidifying his position as a finalist in the league's top players.
#5. Jase Febres, a 6'5'' guard who graduated from Texas in 2022 and currently plays professionally in Puerto Rico, recently assisted Santeros de Aguada in securing a narrow 106-105 victory against the sixth-ranked Osos. Despite only scoring 2 points in 5 minutes of play, his presence on the court was felt. Santeros de Aguada, currently placed third in Group A with a record of 12-13, celebrated their first win after a string of three consecutive losses. In another game against Manati, Febres contributed 2 points and 1 rebound, proving to be a key player in his team's success. His performance was crucial in securing the win, advancing his team to the next round, and moving them closer to the coveted title of champion. This season, Febres has been averaging 2.5 points per game and 1.3 rebounds per game. It is noteworthy that Febres holds both American and Puerto Rican citizenship, allowing him to play in Puerto Rico as a domestic player, which has undoubtedly benefited his career as a professional basketball player.
Other former The University of Texas players, who play in pro basketball:
Ioannis Papapetrou (6'9''-SF-1994, played in 2011-14) played for Panathinaikos in Greek GBL few monts ago
Greg Brown III (6'7''-F-2001, played in 2020-21) plays for AEK in Greek GBL
Timmy Allen (6'6''-F-2000, played in 2023-23) plays for PAOK in Greek GBL
Kai Jones (6'11''-C-2001, played in 2019-21) plays for Anadolu Efes Istanbul in Turkish BSL
Royce Hamm Jr. (6'9''-C-1999, played in 2017-21) plays for Trabzonspor in Turkish BSL
Marcus Carr (6'2''-G-1999, played in 2023-23) plays for FIT/One Wuerzburg Baskets in German BBL
Jarrett Allen (6'10''-C-1998, played in 2016-17) plays for Cleveland Cavaliers in the NBA
Myles Turner (6'11''-C/F-1996, played in 2014-15) plays for Milwaukee Bucks in the NBA
Kevin Durant (6'10''-PF-1988, played in 2006-07) plays for Houston Rockets in the NBA
Jayson Kent (6'8''-F/G-2002, played in 2024-25) plays for Portland Trail Blazers in the NBA
Jericho Sims (6'10''-C-1998, played in 2017-21) plays for Milwaukee Bucks in the NBA
P.J. Tucker (6'6''-F-1985, played in 2003-06) played for New York Knicks in the NBA last year
Tre Johnson (6'6''-G-2006, played in 2024-25) plays for Washington Wizards in the NBA
Jaxson Hayes (7'0''-C/F-2000, played in 2018-19) plays for Los Angeles Lakers in the NBA
Tristan Thompson (6'9''-F-1991, played in 2010-11) played for Cleveland Cavaliers in the NBA last year
Mohamed Bamba (7'0''-C-1998, played in 2017-18) plays for Utah Jazz in the NBA
Kadin Shedrick (6'11''-F, played in 2023-25) plays for H.Gilboa Galil in Israeli Winner League
Sir'Jabari Rice (6'4''-G-1998, played in 2022-23) plays for MoraBanc Andorra in Spanish Liga Endesa
J'Covan Brown (6'3''-G-1990, played in 2009-12) plays for Darussafaka Lassa Istanbul in Turkish TBL
Christian Bishop (6'7''-F/C-1999, played in 2023-24) plays for Pinar Karsiyaka SK Izmir in Turkish BSL
Courtney Ramey (6'3''-G-1999, played in 2018-22) plays for PGE Start Lublin in Polish OBL
Max Abmas (6'0''-PG-2001, played in 2023-24) plays for Mets de Guaynabo in Puerto Rican BSN
Ithiel Horton (6'5''-G-2000, played in 2023-24) plays for House of Talents Kortrijk Spurs in Belgian Pro Basketball League
Ze'Rik Onyema (6'9''-F-2002, played in 2023-25) plays for Vilpas in Finnish Korisliiga
Arthur Kaluma (6'7''-F-2002, played in 2024-25) plays for South Bay Lakers in the NBA G League
Dylan Disu (6'9''-F-2000, played in 2021-24) played for Raptors 905 Mississauga in the NBA G League last year
Brock Cunningham (6'6''-F-1998, played in 2018-24) played for Union Mons-Hainaut in Belgian Pro Basketball League last year
Clinton Chapman (6'10''-F/C-1989, played in 2007-10) plays for Magnolia Hotshots in Filipino PBA
Isaiah Taylor (6'3''-PG-1994, played in 2013-16) plays for Maree in Irish Division 1
Kerwin Roach II (6'5''-G/F-1996, played in 2015-19) plays for Al-Muharraq in Bahrain Premier League
Jordan Hamilton (6'7''-F-1990, played in 2009-11) plays for Piratas in Venezuelan SPB
Chris Mihm (7'0''-C-1979, played in 1997-00) plays for Barry Huskies in Welsh South Wales
Julian Larry (6'3''-G, played in 2024-25) plays for EPG Guardians Koblenz in German ProA
Eric Davis Jr. (6'3''-F-1997, played in 2015-18) played for Cypress Venom in the NBL-US last year
Notice: The list above includes only some of alumni playing currently in pro basketball. Check complete list of The University of Texas basketball alumni.
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