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 Greg Brown III (20 points), Royce Hamm Jr. (15 points), and Cory Joseph (6 points).
#1. Greg Brown III, a 6'7'' forward who graduated from Texas in 2021 after helping them win the Big 12 Tournament, is currently playing professionally in Greece for AEK. In his latest game, despite his outstanding performance, AEK suffered a heavy defeat at the hands of league leaders Olympiacos, with a final score of 95-68. Brown III showcased his skills by recording a double-double, scoring 20 points and grabbing 10 rebounds in just 26 minutes on the court. This season marks Brown III's debut with the team, where he has been displaying impressive performances. Against Olympiacos, he contributed significantly with 20 points, 10 rebounds, and 1 assist, yet unfortunately, his team couldn't secure the win. Throughout the season, Brown III has maintained solid statistics, averaging 12.6 points, 7.5 rebounds, and 1.1 blocks per game in the 14 games he has played so far.
#2. Royce Hamm Jr., a 6'9'' center and Runnin' Rebels alumni from 2022, had a standout performance in his most recent game for Trabzonspor in Turkey. Despite his impressive display, Trabzonspor, with a record of 19-11, suffered a heavy 94-78 defeat at home to the higher-ranked #3 Bahcesehir team. Hamm Jr., who previously played in Texas between 2017 and 2021 and helped his team win the Big 12 Tournament, showcased his skills by contributing 15 points and 6 rebounds in 36 minutes of play. This season marks his debut with the Trabzonspor team, where he has been averaging 9.7 points per game and 5.8 rebounds per game across 27 games. In the match against Bahcesehir, Hamm Jr. emerged as the second-best scorer for his team, demonstrating his scoring prowess and ability to contribute on the boards. Despite his efforts, Trabzonspor could not secure the victory, reflecting the competitive nature of the game and the challenges faced by the team against a strong opponent.
#3. Experienced Canadian basketball player Cory Joseph, standing at 6'3'' and at 34 years old, is currently playing professionally in Greece. Joseph, a graduate of the University of Texas in 2011 where he received the All-Big 12 Honorable Mention award, recently made a significant contribution to Olympiacos' victory over the closely-ranked Panathinaikos by a score of 82-76 in the Greek Stoiximan Basketball League. The game took place on Wednesday night and was considered the highlight of the round as it featured two of the top 4 ranked teams in the league. Olympiacos S.F.P. Piraeus, boasting an impressive record of 24-0, currently holds the top position in the league standings. During the game against Panathinaikos, Cory Joseph managed to score 6 points in just 16 minutes of play. His performance was crucial in helping his team secure the victory and maintain their unbeaten streak in the Finals, having won all twenty-four games so far. In addition to his scoring, Joseph also grabbed 1 rebound and provided 1 assist, showcasing his versatility on the court. Throughout this season, Joseph has been averaging 7.0 points, 1.5 rebounds, and 4.0 assists per game in the two games played. His consistent contributions and solid performance have undoubtedly played a key role in Olympiacos' success, making him a valuable asset to the team as they strive to defend their position as the champion of the league.
#4. Timmy Allen, a 6'6'' forward and 26-year-old Longhorns alumnus from 2023, was a crucial part of the team that emerged as the champion of the Big 12 Tournament that year. Currently playing professionally in Greece, Allen recently competed for PAOK (17-7) in a thrilling match against Panathinaikos (19-5) in the Greek Stoiximan Basketball League. Despite his best efforts, Allen's team, PAOK, fell short against the formidable Panathinaikos with a final score of 102-114 in a challenging away game. Allen himself showcased his skills on the court by contributing 6 points and making 3 steals in 25 minutes of play. His individual performance was noteworthy, as he managed to score 6 points, grab 2 rebounds, and provide 1 assist against the tough competition of Panathinaikos. Throughout this season, Allen has been maintaining solid averages of 8.7 points, 3.1 rebounds, and 1.5 assists per game across 16 games. Despite the outcome of the recent match, Allen's talent and contributions continue to make a significant impact for his team as they strive for success in the league.
#5. Sir Jabari Rice, a 6'4'' guard who graduated from Texas in 2023 and earned the Portsmouth Invitational Tournament MVP award that same year, currently plays professionally in Spain. In a recent game, he was unable to lead MoraBanc Andorra (10-24) to victory as they suffered a close 95-100 defeat against the formidable FC Barcelona, ranked #5 in the league. Despite a strong individual performance by Rice, where he scored 13 points in just 24 minutes of play, Andorra was unable to secure a win. The Regular Season has concluded, and Rice's overall performance this season has been noteworthy, averaging 13.7 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 3.9 assists per game over the course of 14 games. In the recent match against FC Barcelona, Rice displayed his skills by contributing 13 points and 2 assists, showcasing his talent on the court even in the face of a tough opponent. Despite his impressive efforts, his team ultimately fell short in the game.
#6. Andrew Jones, a 6'4'' guard and 28-year-old Longhorns alum from 2022, is currently playing professionally in Austria. Recently, he showcased his skills by leading HEFTE HELFEN Bulls Kapfenberg to a decisive 70-57 victory over the second-ranked Gunners Oberwart in the Austrian Win2Day Basketball Superliga. In this game, Jones was named the MVP after an outstanding performance where he scored 17 points, grabbed 5 rebounds, and delivered 4 assists during his 33 minutes on the court. His impressive display not only earned him individual accolades but also helped secure the win for his team. With an average of 19.6 points, 5.3 rebounds, 3.4 assists, and 1.5 steals per game in 39 appearances, Jones has been consistently delivering strong performances throughout the season. His contributions on the court have undoubtedly established him as a true champion and a standout finalist in the Austrian basketball league.
#7. Matt Coleman III, a 6'2'' point guard who graduated from Texas in 2021, is currently playing professionally in Israel. Despite his stellar performance, the champion M.Raanana (6-20) was unable to secure a victory in their recent game. The team suffered a crushing 96-70 defeat on the road against the leading Ironi Nes-Ziona in the Places 11-14 group. In the match, Coleman III showcased his skills by contributing 10 points and 6 assists during his 29 minutes on the court. Although he put up an impressive performance against Ironi Nes-Ziona, recording 10 points, 3 rebounds, and 6 assists, his team ultimately fell short. Throughout the season, Coleman III has maintained high statistics, averaging 19.2 points, 3.2 rebounds, 7.4 assists, and 1.4 steals per game in five appearances. Despite the team's challenges, Coleman III continues to excel individually as a finalist in the league.
#8. Bahamas Kai Jones, a 25-year-old center standing at 6'11'' and an alumnus of Longhorns from 2021, is currently playing professionally in Turkey. Despite his notable achievements, such as winning the All-Big 12 Sixth Man of the Year award, his recent performance for Anadolu Efes Istanbul against Fenerbahce was not one of his finest moments. In the match, Jones only managed to score 2 points and grab 2 rebounds in 6 minutes of playing time as his team suffered a narrow 60-59 defeat. Although he showed determination and contributed to his team's efforts, the outcome was not in their favor. Throughout this season, Jones has been averaging 4.9 points and 4.0 rebounds per game across 28 appearances.
#9. Jase Febres, a 6'5'' guard who recently graduated from Texas in 2022, is currently playing professionally in Puerto Rico. In a recent game, he made a significant impact for the Santeros de Aguada, helping them secure a 94-87 victory over the league-leading Atleticos. Febres showcased his skills by scoring 6 points, grabbing 4 rebounds, and playing for 17 minutes. In another notable performance against San German, Febres once again proved to be a key contributor, tallying 6 points, 4 rebounds, and 2 assists to help his team clinch a crucial win. His standout play on the court has been instrumental in leading his team to success this season. Despite his limited playing time, Febres has been averaging 3.0 points, 1.5 rebounds, and 1.2 assists per game over the course of six games this year. It is also worth noting that Febres holds both American and Puerto Rican citizenship, allowing him to play in Puerto Rico as a domestic player, further enhancing his value to the team.
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
Dylan Osetkowski (6'9''-C-1996, played in 2016-16) plays for Partizan in Serbian KLS
Marcus Carr (6'2''-G-1999, played in 2023-23) plays for FIT/One Wuerzburg Baskets in German BBL
Jaxson Hayes (7'0''-C/F-2000, played in 2018-19) plays for Los Angeles Lakers in the NBA
Myles Turner (6'11''-C/F-1996, played in 2014-15) plays for Milwaukee Bucks in the NBA
Tre Johnson (6'6''-G-2006, played in 2024-25) plays for Washington Wizards in the NBA
Jayson Kent (6'8''-F/G-2002, played in 2024-25) plays for Portland Trail Blazers in the NBA
Jarrett Allen (6'10''-C-1998, played in 2016-17) plays for Cleveland Cavaliers in the NBA
Kevin Durant (6'10''-PF-1988, played in 2006-07) plays for Houston Rockets in the NBA
P.J. Tucker (6'6''-F-1985, played in 2003-06) played for New York Knicks in the NBA last year
Jericho Sims (6'10''-C-1998, played in 2017-21) plays for Milwaukee Bucks in the NBA
Mohamed Bamba (7'0''-C-1998, played in 2017-18) plays for Utah Jazz in the NBA
Tristan Thompson (6'9''-F-1991, played in 2010-11) played for Cleveland Cavaliers in the NBA last year
Kadin Shedrick (6'11''-F, played in 2023-25) plays for H.Gilboa Galil in Israeli Winner League
Christian Bishop (6'7''-F/C-1999, played in 2023-24) plays for Pinar Karsiyaka SK Izmir in Turkish BSL
J'Covan Brown (6'3''-G-1990, played in 2009-12) plays for Darussafaka Lassa Istanbul in Turkish TBL
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
Dylan Disu (6'9''-F-2000, played in 2021-24) played for Raptors 905 Mississauga in the NBA G League last year
Arthur Kaluma (6'7''-F-2002, played in 2024-25) plays for South Bay Lakers in the NBA G League
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
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
Chris Mihm (7'0''-C-1979, played in 1997-00) plays for Barry Huskies in Welsh South Wales
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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