Courtesy of Eurobasket LLC Every week we bring you a list of the top former Cavaliers players who continue their career in pro basketball.
#1. Braxton Key, a 6'8'' forward who graduated from Virginia in 2020 and received an All-ACC Honorable Mention award, currently plays professionally in Turkey. Recently, he showcased his skills by leading his Turkish team, Fenerbahce Beko Istanbul, to a remarkable victory against the 11th-ranked Dubai (2-2) with a final score of 76-66 in the Euroleague last Friday. Key's stellar performance included scoring 12 points, grabbing 8 rebounds, and dishing out 1 assist in 26 minutes of play, demonstrating his talent and impact on the court. Fenerbahce Beko Istanbul, with a record of 3-1, currently holds the fourth position in the league standings, with this win marking their third consecutive victory. Despite the early stage of the season, Key's consistent contributions have been noteworthy, averaging 9.5 points, 7.5 rebounds, and 1.8 assists per game in the four games he has played so far. His exceptional performance against Dubai not only helped secure the win for his team but also highlighted his capabilities as a champion player. As the season progresses, Key's skills and leadership will continue to be crucial for Fenerbahce Beko Istanbul as they strive for success in the league.
#2. Kyle Guy, a 6'2'' shooting guard and Cavaliers alumnus from 2019, is currently playing professionally in Spain. Recently, he led La Laguna Tenerife to a hard-fought victory over Unicaja in the Spanish Liga Endesa, with a score of 80-75. Guy's stellar performance earned him the MVP title of the game, where he showcased his talent by scoring 18 points, grabbing 4 rebounds, and providing 1 assist in just 26 minutes of play. Despite being in his first season with the team, Guy has been making a significant impact with his impressive statistics. He currently boasts an average of 14.5 points, 3.0 rebounds, and 2.0 assists per game in the two games played so far. La Laguna Tenerife currently holds the tenth spot in the league standings, with a record of 1-1. Kyle Guy's exceptional performance highlights his potential as a champion player and an asset to his team.
#3. Devon Hall, a 6'5'' guard who is 31 years old and a graduate of the University of Virginia in 2018, was instrumental in helping his team win the ACC Regular Season Champion title that year. Currently playing professionally in Italy, Hall recently played for AX Armani Exchange Milano in a game against the higher-ranked Baskonia, where Milano suffered a 76-86 defeat on the road. In this match, despite Hall's commendable performance, Milano couldn't secure the win. Hall showcased his skills by achieving a double-double with 12 points and 12 assists, along with 2 rebounds, during the 36 minutes he spent on the court. Even though he put up an impressive display against Baskonia, contributing significantly to his team's efforts, they were unable to emerge victorious. Throughout this season, Hall has maintained solid statistics, averaging 10.3 points, 3.0 rebounds, and 6.3 assists per game across four games. His consistent performance and contributions on the court demonstrate his value as a skilled player and a key asset for his team.
#4. Malik Thomas, a 24-year-old 6'5'' guard and a Cavaliers alumni from 2026, is currently playing professionally in Belgium. He recently led his Belgian team, Partena Professional Okapi Aalst, to a remarkable victory over the 14th-ranked Oostende with a score of 95-87 in the BNXT League last Saturday. Thomas, who received the ACC All-Tournament Second Team award in 2026, showcased his skills and talent by being named the MVP of the game. In his debut game for Partena Professional Okapi Aalst this season, Thomas delivered an outstanding performance by scoring an impressive 26 points, grabbing 6 rebounds, and playing for 32 minutes. This exceptional performance is even more noteworthy considering that it is Thomas' first season in professional basketball. Currently, his team is holding the fourth position in the league standings. Thomas truly displayed his champion spirit in the game against Oostende, proving his capabilities on the court as a finalist.
#5. Mike Tobey, the 7'0'' center who graduated from Virginia in 2016 and helped them reach the final of the ACC Tournament that year, is currently playing professionally in Italy. In a recent game, Tobey was a key player for Verona as they secured a narrow 75-72 victory over Armani Milano in the Italian Serie A. The 31-year-old athlete showcased his skills by recording a double-double with 13 points and 14 rebounds in just 28 minutes of play. Tezenis Scaligera Verona, with a current record of 1-1, holds the tenth spot in the league standings. This season marks Tobey's debut with the team, and his impactful performance against Milano, where he also contributed 2 assists, was instrumental in securing the win. Tobey's outstanding display on the court led to him being awarded the Triple-Double Badge by eurobasket.com, highlighting his prowess as a champion. Throughout the season, Tobey has maintained impressive individual statistics, averaging 16.0 points per game, 12.5 rebounds per game (leading the league in this category), and 3.0 assists per game across two matches. Despite being a naturalized American, Tobey has made a significant impact in the Italian league and continues to excel as a finalist.
#6. Guinean Mamadi Diakite, a 6'11'' center who is 29 years old and an alum of the Cavaliers from 2020, currently plays professionally in the United Arab Emirates. In a recent Euroleague match, he faced off against the aforementioned Braxton Key. Unfortunately, despite his efforts, Diakite was unable to help Dubai (2-2) secure a victory in their last game. The team suffered a 66-76 loss to the much higher-ranked (#4) Fenerbahce in Istanbul. Diakite managed to score 10 points in 20 minutes of play. During the game against Fenerbahce, Diakite showcased a strong performance by contributing 10 points and 2 rebounds. However, despite his solid display, Dubai was unable to come out on top. So far this year, Diakite has been averaging 7.5 points per game and 3.0 rebounds per game over the course of four games.
#7. Jacari White, a 6'3'' guard aged 23 who graduated from Virginia in 2026 after helping them reach the final of the ACC Tournament that year, is currently playing professionally in Belgium. In his debut game for Windrose Giants Antwerp this season, White made a notable impact by contributing 8 points, 3 rebounds, and 1 assist in just 20 minutes of play. His performance was instrumental in the team's dominant 100-63 victory over the 13th-ranked Belfius Mons-Hainaut in the BNXT League last Saturday. White's crucial contributions on the court showcased his skills and played a key role in guiding his team to success against their opponents.
#8. Armaan Franklin, a 6'4'' guard who is 25 years old and an alumnus of the Cavaliers from 2023 when they became the ACC Regular Season Champion, is currently playing professionally in Germany. In a recent game for Rasta Vechta, despite his standout performance, the team was unable to secure a victory. Franklin contributed 15 points in 28 minutes of play as Vechta, the bottom-ranked team, faced off against the second-ranked Braunschweig and suffered a close 87-93 defeat on the road. Against Braunschweig, Franklin showcased his skills by scoring 15 points, collecting 1 rebound, and providing 1 assist. Despite his notable efforts, Vechta was unable to secure the win. Throughout the season, Franklin has maintained solid statistics, averaging 11.3 points per game and 2.8 rebounds per game across four games.
#9. Devin Tillis, a 24-year-old forward standing at 6'7'' who graduated from Virginia in 2026 and helped them reach the final of the ACC Tournament that year, currently plays professionally in Finland. In a recent game, he led his team Korihait to a decisive 88-67 victory over the closely-ranked Seagulls in the Finnish Korisliiga. Tillis showcased his skills by scoring 12 points, grabbing 6 rebounds, and contributing 2 assists in 27 minutes of play. His remarkable performance against the Seagulls not only highlighted his scoring ability and versatility on the court but also played a significant role in securing the victory for his team, further solidifying his reputation as a champion. Throughout this season, Tillis has maintained solid statistics, averaging 13.7 points, 6.0 rebounds, and 2.0 assists per game across three games, showcasing his consistent contributions to his team's success.
#10. Experienced champion Darion Atkins, a 6'8'' forward aged 34 and a Cavaliers alumnus from 2015, is currently playing professionally in Germany. In a recent BKT Eurocup match, Atkins, who helped his college team secure the ACC Regular Season Champion title in 2015, played a crucial role for NINERS Chemnitz. He contributed significantly to their 93-84 victory over the closely-ranked Neptunas by scoring 5 points and grabbing 2 rebounds in just 12 minutes of play. Atkins' noteworthy performance on the court was instrumental in NINERS Chemnitz emerging as the champion in that game. Throughout this season, Atkins has been averaging 2.5 points and 3.0 rebounds per game in the two games he has played so far.
Other former The University of Virginia players, who play in pro basketball:
Justin Anderson (6'6''-F-1993, played in 2012-15) plays for Dubai in UAE Adriatic League
Tomas Woldetensae (6'5''-F/G-1998, played in 2019-21) plays for Reggio Emilia in Italian Serie A
Jay Huff (7'1''-C/F-1998, played in 2016-16) plays for Indiana Pacers in the NBA
Ugonna Onyenso (7'0''-C-2004, played in 2025-26) signed for Detroit Pistons in the NBA
Ryan Dunn (6'7''-G-2003, played in 2022-24) plays for Phoenix Suns in the NBA
Malcolm Brogdon (6'5''-SG-1992, played in 2011-12) played for New York Knicks in the NBA
De'Andre Hunter (6'8''-F/G-1997, played in 2016-16) plays for Sacramento Kings in the NBA
Trey Murphy III (6'9''-F-2000, played in 2020-21) plays for New Orleans Pelicans in the NBA
Anthony Gill (6'8''-PF-1992, played in 2012-12) plays for Washington Wizards in the NBA
Sam Hauser (6'8''-SF-1997, played in 2019-19) plays for Boston Celtics in the NBA
Ty Jerome (6'5''-G/F-1997, played in 2016-19) plays for Memphis Grizzlies in the NBA
Laurynas Mikalauskas (6'9''-C-1985, played in 2004-08) played for Palanga in Lithuanian NKL
Taine Murray (6'5''-G-2002, played in 2021-25) signed for Brisbane Bullets in Australian NBL
Jerome Meyinsse (6'10''-C-1988, played in 2006-10) plays for Soles de Mexicali in Mexican LNBP
London Perrantes (6'2''-G-1994, played in 2013-17) plays for Maroussi in Greek GBL
Kihei Clark (5'9''-PG-2000, played in 2023-23) signed for Rasta Vechta in German BBL
Bennett Vander Plas (6'8''-SF-1998, played in 2022-23) signed for Arriva Polski Cukier Torun in Polish OBL
Nigel Johnson (6'2''-G-1995, played in 2017-18) played for Al Ahli Sports Club Doha in Qatari QBL
Sylven Landesberg (6'6''-G/F-1990, played in 2008-10) played for BK Karbon-X Dukes Klosterneuburg in Austrian BSL
Isaac McKneely (6'4''-G-2003, played in 2022-25) played for Atlanta Hawks in the NBA Summer League
Akil Mitchell (6'9''-C-1992, played in 2010-14) plays for Nagasaki Velca in Japanese B.Premier League
Reece Beekman (6'3''-G-2001, played in 2020-24) played for Washington Wizards in the NBA Summer League
Jordan Minor (6'8''-F-2000, played in 2023-24) plays for Brampton Honey Badgers in CEBL
Jayden Gardner (6'7''-F-2000, played in 2021-23) signed for Shizuoka Veltex in Japanese B.One League
Kody Stattmann (6'8''-F/G-2000, played in 2018-22) signed for Tasmania JackJumpers in Australian NBL
Notice: The list above includes only some of alumni playing currently in pro basketball. Check complete list of The University of Virginia basketball alumni.
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