Courtesy of Eurobasket LLC We bring you last week's top former Titans players who are currently playing in pro basketball.
#1. Paris Bass, a 6'10'' forward/center who graduated from Detroit in 2016 and received the All-Horizon League First Team award that year, currently plays professionally in South Korea. In a recent game last Wednesday, despite his exceptional performance, he was unable to help his team, Suwon KT Sonicboom, secure a victory against Daegu, who is ranked lower at #7. Suwon KT suffered a defeat on the road with a score of 82-69. During the game, Bass displayed an impressive performance, achieving a double-double by scoring 27 points and grabbing 12 rebounds. Additionally, he contributed 4 assists and 3 blocks while maintaining a perfect 5-for-5 record from the free-throw line, all within 38 minutes of gameplay. This game marked an early stage of the season, and there is still much potential for change and improvement as the season progresses. It is noteworthy that this is Bass' first year playing with the team. Despite the team's loss, Bass stood out with his remarkable display against Daegu, showcasing his scoring ability, rebounding skills, and playmaking with 4 assists. His outstanding efforts did not go unnoticed, as he was honored with the Triple-Double Badge from eurobasket.com for his exceptional performance. Individually, Bass is having an impressive season, boasting high statistics with an average of 28.2 points per game (the second best in the league), 10.8 rebounds per game, 4.0 assists per game, and 1.2 steals per game.
#2. Italian Edoardo Del Cadia, a 27-year-old forward standing at 6'8" and an alummi of the Titans from 2024, reached the final of the Italian Serie A2 Gold that year. Currently playing professionally in Italy, he recently had a remarkable game contributing to an easy victory against the 15th-ranked Montecatini with a score of 96-78 in the Italian Serie A2. In this game, the champion scored 8 points, secured 9 rebounds, and provided 4 assists in just 22 minutes of play. Happy Casa Brindisi, where Del Cadia now plays, holds the second position in the league with a perfect record of 3 wins in the Regular Season. This marks Del Cadia's debut season with the team, and his impact on the court has been significant. His exceptional performance against Montecatini not only helped his team emerge victorious but also highlighted his skills as a finalist. Throughout this season, Del Cadia has been averaging 2.7 points, 4.0 rebounds, and 2.0 assists per game, demonstrating his consistent contribution to the team.
#3. Ghanian Prince Oduro, a 6'8'' forward who is 27 years old and graduated from Detroit in 2022, currently plays professionally in Latvia. He was instrumental in helping his team, Valmiera Glass, emerge as the CEBL Regular Season Champion in that year. In a recent game against Viimsi, an underdog in the Optibet Latvian-Estonian Basketball League, Oduro showcased his skills by scoring 6 points, pulling down 9 rebounds, and delivering 2 assists in 21 minutes of play. His exceptional performance was pivotal in Valmiera Glass' narrow 91-87 victory, further solidifying their position as the league leader with a perfect 5-0 record. With just four games remaining in the Regular Season, each match becomes crucial for the team's quest for success. Oduro's season statistics reflect his valuable contributions, averaging 10.4 points, 6.6 rebounds, and 1.4 assists per game. Despite his Ghanian roots, it is worth noting that he also holds Canadian nationality, adding to his diverse background as a standout player in the league. His standout display against Viimsi not only propelled his team to another win but also solidified his position as a champion on the court.
#4. Experienced champion Thomas Kennedy, a 6'7'' forward at 39 years old and a Titans alumnus from 2010 who currently plays professionally in Japan, recently took the court for SeaHorses Mikawa. Despite his best efforts, Kennedy could not lead SeaHorses Mikawa (4-2) to victory over the 89ers (4-3) in the Japanese B.Premier League. In a hard-fought game, he contributed 5 points in just 12 minutes of play. The SeaHorses Mikawa, holding the fifth position in the standings with a record of 4-2, faced a tough challenge against the 89ers, who are ranked fourth in the Western Conference. Unfortunately, SeaHorses Mikawa fell short and suffered a 105-90 defeat in Sendai. Even though Kennedy displayed his skills by scoring 5 points against the formidable Sendai 89ers, his team was unable to secure the much-needed victory. Throughout the season, Kennedy has been averaging 5.5 points per game and 2.2 rebounds per game, showcasing his consistency on the court. Despite the outcome of this game, Kennedy's experience and contributions continue to be valuable assets for SeaHorses Mikawa as they strive for success in the league.
#5. Georgian champion Willy Isiani, a 29-year-old forward/center standing at 6'8'' and a graduate of Detroit in 2022, currently plays professionally in Georgia. In a recent Georgian Superleague matchup, Isiani's team Kutaisi (0-2) faced off against the formidable Kavkasia (2-0) in Tbilisi. Despite Isiani's commendable effort of scoring 7 points, securing 10 rebounds, and providing 1 assist in 29 minutes of play, Kutaisi suffered a tough 97-65 defeat against the second-ranked Kavkasia. Throughout the season, Isiani has been a key player for Kutaisi, averaging 6.0 points per game and an impressive 10.0 rebounds per game. Despite the loss in this particular game, Isiani's consistent performance on the court showcases his skill and determination as he strives to lead his team to success in the Georgian Superleague.
#6. Evan Bruinsma, a 6'8'' power forward and 34-year-old Titans alumnus from 2014, currently playing professionally in Azerbaijan, showcased his skills in a recent match against Trabzon. Even though Bruinsma put up a valiant effort, scoring 7 points, grabbing 8 rebounds, and providing 1 assist in 28 minutes of play, his team, Sabah, fell short against Trabzonspor, ultimately losing by 17 points with a final score of 100-83. Despite the defeat, Bruinsma displayed an impressive performance on the court, demonstrating his versatility and impact. Throughout the season, he has been contributing consistently, averaging 8.5 points per game and 5.5 rebounds per game. While his individual contributions have been notable, Bruinsma's ultimate goal of leading Sabah to victory against Trabzon remained elusive in this matchup.
Other former University of Detroit Mercy players, who play in pro basketball:
Bul Kuol (6'7''-G/F-1997, played in 2020-21) signed for Adelaide 36ers in Australian NBL
Cole Long (6'7''-SF-1997, played in 2016-19) signed for Newcastle Eagles in British SLB
Antoine Davis (6'1''-G-1998, played in 2023-23) played for Stockton Kings in the NBA G League
Kameron Chatman (6'8''-G/F-1996, played in 2016-16) played for H.Kralove in Czech Republic NBL
Emmanuel Kuac (6'7''-G/F-2000, played in 2023-25) played for Nassjo in Swedish Basketligan
Gerald Liddell (6'8''-F-1999, played in 2022-23) played for J.Hradec in Czech Republic 1Liga
Madut Akec (6'7''-F-1999, played in 2021-22) plays for Rivers Royal Hoopers in Nigerian PBL
Alex Tchikou (6'11''-F-2002, played in 2023-25) plays for Levallois Metropolitans BC in French ELITE 2
Ray McCallum (6'3''-PG-1991, played in 2010-13) played for TSG Ghosthawks in Taiwanese PLeague+
Notice: The list above includes only some of alumni playing currently in pro basketball. Check complete list of University of Detroit Mercy basketball alumni.
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