Courtesy of Eurobasket LLC Here is the weekly review of the top performing Seahawks alumni, who are currently playing in pro basketball.
#1. Mike Okauru, a 6'3'' shooting guard who graduated from UNCW in 2022 and helped them secure the CAA Regular Season Co-Champion title that year, currently plays professionally in Poland. In a recent game, despite his outstanding performance, Okauru could not prevent his team, AMW Arka Gdynia, from losing 89-96 on the road to the lower-ranked team, Zastal, who held the #8 spot. Okauru had an impressive showing, leading all scorers with 30 points, along with contributing 4 rebounds in 32 minutes of play. Throughout the season, Okauru has maintained solid statistics, averaging 11.6 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 3.1 assists per game in the 38 games he has played so far. Despite his consistent contributions, his team fell short in the match against Zastal, resulting in a tough loss for the finalists.
#2. Devontae Cacok, a 6'7'' power forward who is 29 years old and an alum of Seahawks from 2019, currently plays professionally in Spain. Recently, he showcased his skills by leading Universidad Catolica de Murcia CB to a resounding 116-95 victory over the 14th-ranked Lleida in a Spanish Liga Endesa game. In this impressive performance, Cacok contributed 13 points, 9 rebounds, and 1 assist in just 21 minutes of play. The win against Lleida marked Universidad Catolica de Murcia CB's third consecutive victory, positioning them third in the league with a record of 25-9. With only two games remaining in the Regular Season, every game becomes crucial for the team's standings. This season marks Cacok's debut with the team, where he has maintained solid statistics, averaging 11.5 points and 5.1 rebounds per game across 32 games. Cacok's impact on the court was undeniable as he played a pivotal role in securing the victory for his team, showcasing his skills and contributing significantly to their success. His performance against Lleida exemplified his talent and determination, establishing him as a key player for Universidad Catolica de Murcia CB. Through his efforts, Cacok aims to continue excelling and lead his team to further victories as they strive to become the champion of the league.
#3. Maleeck Harden-Hayes, a 6'7'' guard who is 25 years old and a UNCW graduate from the class of 2024, is currently playing professionally in Portugal. In a recent game for Sporting, despite his standout performance, he was unable to lead his team to victory against the lower-ranked FC Porto. Harden-Hayes showcased his talent by scoring 21 points and making 3 steals in 36 minutes of play, highlighting his skills in only his second season in professional basketball. Despite his individual efforts, Sporting ended up losing 76-86 to FC Porto. Harden-Hayes has been a key player for Sporting this season, averaging 10.0 points per game and 6.0 rebounds per game in 27 appearances. His contributions on the court have been essential for Sporting, even though they faced a tough loss in their recent game against FC Porto.
#4. Trazarien White, a standout 6'6'' forward and a Horned Frogs alumna from 2025, who previously played for UNCW between 2021 and 2024, has been making waves in his debut season as a professional basketball player in Australia. In a recent game, White led the Knox Raiders to a resounding 109-92 victory over the 19th-ranked Miners, showcasing his immense talent on the court. White's stellar performance earned him the title of MVP of the game, as he impressively scored 33 points and secured 5 rebounds in 38 minutes of play. This remarkable feat is even more noteworthy considering it is White's first season in professional basketball. His exceptional contribution was pivotal in securing the win for the Knox Raiders, solidifying his reputation as a champion. Furthermore, White's exceptional skills have not gone unnoticed throughout the season. He has been consistently delivering remarkable performances, averaging 24.6 points per game (ranking fourth in the league), along with 5.9 rebounds, 2.4 assists, and 1.5 steals per game over the course of 14 games. His remarkable statistics highlight his immense talent and contribution to the Knox Raiders' success as they aim to climb the ranks in the Australian NBL One.
#5. C.J. Gettys, a 7'0'' center who is 32 years old, graduated from Rutgers in 2017 but played for UNCW between 2012 and 2016. During his time at UNCW, he was instrumental in helping them secure the CAA Regular Season Champion title in 2016. Currently playing professionally in Indonesia, Gettys recently faced off against the #3 ranked team, Borneo, with his team Kesatria. Despite his stellar performance, where he scored 13 points, grabbed 18 rebounds, dished out 4 assists, and blocked 2 shots in 40 minutes, Kesatria suffered a 103-111 defeat in Pontianak. This loss marked Kesatria's first after a streak of three consecutive victories. Even though Kesatria didn't come out on top in the game against Borneo, Gettys showcased an exceptional performance with a double-double. His remarkable efforts did not go unnoticed, as eurobasket.com awarded him the Triple-Double Badge for his outstanding display on the court. Individually, Gettys is having a standout year with impressive statistics. He is averaging 18.0 points, 11.9 rebounds, 3.9 assists, 1.1 blocks, and 1.2 steals per game over the course of 12 games, demonstrating his prowess as a champion player.
Other former University of North Carolina Wilmington players, who play in pro basketball:
Kai Toews (6'2''-G-1998, played in 2018-20) plays for Alvark Tokyo in Japanese B1 League
Sean Moore (6'7''-F-2002, played in 2024-25) plays for Orbi in Georgian Superleague
KJ Jenkins (6'2''-G-2000, played in 2023-24) plays for Boras in Swedish Basketligan
Jordon Talley (6'1''-PG-1995, played in 2014-18) plays for Minyor 2015 in Bulgarian NBL
Jaylen Sims (6'6''-G-1998, played in 2018-22) plays for Greensboro Swarm in the NBA G League
Addison Spruill (6'5''-G-1993, played in 2013-15) plays for Cordon in Uruguayan LUB
Bo Montgomery (6'5''-G, played in 2024-25) plays for USK Praha in Czech Republic NBL
Carter Skaggs (6'5''-G-1995, played in 2019-20) played for Correcaminos UAT Victoria in Mexican LNBP few monts ago
Donovan Newby (6'1''-G-2002, played in 2022-25) plays for Rustavi in Georgian Superleague
Victor Enoh (6'8''-C-1998, played in 2022-23) played for Kriol Star in Cape Verdean Praia League last year
Shykeim Phillips (6'0''-PG, played in 2019-24) played for Angeles de Ciudad de Mexico in Mexican CIBACOPA last year
Notice: The list above includes only some of alumni playing currently in pro basketball. Check complete list of University of North Carolina Wilmington basketball alumni.
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