Courtesy of Eurobasket LLC Here is the weekly review of the top performing Spiders alumni, who are currently playing in pro basketball.
#1. Grant Golden, a 6'10'' center and 28-year-old Richmond graduate of 2022, is currently playing professionally in France. Recently, he showcased his skills by leading ES Chalon-Sur-Saone to a dominant 108-67 victory over Sluc Nancy, one of the league's struggling teams with a 0-3 record. Golden's exceptional performance earned him the MVP title of the game, as he contributed 20 points, 6 rebounds, and 3 assists in just 22 minutes of play. ES Chalon-Sur-Saone, with a record of 2-1, currently holds the fifth position in the league standings. Despite the early stage of the season, Golden's standout display against Nancy highlighted his impactful presence on the court, playing a crucial role in securing the win and advancing his team's journey towards potentially becoming the finalist of the league. Individually, Grant Golden has been having an outstanding season, boasting impressive statistics with an average of 15.3 points per game, 4.3 rebounds per game, and 2.0 assists per game. His consistent high-level performance is a testament to his skill and dedication as a champion player in the French Betclic ELITE league.
#2. Isaiah Bigelow, a 26-year-old forward standing at 6'7'' and an alumnus of Spiders from the class of 2024, played a crucial role in helping them secure the Atlantic 10 Regular Season Co-Champion title that year. Currently playing professionally in Italy, he suits up for Dolomiti Energia Trentino. In a recent game last Tuesday, despite his commendable performance, Trento suffered a defeat on the road against the higher-ranked WKS Slask (#5) with a score of 94-81. Bigelow displayed his skills on the court by being the second-highest scorer for his team, contributing 16 points along with 9 rebounds and 4 assists in 32 minutes of play. Despite his impressive individual performance against Slask, where he showcased his scoring ability, rebounding prowess, and playmaking skills, Trento couldn't secure the win. Throughout the season, Bigelow has maintained solid statistics, averaging 10.5 points, 7.0 rebounds, and 2.5 assists per game. His consistent contributions on both ends of the court highlight his value as a key player for his team.
#3. Experienced champion Terry Allen, a 6'8'' forward who is 32 years old and a graduate of Richmond (class of 2016) where he earned the All-Atlantic 10 Third Team award, currently plays professionally in Italy. In a recent game, he led Torino to a victory over the 18th-ranked Pistoia (0-2) with a score of 84-77 in the Italian Serie A2 (second division) on Sunday night, showcasing his skills as a finalist. Allen was named the MVP of the game after scoring 25 points, grabbing 4 rebounds, and dishing out 2 assists in 31 minutes of play. Reale Mutua Basket Torino (1-1) is currently ranked 11th in the league standings. Allen's exceptional performance against Pistoia, where he scored 25 points, grabbed 4 rebounds, and provided 2 assists, was instrumental in securing the victory for his team. His remarkable display on the court further solidified his reputation as a true champion. Throughout the season, Allen has maintained impressive individual statistics, averaging 19.5 points per game, 4.0 rebounds, and 1.5 assists, highlighting his consistent excellence as a finalist.
#4. Jordan King, a 25-year-old 6'0'' point guard and Spiders alumnus from 2024, who received the All-Atlantic 10 Co-Player of the Year award that year, currently plays professionally in France. In a recent game last Wednesday, despite his notable performance, Jordan King, the standout player for Le Mans Sarthe Basket, was unable to lead his team to victory against Tortona. Le Mans suffered a defeat with a close score of 89-83 on Tortona's home court, who held the higher rank at #6. Even though Jordan King showcased his talent by scoring an impressive 17 points and securing 1 rebound during the game against Tortona, his efforts were not enough to secure the win for his team. He stood out as the second-best scorer, demonstrating his scoring prowess in just 20 minutes of play. Throughout the season, King has maintained solid statistics, averaging 15.0 points per game, showcasing his consistency and skill on the court.
#5. DeLonnie Hunt, a 6'0'' point guard who recently graduated from Richmond in 2025, is currently playing professionally in Germany for SYNTAINICS MBC Weissenfels. In a recent game against the 11th-ranked Bamberg, Hunt played a crucial role in his team's 85-74 victory, scoring 12 points and providing 4 assists in 30 minutes on the court. This win helped SYNTAINICS MBC Weissenfels, currently placed seventh in the league, improve their record to 3-2. Hunt, in his first season with the team, showcased his skills and talent against Bamberg, contributing not only with scoring but also with 2 rebounds and 4 assists. His exceptional performance highlighted his importance to the team and demonstrated why he is considered a finalist. Throughout the season, Hunt has been delivering impressive statistics, averaging 15.4 points, 2.6 rebounds, 4.8 assists, and 1.4 steals per game. His consistent high-level performance is indicative of his potential and his capability to excel at the professional level.
#6. In a recent game in the Greek Stoiximan Basketball League, Greek player Apostolos Roumoglou, a 6'8'' forward and a 23-year-old Spiders alumnus from 2026, currently playing professionally in Greece, made a significant impact. Roumoglou contributed to ASK Karditsas Iaponiki's victory over AS Vikos Ioanninon with a final score of 85-74 on Saturday night. Despite scoring only 3 points, Roumoglou showcased his defensive prowess by blocking 4 shots in just 20 minutes of play. Against the league outsider AS Vikos Ioanninon, Roumoglou's stat line included 3 points, 1 rebound, and 1 assist, all of which were crucial in securing the win for his team. His performance played a vital role in leading ASK Karditsas Iaponiki to triumph, ultimately emerging as the champion of the game. In the ongoing season, Roumoglou maintains an average of 3.0 points per game and an impressive 2.5 blocks per game, ranking him as the fourth-best shot blocker in the league. His consistent contributions on both ends of the court demonstrate his value to the team as they strive for success in the league.
#7. Jacob Gilyard, a 5'9'' point guard who graduated from Richmond in 2022 and received the All-Atlantic 10 All-Tournament MVP award that year, currently plays professionally in France. In a recent game last Sunday, Gilyard, despite his remarkable performance, was unable to lead BCM Gravelines Dunkerque to a victory against ASVEL Lyon-Basket. The team suffered a 70-65 defeat in Villeurbanne, with Gilyard contributing as the top scorer with 15 points. Additionally, he showcased his skills by making 5 assists and securing 3 steals while maintaining a perfect 6-for-6 performance from the free-throw line, all within 38 minutes of play. Despite his outstanding individual performance against ASVEL, where he scored 15 points, grabbed 2 rebounds, and provided 5 assists, Gilyard's team ultimately faced defeat. Throughout the season, Gilyard has consistently delivered impressive statistics, averaging 15.3 points per game, 2.3 rebounds per game, 7.7 assists per game (ranking third best in the league), and leading the league with an average of 4.0 steals per game. His strong contributions on the court have solidified his reputation as a standout player in the league.
#8. Blake Francis, a 6'0'' point guard and 28-year-old Spiders alumni from 2021, currently playing professionally in Italy, has been making significant contributions to his team. In a recent game, he played a key role in Avellino's narrow 73-72 victory over Rimini in the Italian Serie A2. Despite the close margin, Francis managed to shine on the court, scoring 12 points, grabbing 2 rebounds, and dishing out 4 assists in a 33-minute performance. His remarkable display of skills was crucial in securing the victory for his team, propelling them to emerge as the champion of the game. Throughout the season, Francis has consistently delivered outstanding performances, averaging 21.5 points per game, which ranks him as the third-best scorer in the league. Additionally, he has maintained averages of 2.0 rebounds per game and 2.5 assists per game, highlighting his versatility and impact on the court. In summary, Blake Francis has proven to be a standout player in the Italian Serie A2, showcasing his talent and contributing significantly to his team's success.
#9. Jonathan Beagle, a 23-year-old 6'10'' forward who graduated from Richmond in 2026 and currently plays professionally in Holland, was unable to lead Leiden to victory against Circus Brussels. In the game, he scored 8 points, secured 4 rebounds, and played for 25 minutes. Despite his notable performance, his team suffered a significant defeat, losing by 16 points with a final score of 77-61. Against Brussels, Beagle showcased his skills by contributing 8 points, 4 rebounds, and 1 assist. Throughout the season, Beagle has maintained an average of 8.0 points per game, 4.5 rebounds per game, and 1.5 steals per game.
#10. Haitian Nathan Cayo, a 28-year-old forward standing at 6'7'' and an alum of the Spiders from 2022, showcased his basketball prowess in his debut game for Quimper UJAP in France. His experience as a former Spiders player, where he helped them secure the Atlantic 10 Tournament victory, undoubtedly contributed to his stellar performance. In the French ELITE 2 league, Cayo faced off against ASA, one of the weaker teams in the competition, and led his team to a decisive 90-67 victory. Scoring 13 points, grabbing 4 rebounds, and adding 1 assist in just 22 minutes of play, Cayo demonstrated his versatility and skill on the court. His impactful performance not only secured the win for Quimper UJAP but also highlighted his potential as a top-tier player. With Canadian nationality adding to his international background, Cayo's performance solidified his reputation as a true champion in the world of basketball.
Other former University of Richmond players, who play in pro basketball:
Andre Gustavson (6'6''-G-1999, played in 2018-23) played for Oostende in Belgian Pro Basketball League
Will Johnston (6'3''-G-2001, played in 2025-26) signed for Sydney Kings in Australian NBL
Justin Harper (6'10''-F-1989, played in 2007-11) played for Link Tochigi Brex Utsunomiya in Japanese B.Premier League
David Gonzalvez (6'4''-G-1987, played in 2006-10) played for Honka in Finnish Korisliiga
Neal Quinn (7'0''-C-2001, played in 2022-24) plays for BCM Gravelines Dunkerque in French Betclic ELITE ProA
Dusan Neskovic (6'8''-F-2000, played in 2024-25) signed for Zamora in Spanish Primera FEB
Djimon Bailey (6'5''-G-2002, played in 2020-24) plays for Team Chicago in the Eurobasket S.League
Solly Stansbury (6'8''-F-1995, played in 2013-16) plays for Levallois Metropolitans BC in French ELITE 2
Matt Grace (6'9''-F-1999, played in 2023-23) plays for Komotini in Greek Elite League
Tyler Burton (5'9''-G-2000, played in 2019-23) played for Memphis Grizzlies in the NBA Summer League
Kendall Anthony (5'8''-PG-1993, played in 2011-15) played for UniFacisa Paraiba in Brazilian NBB
Tyler Harris (6'7''-F-2001, played in 2023-24) signed for Sofadon in Greek Elite League
T.J. Cline (6'9''-PF-1994, played in 2013-13) plays for Dallas Power in the Big3
Notice: The list above includes only some of alumni playing currently in pro basketball. Check complete list of University of Richmond basketball alumni.
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