Courtesy of Eurobasket LLC We bring you last week's top former Screaming Eagles players who are currently playing in pro basketball.
#1. Alex Stein, a 6'3'' guard who is 29 years old and graduated from Southern Indiana in 2019, currently plays professionally in Poland. In a recent game, he led AMW Arka Gdynia to a resounding 95-70 victory over the 14th-ranked WKS Slask, where he scored 22 points and tallied 6 assists in just 24 minutes of play. This stellar performance earned him the MVP title for the game. It was his first game of the season for AMW Arka Gdynia, who currently holds the second position in the league standings. Despite the early stage of the season, Stein's remarkable contribution in scoring, rebounding, and assisting was instrumental in his team's triumph, making him the undisputed champion in that game.
#2. Canadian Ben Ezeagu, a 6'7'' forward at 23 years old, and an alumnus of the Screaming Eagles from 2026, is currently playing professionally in Chile. In the recent game, Ezeagu, despite his very good performance, could not help Ancud (8-8) secure a victory. The fourth-placed Ancud suffered a 80-93 loss on the road to the lower-ranked (#6) Puerto Montt in the Places 1-8 group. Ezeagu showcased his skills by scoring 16 points, grabbing 7 rebounds, and playing for 27 minutes; an impressive display especially considering it is his first season in professional basketball. Unfortunately, this defeat marked Ancud's third consecutive loss in a row, as the Second Stage had already concluded. In the match against Puerto Montt, Ezeagu demonstrated his abilities by contributing 16 points, 7 rebounds, and 2 assists. Despite his remarkable performance, his team fell short in securing the win. Throughout the season, Ezeagu has been having a standout year individually, maintaining high statistics with an average of 15.6 points per game and 5.9 rebounds per game in the 12 games he has played so far.
#3. Josh Price, a 30-year-old forward standing at 6'9'' who graduated from Southern Indiana in 2021 and was instrumental in helping them achieve the GLVC East Division Regular Season Champion title that year, currently plays professionally in Romania. In a recent game, Price led Pitesti to a thrilling 90-86 victory over the 12th-ranked Sibiu in the Romanian Liga Nationala Baschet de Masculin. Despite it being his first game for Pitesti this season, Price showcased his skills by contributing 13 points, 9 rebounds, and 3 blocks in just 26 minutes on the court. His team, Pitesti, currently holds the fourth position in the league standings. Price's exceptional performance against Sibiu, where he not only displayed his scoring ability but also his prowess in rebounding and shot-blocking, played a significant role in securing the important win for his team. With his valuable contributions, Price continues to demonstrate why he is considered a champion player on the court.
#4. Jacob Polakovich, a towering 6'10'' center who is 26 years old and an alumnus of the Screaming Eagles from 2023, has been making waves in the Japanese B.One League where he currently plays professionally. In a recent match, he led the Iwate Big Bulls to a resounding victory over the fourth-ranked Watts with a dominant performance that showcased his skills on the court. During the game, Polakovich proved to be the standout player as he not only secured a win for his team but also earned the title of MVP. His stellar performance included a impressive double-double with 18 points and 18 rebounds, along with 3 assists, all achieved in just 29 minutes of play. This remarkable display of talent led to a decisive 102-66 victory for the Iwate Big Bulls, solidifying their position at the top of the North group with a flawless 4-0 record in the Regular Season. In a subsequent game against Aomori W., Polakovich once again showcased his prowess on the court by contributing significantly to another triumph for his team. His remarkable performance in this game earned him the prestigious Triple-Double Badge from eurobasket.com, underscoring his reputation as a champion player in the league. Throughout the season, Polakovich has been consistently delivering standout performances, averaging an impressive 15.3 points per game, 14.3 rebounds per game (ranking him as the third best in the league), and 2.0 assists per game across four games. His stellar stats and impact on the court highlight his exceptional skills and contribution to the success of the Iwate Big Bulls, establishing him as a finalist player to watch in the league.
Other former University of Southern Indiana players, who play in pro basketball:
Jamar Smith (6'3''-G-1987, played in 2007-10) played for Reggio Emilia in Italian Serie A
Yarin Hasson (6'10''-F-2004, played in 2023-24) signed for Ashkelon in Israeli National League
Cardell Bailey (6'6''-G-2001, played in 2025-26) signed for Sloga KR in Serbian KLS
Nolan Causwell (6'11''-F/C-2001, played in 2023-24) signed for Maia Basket in Portuguese Proliga
Jelani Simmons (6'5''-G-2000, played in 2020-23) plays for Queluz in Portuguese Liga Betclic
Jack Mielke (6'7''-F-2002, played in 2021-25) signed for Etha in Cypriot ECOMMBX BL
Manny Ogunfolu (6'7''-PF-1989, played in 2012-14) signed for Cantbasket in Spanish Tercera FEB
Tyler Henry (6'4''-G-2000, played in 2020-23) played for Marsonia in Croatian Prva Liga
Nicholas Evans (6'11''-F-1988, played in 2010-12) plays for Changhua in Taiwanese SBL
Jack Campion (5'11''-PG, played in 2022-25) plays for Knueppel Crew in the The Basketball Tournament
Emmanuel Little (6'6''-F-1999, played in 2017-21) played for Piratas in Venezuelan LSB
Notice: The list above includes only some of alumni playing currently in pro basketball. Check complete list of University of Southern Indiana basketball alumni.
Alex Stein is last week best Screaming Eagles alumni, who plays professional basketball (Photo: @assecoarkagdynia)
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