Courtesy of Eurobasket LLC We bring you last week's top former Horned Frogs players who are currently playing in pro basketball.
#1. In a recent Australian NBL One game, Trazarien White, a 6'6'' forward who graduated from TCU in 2025 and now plays professionally in Australia, showcased his exceptional skills by leading the Knox Raiders to a resounding 109-92 victory over the 19th-ranked Miners. White's stellar performance earned him the title of MVP of the game, as he scored a remarkable 33 points and secured 5 rebounds during his 38 minutes on the court. This outstanding display is particularly impressive given that White is in his debut season in professional basketball. Moreover, White's impact extended beyond this game, as he consistently demonstrates his prowess on the court. Notably, he delivered another remarkable performance against Ballarat M, scoring 33 points, grabbing 5 rebounds, and contributing 2 assists, ultimately guiding his team to triumph as the champion of that game. These achievements highlight White's significant contribution to the success of the Knox Raiders, who currently hold the third position in the South group standings. Individually, White has been having an outstanding season, showcasing impressive statistics. He boasts an average of 24.6 points per game, ranking him as the fourth-best scorer in the league. Additionally, he averages 5.9 rebounds, 2.4 assists, and 1.5 steals per game across the 14 games he has played so far. White's consistent high-level performance underscores his status as a standout player in the league, making him a key figure in his team's quest for success as they aim to secure victories and continue their journey towards potential championship glory.
#2. Jameer Nelson Jr., a 6'1'' point guard and 25-year-old finalist from the Horned Frogs alumni of 2024, currently showcases his skills playing professionally in Puerto Rico. In a recent game, despite his outstanding performance, he couldn't lead Osos de Manati (8-15) to victory. The team, currently in sixth place, faced a tough 98-95 loss on the road against the leading Vaqueros in Group B. Nelson Jr. stood out as the second-highest scorer of the game, contributing 21 points along with 3 assists during his 36 minutes on the court. This performance is particularly impressive considering it is only his second season in professional basketball. Unfortunately, this defeat marked Osos de Manati's third consecutive loss. In another notable game against Bayamon, Nelson Jr. demonstrated his skills by scoring 21 points, grabbing 2 rebounds, and providing 3 assists. Despite his remarkable efforts, his team fell short and was unable to secure the win. Throughout the season, Nelson Jr. has been excelling individually with impressive statistics, averaging 20.5 points, 3.3 rebounds, 4.3 assists, and 3.0 steals per game across four games.
#3. Kenrich Williams, a 6'6'' guard/forward and TCU graduate in 2018, currently plays professionally in the NBA. Despite his efforts, Williams, in his first season with the Oklahoma City Thunder, was unable to lead the team to victory against the San Antonio Spurs. In the game, Williams contributed 7 points, 6 rebounds, and 2 assists in 15 minutes of play. The Thunder suffered a significant defeat to the Spurs, with a final score of 118-91. Although Williams showcased a solid individual performance, averaging 5.9 points, 3.1 rebounds, and 1.3 assists per game over 67 games this season, his team fell short in this particular matchup.
#4. South Sudanese champion Kouat Noi, a 6'7'' forward and 28-year-old alum from Horned Frogs in 2019, currently plays professionally in Lebanon. In a recent match, he led Al Riyadi to victory over the closely-ranked Sagesse with a score of 94-86 in a thrilling derby game in the Lebanese Decathlon Lebanese Basketball League. Noi was named the MVP of the game after an impressive performance, recording 23 points, 6 rebounds, and 4 assists in 37 minutes on the court. This game was a highly anticipated matchup between two top 4 ranked teams in the league, with Sporting Al Riyadi Beirut, where Noi plays, leading the league standings with a record of 21-1. The Regular Season has already concluded, and it was noted that this is Noi's first season with the team. Noi's exceptional performance against Sagesse showcased his skills and contribution to the team, highlighting his capabilities as a champion. Throughout the season, he has maintained high statistics, averaging 23.3 points, 4.0 rebounds, and 2.7 assists per game in three games played. It is worth mentioning that in addition to his South Sudanese background, Noi holds Australian citizenship, adding to his diverse profile as a finalist athlete.
#5. Xavier Cork, a 25-year-old 6'9'' forward who graduated from TCU in 2024 and currently plays professionally in Holland, recently competed in a game where his team Den Bosch faced off against Zwolle. Despite Cork's efforts, Den Bosch was unable to secure a victory over the Zwolle team, resulting in a final score of 57-72 in favor of Zwolle on their home court. During the game, Cork showcased his skills by contributing 8 points, 3 rebounds, and 1 assist in just 17 minutes of play. His performance was notable, but unfortunately, it was not enough to lead his team to victory. Despite the loss, Cork's individual statistics for the game were commendable. In the ongoing season, Cork has been maintaining an average of 8.5 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 1.8 assists per game across four games. While he continues to demonstrate his abilities on the court, Cork and his team will be looking to bounce back from this defeat and strive for success in their upcoming matches.
#6. Chauncey Collins, a 6'1'' point guard and 31-year-old Horned Frogs alumnus from the class of 2016, currently plays professionally in Poland. In a recent match, Collins was unable to lead Lodz to victory against Enea Astoria, as his team fell short with a score of 87-96. Despite his efforts, Collins only managed to score 4 points and provide 3 assists in 30 minutes of play. Although Lodz faced a tough challenge against Bydgoszcz, Collins displayed a commendable performance by contributing 4 points, 3 rebounds, and 3 assists. Nevertheless, his team was unable to clinch the win in that matchup. Throughout the season, Collins has maintained relatively good statistics, averaging 12.8 points, 2.9 rebounds, and 2.2 assists per game across 35 appearances.
#7. Mike Miles Jr., a 23-year-old 6'2'' guard who graduated from TCU in 2023, is currently playing professionally in Colombia. In a recent match, he led the Paisas to a 105-97 victory over the closely-ranked Caimanes in the Colombian LBP. Miles Jr. showcased his skills by being named the MVP of the game after achieving a double-double with 24 points and 10 rebounds, along with 3 assists, all in 40 minutes of play. His stellar performance on the court not only secured the win for his team but also earned him the title of the champion of the game. Throughout the season, Miles Jr. has maintained impressive statistics, averaging 17.7 points, 3.1 rebounds, and 1.5 assists per game in 11 appearances. His consistent contributions have undoubtedly made him a standout finalist in the league.
Other former Texas Christian University players, who play in pro basketball:
Nikola Gacesa (6'9''-F/C-1987, played in 2010-11) played for Gajdobra in Serbian KLS few monts ago
Micah Peavy (6'8''-G/F-2001, played in 2021-24) plays for New Orleans Pelicans in the NBA
Emanuel Miller (6'7''-F-2000, played in 2021-24) plays for San Antonio Spurs in the NBA
Desmond Bane (6'6''-G-1998, played in 2016-20) plays for Orlando Magic in the NBA
Vladimir Brodziansky (6'11''-C/F-1994, played in 2015-18) plays for Fujian Sturgeons in Chinese CBA
JaKobe Coles (6'8''-F-2001, played in 2021-24) plays for Samobor in Croatian Premijer Liga
Jaire Grayer (6'5''-G-1996, played in 2019-20) plays for Zonkeys de Tijuana in Mexican CIBACOPA
Avery Anderson III (6'3''-G-2000, played in 2023-24) plays for Gornik Zamek Ksiaz Walbrzych in Polish OBL
Trey Tennyson (6'4''-G-2001, played in 2023-24) plays for PGE Start Lublin in Polish OBL
JD Miller (6'8''-F-1996, played in 2015-19) plays for Cocodrilos in Venezuelan SPB
Garlon Green (6'7''-F-1991, played in 2009-13) plays for Sharks Antibes in French ProB
Chuck O'Bannon Jr. (6'6''-F-1999, played in 2020-24) plays for Honved in Hungarian A Division
Noah Reynolds (6'3''-G-2002, played in 2024-25) plays for Prievidza in Slovakian Tipos SBL
Kyan Anderson (5'11''-PG-1992, played in 2011-15) plays for Bashkimi in Kosovan Superliga
Alex Robinson (6'1''-PG-1995, played in 2016-19) played for Nelson Giants in New Zealand NBL last year
Damion Baugh (6'4''-G-2000, played in 2024-24) plays for Ahly Benghazi in Libyan D1
Connell Crossland (6'7''-F-1991, played in 2011-13) played for St. Louis Griffins in the TBL last year
Chris Washburn (6'8''-F-1993, played in 2014-17) played for Delhi Dribblers in Indian INBL last year
Edvinas Ruzgas (6'6''-G/F-1987, played in 2008-10) played for SK Ferimsta in Lithuanian SKL last year
RJ Nembhard (6'5''-G-1999, played in 2017-18) plays for Valley Suns in the NBA G League
Notice: The list above includes only some of alumni playing currently in pro basketball. Check complete list of Texas Christian University basketball alumni.
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