Courtesy of Eurobasket LLC We bring you last week's top former Terrapins players who are currently playing in pro basketball.
#1. Experienced champion Alyssa Thomas, a 6'2'' forward and 34-year-old athlete who graduated from Maryland in 2014 and received the All-ACC First Team award that year, currently competes professionally in the WNBA. In the recent game, she was unable to lead the Phoenix Mercury (2-5) to victory, as they were narrowly defeated 82-80 on the road by the Atlanta Dream. Despite her exceptional performance, where she scored 20 points, grabbed 12 rebounds, and provided 7 assists in 36 minutes of play, the Mercury faced their third consecutive defeat. Nevertheless, it is important to note that the season is still in its early stages, and there is potential for changes in the team's performance. Alyssa Thomas showcased her skills against the Atlanta Dream, achieving a double-double with impressive stats. Despite her remarkable efforts, her team fell short in the game, resulting in a loss. Her outstanding performance in the match earned her the prestigious Triple-Double Badge from eurobasket.com. Individually, Alyssa Thomas is having a standout season, maintaining high statistics. She boasts an average of 18.0 points per game, 7.9 rebounds per game, 7.3 assists per game (the second-best in the league), and 1.7 steals per game in the seven games she has competed in so far.
#2. Diamond Miller, a 6'3'' forward and 25-year-old alumna of the Terrapins from 2023, is a standout player in the WNBA. Recently, she suited up for the Connecticut Sun (1-7) but could not lead them to victory in their latest game. Despite her stellar performance, the Sun, ranked #7, suffered a heavy 77-59 defeat at the hands of the Storm in Seattle. Miller, the team's champion, was the top scorer with 13 points in just 23 minutes on the court. In the matchup against the Storm, Miller showcased her skills by scoring 13 points, securing 3 rebounds, and providing 2 assists. However, even with her remarkable efforts, the Sun fell short and ended up losing the game. Throughout this season, the finalist Miller has been averaging 8.3 points per game and 2.4 rebounds per game in the eight games she has participated in so far.
#3. Shyanne Sellers, a 23-year-old guard standing at 6'2'' who graduated from Maryland in 2025 and was a Wade Trophy (Player of the Year) Finalist that year, currently plays professionally in the UPSHOT league. In a recent match, Sellers was a major contributor to the Jacksonville Waves' victory over the Charlotte Crown with a score of 98-86. Despite being in her first season in professional basketball, Sellers showcased an impressive performance by scoring 21 points, grabbing 4 rebounds, and dishing out 5 assists in just 24 minutes of play. This standout performance took place in a highly anticipated game between two top 4 ranked teams, highlighting Sellers' abilities as a finalist. The Jacksonville Waves, with a somewhat weak 3-1 record this season, secured their third consecutive victory with Sellers leading the charge. Her remarkable statistics this season include an average of 14.3 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 2.8 assists per game in the four games she has played so far. Sellers' outstanding display on the court solidifies her position as a champion player and a force to be reckoned with in the league.
#4. Kaila Charles, a 6'1'' forward and 28-year-old alumna of the Terrapins from 2020, played a pivotal role in helping them clinch the Big Ten Regular Season Co-Champion title that year. She now showcases her skills in the WNBA as a professional player. In a recent Women's National Basketball Association game, Charles was a standout player for the Golden State Valkyries as they triumphed over the New York Liberty 87-70 with a 3-4 record. She exhibited her prowess by scoring 13 points, grabbing 7 rebounds, and dishing out 1 assist in just 24 minutes of play. Her remarkable performance on the court not only contributed significantly to her team's victory but also secured her the title of champion of the game. Throughout the season, Charles has been maintaining impressive averages of 8.0 points per game and 6.7 rebounds per game across six games.
Other former University of Maryland players, who play in pro basketball:
Chloe Bibby (6'1''-C/F-1998, played in 2020-22) plays for Girona in Spanish LF Endesa
Abby Meyers (6'0''-G-1999, played in 2023-23) plays for Avenida in Spanish LF Endesa
Stephanie Jones (6'2''-F-1998, played in 2016-20) plays for Zabiny Brno in Czech Republic ZBL
Eleanna Christinaki (6'1''-G/F-1996, played in 2017-18) plays for Olympiacos in Greek A1
Brianna Fraser (6'3''-F-1997, played in 2015-19) plays for Besiktas in Turkish KBSL
Elisa Pinzan (5'8''-G-1999, played in 2022-23) plays for Targoviste in Romanian Liga Nationala
Jakia Brown-Turner (6'0''-G-2001, played in 2023-24) played for E.Holon in Israeli D1 few monts ago
Sara Vujacic (5'11''-G-1996, played in 2018-20) plays for Wisla in Polish OBLK
Shatori Walker-Kimbrough (5'9''-PG-1996, played in 2013-17) plays for Indiana Fever in the WNBA
Brionna Jones (6'3''-F-1995, played in 2013-17) plays for Atlanta Dream in the WNBA
Christina Dalce (6'2''-F-2003, played in 2024-25) plays for BEAC in Hungarian A Division
Sarah Te-Biasu (5'5''-G-2001, played in 2024-25) plays for Norrkoping in Swedish Damligan
Lynetta Kizer (6'4''-C-1990, played in 2008-12) played for Correcaminos in Mexican LNBPF last year
Notice: The list above includes only some of alumni playing currently in pro basketball. Check complete list of University of Maryland basketball alumni.
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