Courtesy of Eurobasket LLC Every week we bring you a list of the top former Flyers players who continue their career in pro basketball.
#1. Ibrahim Watson-Boye, a 6'5'' guard/forward aged 28, who graduated from Dayton in 2021 and received the All-Atlantic 10 Third Team award that year, currently plays professionally in Germany. In a recent game, despite his remarkable performance, Watson-Boye was unable to help the Bamberg Baskets (24-10) secure a victory. The team suffered a significant 105-86 defeat on the road against the second-ranked ALBA Berlin. During the game, Watson-Boye stood out as the top scorer, contributing 16 points in just 22 minutes of play. His impressive performance against ALBA included scoring 16 points, along with 1 rebound and 1 assist. Despite his individual efforts, Bamberg was unable to clinch the win. Throughout the season, Watson-Boye has consistently delivered strong performances, boasting impressive statistics. He has been averaging 16.1 points, 4.0 rebounds, and 2.5 assists per game across the 37 games he has played so far.
#2. Darrell Davis, a 30-year-old shooting guard standing at 6'5'' and an alumnus of Flyers from 2018, currently plays professionally in Bulgaria. In the recent game, despite his commendable efforts, Davis could not assist Cherno More (22-8) to a victory as they lost 94-100 at home to the top-ranked team, Rilski. Davis showcased his skills by contributing 13 points, 4 rebounds, and 7 assists in 34 minutes of play. Although he displayed an impressive performance, Cherno More was unable to secure the win. Throughout this season, Davis has been averaging 8.6 points, 3.4 rebounds, and 3.6 assists per game in the 17 games he has played so far. His consistent contributions on the court demonstrate his value to the team, despite the recent setback against Rilski.
#3. Enoch Cheeks, a 25-year-old guard standing at 6'3'' who graduated from Dayton in 2025 and received the All-Atlantic 10 Third Team award that year, currently plays professionally in Belgium. In a recent game, Cheeks played a crucial role in Windrose Giants Antwerp's victory over the eighth-ranked Limburg United with a score of 84-73 in the Belgian Pro Basketball League. During the game, Cheeks showcased his skills by scoring 6 points, grabbing 10 rebounds, dishing out 4 assists, and making 3 steals in 37 minutes of play. Windrose Giants Antwerp, the team Cheeks plays for, is currently positioned as the second-best team in the league. His exceptional performance against Limburg United not only helped secure the victory but also demonstrated his value as a champion on the court. Cheeks' contributions of 6 points, 10 rebounds, and 4 assists were instrumental in leading his team to success. Throughout this season, Cheeks has been maintaining an impressive average of 7.8 points per game, ranking fourth in rebounds with 6.0 per game, and leading the league in steals with an average of 2.3 per game. These statistics further solidify his reputation as a top player in the league. Additionally, it's worth noting that Cheeks is a naturalized American, bringing a diverse background and skill set to his team in Belgium.
#4. Jalen Crutcher, a 26-year-old 6'2'' guard and Flyers alumnus from 2021, currently plays professionally in Puerto Rico. In a recent game, despite his notable performance, he was unable to lead Leones de Ponce, who are currently in fifth place with an 8-15 record, to victory. The team was narrowly defeated 87-86 by the lower-ranked Piratas (#6) in the Group A matchup against Quebradillas. Crutcher showcased his skills by scoring 22 points and providing 4 assists in 34 minutes of play, making him the second-highest scorer in the game. However, this was Leones de Ponce's third consecutive loss. Throughout the season, Crutcher has been delivering consistent performances with impressive statistics. He maintains an average of 15.8 points, 3.1 rebounds, and 5.9 assists per game over the course of 17 games played. Despite the team's recent struggles, Crutcher's individual contributions have been noteworthy, establishing him as a standout player in the league.
#5. Experienced champion Jordan Sibert, a 6'4'' guard who is 33 years old and graduated from Dayton in 2015, currently plays professionally in Portugal. In a recent game, Sibert could not lead Oliveirense (12-10) to a victory as they faced off against the top-ranked team, Benfica, and suffered a 78-86 defeat on their home court in Oliveira. Despite his commendable effort, scoring 15 points and contributing 3 assists in 24 minutes of play, Sibert's team was unable to secure the win against Benfica. Throughout the season, Sibert has maintained solid statistics, averaging 13.7 points, 2.7 rebounds, 2.1 assists, and 1.5 steals per game across 28 appearances.
#6. Zed Key, a 24-year-old forward standing at 6'8'' and an alumnus of the Flyers from 2025, showcased his skills in the Czech Republic Maxa NBL. In a recent game on Wednesday night, Key played a pivotal role in Pardubice's impressive 98-87 victory over the third-ranked Brno team. Despite only playing for 13 minutes, Key managed to contribute significantly by scoring 8 crucial points and grabbing 3 rebounds against Brno. His performance was instrumental in helping Pardubice secure the win and ultimately be crowned as the champion of the game. Throughout the season, Key has maintained impressive statistics, averaging 13.2 points per game, 6.7 rebounds per game, and leading the league with 1.7 blocks per game in 44 appearances. His consistent performance on the court has undoubtedly been a key factor in his team's success, making him a standout finalist in the league.
Other former University of Dayton players, who play in pro basketball:
Kostas Antetokounmpo (6'10''-C-1998, played in 2016-16) plays for Aris in Greek GBL
Chris Johnson (6'6''-SF-1990, played in 2008-12) plays for ES Chalon-Sur-Saone in French Betclic ELITE ProA
Matej Svoboda (6'7''-F-1996, played in 2017-18) plays for Nymburk in Czech Republic NBL
Koby Brea (6'7''-G-2002, played in 2020-24) plays for Phoenix Suns in the NBA
Obi Toppin (6'9''-F-1998, played in 2017-17) plays for Indiana Pacers in the NBA
DaRon Holmes II (6'10''-C/F-2002, played in 2021-24) plays for Denver Nuggets in the NBA
Toumani Camara (6'8''-F-2000, played in 2021-23) plays for Portland Trail Blazers in the NBA
Nathaniel Santos (6'7''-F-2001, played in 2023-25) plays for Minnesota Timberwolves in the NBA
Dyshawn Pierre (6'6''-F-1993, played in 2011-16) plays for UNICS in Russian VTB United League
Scoochie Smith (6'3''-G-1994, played in 2013-17) plays for Glint Manisa Basket in Turkish BSL
Ryan Mikesell (6'7''-F-1996, played in 2015-17) plays for MLP Academics Heidelberg in German BBL
Malachi Smith (6'1''-G, played in 2021-25) plays for Capitanes de Arecibo in Puerto Rican BSN
Alexandre Gavrilovic (6'10''-F/C-1991, played in 2011-14) plays for Onvo Buyukcekmece Basketbol in Turkish BSL
Vincent Sanford (6'4''-G-1990, played in 2009-11) plays for FOS Provence Basket in French NM1
Kobe Elvis (6'1''-G-2001, played in 2021-24) plays for Olomoucko in Czech Republic NBL
Posh Alexander (6'0''-PG-2001, played in 2024-25) plays for Decin in Czech Republic NBL
Devin Oliver (6'8''-PF-1992, played in 2010-14) plays for Saitama Broncos in Japanese B3 League
Adonte Parker (6'1''-PG-1989, played in 2009-12) plays for Soles de Ojinaga in Mexican LBE
John Crosby (6'3''-G-1996, played in 2015-19) played for Al Hilla in Iraqi Superleague few monts ago
Robert Lowery (6'2''-PG-1987, played in 2008-10) played for Al-Najma in Bahrain Premier League last year
Devon Scott (6'9''-F/C-1994, played in 2012-15) plays for U.Corinthians in Brazilian NBB
Jalen Robinson (6'9''-PF-1993, played in 2012-15) plays for Columbus Wizards in the TBL
Kevin Dillard (6'0''-PG-1989, played in 2010-10) played for Team New York in the Eurobasket S.League last year
Jordy Tshimanga (6'11''-C-1996, played in 2018-18) plays for Xac Broncos Ulaanbaatar in Mongolian MBL
Josh Cunningham (6'8''-F-1996, played in 2015-19) plays for Tangerang in Indonesian IBL
Notice: The list above includes only some of alumni playing currently in pro basketball. Check complete list of University of Dayton basketball alumni.
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