Courtesy of Eurobasket LLC Here is the weekly review of the top performing Demon Deacons alumni, who are currently playing in pro basketball.
#1. French player Jaylen Hoard, a 6'9'' power forward who graduated from Wake Forest in 2019, currently plays professionally in Israel. In a recent match, he led Maccabi Playtika Tel-Aviv to a convincing 106-90 victory over the eighth-ranked Hapoel Beer Sheva in the Israeli Winner League. Hoard's standout performance, where he scored 20 points, grabbed 7 rebounds, and contributed 2 assists in just 28 minutes, earned him the title of MVP of the game. His team, Maccabi Playtika Tel-Aviv, boasting an impressive record of 24-2, sits comfortably at the top of the league standings. This win marked their 19th consecutive victory, highlighting their dominance in the league. Hoard's exceptional skills and contribution to the game were instrumental in securing the win for his team, making him the champion of the match. With an average of 10.2 points, 6.5 rebounds, and 1.9 assists per game in the 21 games he has played this season, Hoard has been consistently delivering strong performances on the court. Notably, he holds French citizenship, adding to his international flair as a basketball player.
#2. Greek champion Kostas Mitoglou, a 6'11'' forward/center aged 29 and a former Demon Deacons alumnus from 2018, showcased his skills in Panathinaikos' recent triumph over the closely-ranked PAOK (17-7) with a score of 114-102 in the Greek Stoiximan Basketball League last Thursday. In just 15 minutes of play, he contributed 8 points and secured 4 rebounds. This game was a highly anticipated matchup between two top 4 ranked teams, with Panathinaikos Aktor Athens (19-5) currently holding the second position in the league standings. Mitoglou's stellar performance, where he scored 8 points and grabbed 4 rebounds against PAOK, was instrumental in his team's victory, ultimately leading them to claim the champion title in that match. With an average of 10.3 points per game and 5.1 rebounds per game in the 24 games he has participated in this season, Mitoglou has been displaying consistent and commendable performances on the court.
#3. Experienced champion Cornelius Hudson, standing at 6'7'' and playing as a shooting guard at 32 years old, graduated from Wake Forest in 2016 and currently plays professionally in Portugal. In a thrilling match last Sunday, he led FC Porto to a hard-fought victory over the closely-ranked Sporting (17-5) with a final score of 94-86 in the Portuguese Liga Betclic Masculina. Hudson's exceptional performance earned him the title of MVP of the game, as he achieved a double-double by scoring 24 points, securing 13 rebounds, and providing 3 assists in just 29 minutes of play. The game between FC Porto and Sporting was highly anticipated as it featured two top 4 ranked teams battling it out on the court. FC Porto, currently holding the third position in the league with a record of 15-7, showcased their strength and determination under Hudson's leadership. This season marks Hudson's debut with the team, and his impact has been nothing short of remarkable. Hudson's stellar performance against Sporting not only led his team to victory but also earned him the prestigious Triple-Double Badge from eurobasket.com, highlighting his exceptional skills and contributions on the court. With an impressive average of 16.5 points, 6.7 rebounds, 2.0 assists, and 1.6 steals per game in the 20 games he has played so far, Hudson has undoubtedly been a standout player this season, proving himself as a true champion and a finalist in every game he plays.
#4. British champion Cameron Hildreth, a 6'4'' guard aged 23 and an alumnus of Demon Deacons from 2025, who received the All-ACC Honorable Mention award that year, is currently playing professionally in Spain. In a recent match, he played a crucial role in Basquet Girona's unexpected triumph over the sixth-ranked Joventut with a score of 82-77 in the Spanish Liga Endesa. Despite only playing for 14 minutes, he managed to contribute 10 points to his team's victory. Basquet Girona, currently positioned 12th in the league with a record of 14-20, had been struggling with four consecutive losses before this game. This win marked their first victory after a series of defeats. The Regular Season has already concluded, and Hildreth's performance in this game was instrumental in helping his team clinch the championship. Throughout this season, Hildreth has been averaging 7.7 points per game and 1.7 rebounds per game over the course of 10 games, showcasing his skills and dedication on the court as a finalist.
#5. Ian DuBose, a 6'4'' guard who graduated from Wake Forest in 2021 and received the ACC All-Academic Team award that year, is currently playing professionally in Denmark. In a recent game, he played a significant role in the Bakken Bears' victory against the second-ranked Naestved with a score of 87-81 in the Danish BasketLigaen. DuBose showcased his skills by contributing 6 points, 7 rebounds, and 2 assists in just 22 minutes of play. This game was a highly anticipated matchup between two top 3 ranked teams in group Places 1-6, with Bakken Bears Aarhus leading the standings with a record of 26-6. Despite it being his first season with the team, DuBose's impact was undeniable as he displayed the qualities of a true champion on the court. Throughout the season, DuBose has maintained solid statistics, averaging 10.5 points, 3.8 rebounds, 3.8 assists, and 1.4 steals per game over 35 games. His consistent performance and valuable contributions have undoubtedly played a crucial role in his team's success, establishing him as a standout player in the league.
Other former Wake Forest University players, who play in pro basketball:
Codi Miller-McIntyre (6'3''-PG-1994, played in 2012-16) plays for Crvena zvezda in Serbian KLS
C.J. Harris (6'3''-SG-1991, played in 2009-13) plays for Peristeri in Greek GBL
Isaiah Mucius (6'8''-F-1999, played in 2018-22) plays for Anwil Wloclawek in Polish OBL
Olivier Sarr (6'11''-C-1999, played in 2017-20) plays for Cleveland Cavaliers in the NBA
Chris Paul (6'0''-PG-1985, played in 2003-05) plays for Toronto Raptors in the NBA
Jake LaRavia (6'9''-G/F-2001, played in 2021-22) plays for Los Angeles Lakers in the NBA
John Collins (6'9''-PF-1997, played in 2015-17) plays for Los Angeles Clippers in the NBA
Bo Klintman (6'9''-F/C-2003, played in 2022-24) plays for Detroit Pistons in the NBA
James Johnson (6'7''-F-1987, played in 2007-09) played for Indiana Pacers in the NBA few monts ago
Brandon Childress (6'0''-G-1997, played in 2016-20) plays for Bursaspor Basketbol in Turkish BSL
Efton Reid III (7'0''-C-2002, played in 2023-25) plays for Tasomix Rosiek Stal Ostrow Wielkopolski in Polish OBL
Alondes Williams (6'5''-G-1999, played in 2021-22) plays for Shougang Beijing Ducks in Chinese CBA
Chaundee Brown Jr. (6'5''-G-1998, played in 2017-20) plays for London Lions in British SLB
Tyree Appleby (6'1''-PG-1998, played in 2023-23) plays for Mykonos in Greek GBL
Bryant Crawford (6'3''-PG-1997, played in 2015-18) plays for Basketball Loewen Braunschweig in German BBL
Terrence Thompson (6'8''-PF -1994, played in 2017-18) plays for Venados de Mazatlan in Mexican CIBACOPA
Khadim Sy (6'10''-F-1997, played in 2021-22) plays for Sichuan Blue Whales in Chinese CBA
Jonah Antonio (6'5''-SG-1997, played in 2020-21) plays for East Perth Eagles in Australian NBL One
Daivien Williamson (6'1''-G-2000, played in 2023-24) plays for SBB Baskets Wolmirstedt in German ProA
Damari Monsanto (6'6''-G-2000, played in 2021-24) plays for Capital City Go-Go in the NBA G League
Hunter Sallis (6'5''-G-2003, played in 2023-25) plays for San Diego Clippers in the NBA G League
Jeff Teague (6'2''-PG-1988, played in 2007-09) played for LA Riot in the Big3 last year
Notice: The list above includes only some of alumni playing currently in pro basketball. Check complete list of Wake Forest University basketball alumni.
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