Courtesy of Eurobasket LLC We bring you last week's top former Billikens players who are currently playing in pro basketball.
#1. Dominican Republic native Luis Santos, a 6'8'' center aged 31, who graduated from St. Louis in 2018 and currently plays professionally in Uruguay, was unable to lead Aguada (21-11) to victory in their recent game. Despite his stellar performance, the third-placed Aguada suffered a significant 99-82 defeat at the hands of the leading Penarol in a crucial matchup within the Places 1-6 group. Santos, playing in his debut season with the team, showcased his skills by contributing 15 points, 6 rebounds, and 1 assist in 29 minutes of play against Penarol. Despite his noteworthy efforts, Aguada was unable to secure the win against their strong opponents. Throughout the season, Santos has maintained impressive statistics, averaging 12.6 points, 7.9 rebounds, and 1.7 blocks per game, making him a standout player in the league.
#2. Experienced champion Willie Reed, a 6'11'' center/forward who is 36 years old and an alumnus of the Billikens class of 2011, currently plays professionally in Venezuela. In a recent game, Reed was unable to lead Cocodrilos (19-5) to victory as they suffered an 84-69 defeat on the road against the lower-ranked Guaiqueries (#4). Despite his strong performance, Reed's team fell short in the match. Reed showcased his skills by scoring 13 points and grabbing 9 rebounds in 28 minutes of play against Guaiqueries. His efforts on the court were notable, but unfortunately, Cocodrilos could not clinch the win. Throughout the season, Reed has been averaging 9.6 points per game and 5.0 rebounds per game, demonstrating his consistent contribution to the team's performance.
#3. Michael Meadows Jr., a 6'2'' guard who graduated from St. Louis in 2024 and currently plays professionally in Australia, showcased his skills last Saturday despite Dandenong Rangers' defeat. The fifth-placed Dandenong Rangers (9-6) were unable to secure a win against the higher-ranked Spectres (#4) in the South group, losing 111-106 in East Burwood. In the game, Meadows Jr. was the second-highest scorer for his team, contributing 21 points along with 3 assists during his 39 minutes on the court. Despite his impressive performance, including scoring, rebounding, and playmaking, Dandenong Rangers fell short against the Spectres. Throughout the season, Meadows Jr. has maintained solid averages of 8.3 points, 3.6 rebounds, and 2.9 assists per game, demonstrating his consistent contribution to the team's efforts on the court. His talent and dedication as a player continue to make him a valuable asset for Dandenong Rangers as they strive to compete against tough opponents in the league.
#4. Javon Bess, a 6'6'' power forward and 30-year-old alumnus of the Billikens from 2019, currently plays professionally in Bosnia. Known for his All-Atlantic 10 Defensive Player of the Year award in 2019, Bess recently made a significant impact in a game where his team, BC Igokea Mtel Aleksandrovac, emerged victorious against KK Bosna Meridianbet Sarajevo with a scoreline of 100-97 in the Bosnia and Herzegovina Division I. In this crucial match between two top 3 ranked teams in their group, Bess showcased his talent by scoring 6 points and grabbing 1 rebound in just 24 minutes of play. His notable contribution was instrumental in securing a win for BC Igokea Mtel Aleksandrovac, ultimately leading them to victory as the champion of the game. Throughout the season, Bess has maintained solid statistics with an average of 11.5 points per game, 1.8 rebounds per game, and 1.3 steals per game. His consistent performance on the court has undoubtedly played a pivotal role in his team's success, highlighting him as a true champion and standout player in the league.
#5. Australian Cody Ellis, a 6'8'' forward aged 36 who graduated from St. Louis in 2013 and was honored with the All-Atlantic 10 Sixth Man of the Year award, currently plays professionally in Australia. Recently, Ellis played a crucial role in the Warwick Senators' triumph over the 12th-ranked Magic with a score of 104-96 in the Australian NBL One, which is the second division league. In this game, Ellis showcased his skills by scoring 8 points, grabbing 4 rebounds, and providing 3 assists in just 22 minutes of play. The Warwick Senators, positioned tenth in the West group, benefited greatly from Ellis' standout performance against the Mandurah M. His notable contributions of 8 points, 4 rebounds, and 3 assists were vital in securing the victory for his team, further solidifying his reputation as a champion. Throughout this season, Ellis has maintained an average of 7.5 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 1.3 assists per game, demonstrating his consistent impact on the court as a finalist.
#6. New Zealand's Robert Loe, a 6'11'' forward/center who is 34 years old and an alumnus of Billikens from 2014, played a crucial role in helping them secure the Atlantic 10 Regular Season Champion title that year. Currently playing professionally in New Zealand, he recently led Auckland Tuatara to a thrilling 100-97 victory over the closely-ranked Rams in the New Zealand National Basketball League. In this game, Loe showcased his skills by scoring 14 points, grabbing 6 rebounds, and providing 5 assists in just 26 minutes of play. His impressive performance against the Rams not only contributed significantly to the team's win but also highlighted his prowess as a finalist. Throughout the season, Loe has maintained solid statistics, averaging 13.5 points, 8.6 rebounds, 5.0 assists, and 1.2 steals per game.
Other former Saint Louis University players, who play in pro basketball:
Jake Forrester (6'9''-F-1999, played in 2022-23) plays for Aris in Greek GBL
Jordan Goodwin (6'3''-G-1998, played in 2017-21) plays for Phoenix Suns in the NBA
Marten Linssen (6'8''-F-1998, played in 2020-22) plays for VET-CONCEPT Gladiators Trier in German BBL
Francis Okoro (6'9''-C/F-1999, played in 2023-24) plays for Karditsas in Greek GBL
Isaiah Swope (5'10''-PG-2003, played in 2024-25) plays for Fraport Skyliners Frankfurt in German BBL
Dwayne Evans (6'7''-F-1992, played in 2010-14) plays for Hiroshima Dragonflies in Japanese B1 League
Yuri Collins (6'0''-PG-2001, played in 2024-24) plays for Ironi Hai Motors Nes-Ziona in Israeli Winner League
Terrence Hargrove (6'6''-F-2001, played in 2019-24) plays for Grand Rapids Gold in the NBA G League
Ruben Cotto (6'0''-G-1989, played in 2005-09) plays for Indios de Mayaguez in Puerto Rican BSN
Tim Dalger (6'7''-F-2000, played in 2023-24) plays for Aomori Watts in Japanese B2 League
DeAndre Jones (5'11''-PG-1998, played in 2021-22) plays for Portimonense in Portuguese Proliga
D.J. Foreman (6'8''-G/F-1994, played in 2016-16) plays for Caceres in Spanish Segunda FEB
Ingvi Gudmundsson (6'5''-SG-1998, played in 2015-19) plays for Armann in Icelandic Subway League
Reggie Agbeko (6'8''-F/C-1992, played in 2013-17) plays for Benidorm in Spanish Tercera FEB
Markos Psimitis (6'5''-G-1995, played in 2015-18) played for Holargos in Greek National League 1 few monts ago
Adonys Henriquez (6'7''-G-1994, played in 2016-16) plays for Spartans in Venezuelan SPB
Gibson Jimerson (6'5''-G-1999, played in 2019-25) played for DaGuys STL in the The Basketball Tournament last year
Hasahn French (6'7''-F-1998, played in 2017-21) plays for Shandong in Chinese NBL
Notice: The list above includes only some of alumni playing currently in pro basketball. Check complete list of Saint Louis University basketball alumni.
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