Courtesy of Eurobasket LLC We bring you last week's top former Bruins players who are currently playing in pro basketball.
Notice impressive performance of Jalen Weaver (24 points), Gary Payton II (6 points), and De'Sean Parsons (22 points).
#1. Jalen Weaver, a 6'4'' guard who graduated from Fresno St. in 2025, previously played at Salt Lake CC between 2022 and 2023, where he helped them become the NJCAA D1 West District Champion in 2023. Currently, he is playing professionally in Bosnia for Zrinjski HT. In a recent game against the higher-ranked Slavija, despite Weaver's stellar performance as the top scorer with 24 points and 8 rebounds in 40 minutes, Zrinjski HT lost 91-95 on the road. This marked their fourth consecutive loss, concluding the Regular Season. Weaver, in his first season of professional basketball, showcased an impressive display of skills against Slavija, contributing significantly with his scoring, rebounding, and assists. Despite the team's loss, Weaver's individual performance has been outstanding throughout the season, averaging 15.6 points, 5.1 rebounds, 1.5 assists, and 1.5 steals per game in the 23 games he has played so far.
#2. Experienced champion Gary Payton II, a 6'3'' guard aged 33, is an alum of Beavers from 2016. He also played at Salt Lake CC between 2012 and 2014, earning the prestigious All-SWAC Co-Player of the Year award during that time. Currently playing professionally in the NBA, Payton II recently played a crucial role in the Golden State Warriors' victory over the Los Angeles Clippers, with a final score of 126-121 last Wednesday. In that game, Payton II showcased his skills by contributing 6 points, 3 rebounds, and 1 assist in just 24 minutes of play. Despite the Golden State Warriors having a somewhat unimpressive 36-46 record this season, Payton II has been a standout performer. With his consistent performance, he has solidified his position as a finalist. This season, Payton II has maintained good statistics, averaging 7.4 points, 3.6 rebounds, and 1.7 assists per game across 75 games. His exceptional performance against the LA Clippers further solidified his reputation as a champion in the NBA.
#3. De'Sean Parsons, a 31-year-old forward standing at 6'7'' who graduated from Portland State in 2017, has an impressive basketball career. Despite playing at Salt Lake Community College between 2014 and 2015, where he received the NJCAA D1 All-Region XVIII Co-Player of the Year award, he now plays professionally in Australia. In a recent game for the West Adelaide Bearcats, Parsons could not prevent his team from suffering a defeat against the Central District Lions. Despite the loss, Parsons showcased his skills by scoring 22 points, grabbing 6 rebounds, and providing 3 assists in 33 minutes of play. The West Adelaide Bearcats are currently struggling, having faced their fourth consecutive loss. However, it is still early in the season, and there is potential for the team to turn things around. Parsons' individual performance demonstrates his capabilities as a champion, even in the face of defeat. He has been a standout player this season, averaging an impressive 20.0 points, 8.0 rebounds, and 5.5 assists per game over two matches. His consistent high-level performance highlights his determination and skill on the court, making him a key player for his team.
#4. Australian champion Tad Dufelmeier, a 6'0'' point guard aged 30 and an Eagles alumnus from 2018, recently played for Knox Raiders. Despite his impressive performance, the first-placed Knox Raiders suffered a defeat in their last game against the lower-ranked (#6) Braves in the South group, losing 75-86 in Bendigo. In the game, Dufelmeier showcased his skills by recording 14 points, 5 rebounds, 6 assists, and 4 steals in 31 minutes of play. Even though he put on a commendable performance against the Bendigo Braves, contributing 14 points, 5 rebounds, and 6 assists, his team was unable to secure the victory. Throughout the season, Dufelmeier has maintained solid statistics, averaging 12.4 points, 5.0 rebounds, 6.4 assists, and 2.6 steals per game in five appearances. Despite his individual success, he will continue to strive for success with his team as they aim to secure more wins in the upcoming games.
#5. Swedish basketball player Felix Pangilinan-Lemetti, standing at 6'1'' and 27 years old, graduated from SUU in 2019. He briefly played for Salt Lake CC between 2020 and 2020 before embarking on his professional career in the Philippines. Pangilinan-Lemetti received the Eurobasket.com All-Swedish Superettan Honorable Mention award during his time in Sweden. Recently, he contributed to a significant victory for the Rain or Shine Elasto Painters in the Philippine Basketball Association, triumphing over the ninth-ranked Dyip with a score of 124-117. Despite only scoring 4 points in 7 minutes on the court, his impact was felt. The Rain or Shine Elasto Painters currently hold the top spot in the league, having won all seven of their Regular Season games. In the game against Terrafirma Dyip, Pangilinan-Lemetti managed to score 4 points, grab 2 rebounds, and provide 1 assist, playing a pivotal role in securing the win for his team. His performance showcased the qualities of a true champion, displaying skill and determination on the court. Throughout the season, Pangilinan-Lemetti has maintained solid statistics, averaging 11.3 points, 2.6 rebounds, and 3.0 assists per game over seven matches. His contributions have been instrumental in the team's success, highlighting his value as a key player for the Rain or Shine Elasto Painters.
#6. South Sudanese Kur Kuath, a 6'10'' forward/center aged 27, is a Golden Eagles alum from 2022. Prior to that, he played for Salt Lake CC between 2017 and 2018, where he helped them clinch the NJCAA D1 District I Champion title that year. Currently, Kuath is playing professionally in Spain. In a recent game against Baskonia, Kuath's team, Draemland Gran Canaria, narrowly lost with a score of 88-86. Despite his efforts, Kuath only managed to score 3 points and grab 4 rebounds in 12 minutes of play, which he does not consider one of his best performances. Throughout the season, Kuath has been averaging 6.2 points, 3.1 rebounds, and 1.7 blocks per game, ranking him as the third-best shot-blocker in the league. His consistent contributions on the court have been notable, showcasing his skills and value to the team. It's worth mentioning that Kuath is a naturalized South Sudanese player, adding diversity and talent to the professional basketball scene in Spain.
#7. Puerto Rican Alejandro Vasquez, a 6'4'' guard/forward aged 25, graduated from UAB in 2025 after playing for Salt Lake CC between 2022 and 2023, where he contributed to their NJCAA D1 West District Champion title in 2023. Currently playing professionally in Puerto Rico, Vasquez recently played a crucial role for Leones de Ponce in their victory against the fourth-ranked Cangrejeros, with a final score of 111-106 in the Puerto Rican Baloncesto Superior Nacional. Despite only scoring 3 points and making 3 steals in 14 minutes of play, Vasquez's impact was felt on the court. In another game against Santurce, Vasquez scored 3 points, ultimately helping his team secure the win and further solidifying his reputation as a champion player. Throughout this season, Vasquez has maintained an average of 7.6 points per game and 1.5 rebounds per game over 10 games. His consistent performance and contributions have been instrumental in his team's success, showcasing his skills and determination as a finalist.
#8. Quincy McGriff, a 6'6'' guard and Bulldogs alumnus from 2025, honed his skills playing at Salt Lake CC between 2020 and 2022, where he helped his team clinch the SWAC Regular Season Champion title during his tenure. Currently, McGriff is showcasing his talent as a professional player in Guatemala. In a recent game, he played a pivotal role in leading the New Legends to a thrilling 116-109 victory over the closely-ranked Forza in the Guatemalan Liga Metropolitana (second division) last Monday. During the game, McGriff demonstrated his prowess by scoring 20 points, snatching 7 rebounds, and providing 1 assist in 31 minutes of gameplay. His exceptional performance against Forza not only highlighted his skills but also played a crucial role in securing the win for his team. McGriff's impressive stats and on-court contributions this season further solidify his reputation as a champion player. Individually, McGriff has been having an outstanding year, boasting high statistics with an average of 20.5 points per game and 9.0 rebounds per game over the course of two games. His consistent performance and remarkable achievements on the court exemplify why he is a finalist in his own right.
Other former Salt Lake Community College players, who play in pro basketball:
Maks Klanjscek (6'5''-G-1999, played in 2020-21) plays for Neptunas in Lithuanian LKL
Josh Colon-Navarro (5'10''-PG, played in 2017-19) played for Capitanes de Arecibo in Puerto Rican BSN few monts ago
Sam Hofman (6'5''-F-2000, played in 2020-21) plays for House of Talents Kortrijk Spurs in Belgian Pro Basketball League
Milorad Brajovic (6'7''-F-2005, played in 2024-25) plays for Podgorica in Montenegrin Erste Liga
Dimitar Pandev (6'10''-F-1997, played in 2018-19) played for Pelister in North Macedonian Super League last year
Spencer Johnson (6'5''-G, played in 2019-20) plays for Jelson Homes DMU Leicester Riders in British SLB
Chase Adams (5'8''-PG-1999, played in 2021-22) played for Thunder in Kenyan Premier League last year
Alan Zekovic (6'6''-G/F-1998, played in 2018-19) plays for Sloga Uppsala in Swedish Basketligan
Isaiah White (6'7''-G-1997, played in 2016-18) played for Arantia in Luxembourg LBBL last year
Adam Hess (6'5''-G, played in 2019-20) played for Boston College in Chilean LNB last year
Matthew Gray (6'8''-F-1999, played in 2019-20) plays for Komotini GAS in Greek National League 1
Aaron Burt (6'6''-F-1999, played in 2018-19) played for Sarawak Cola Warriors in Malaysian MBL last year
Jade Tse (6'1''-G-2000, played in 2019-20) plays for Hsinchu Lioneers in Taiwanese TPBL
Agustin Ambrosino (6'8''-F-1990, played in 2011-12) plays for Bastia in Italian Serie C
Tyrell Corbin (6'1''-PG-1992, played in 2012-13) plays for Maktown in Nigerian PBL
Ke'Sean Davis (6'7''-F-1998, played in 2016-17) played for Long Beach Blue Waves in the TBL last year
Notice: The list above includes only some of alumni playing currently in pro basketball. Check complete list of Salt Lake Community College basketball alumni.
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