Courtesy of Eurobasket LLC We bring you last week's top former Crimson Tide players who are currently playing in pro basketball.
Especially interesting is good performance of Levi Randolph (12 points), Donta Hall (4 points), and Retin Obasohan (13 points).
#1. Experienced champion Levi Randolph, a 6'6'' small forward who is 33 years old and graduated from Alabama in 2015, where he received the All-SEC Scholar-Athlete of the Year award, currently plays professionally in Israel. Recently, he led Hapoel Shlomo Tel-Aviv to a convincing 91-76 victory over the seventh-ranked M.Rishon in the Israeli Winner League last Wednesday, contributing 12 points in just 21 minutes of play. Hapoel Shlomo Tel-Aviv, with a record of 20-4, holds the second position in the league standings. With only two games remaining in the Regular Season, each upcoming game will be crucial for the team's playoff aspirations. In the recent game against M. Rishon, Randolph showcased his skills by scoring 12 points, pulling down 3 rebounds, and providing 1 assist, ultimately helping his team secure the win and advance as the champion. Throughout the season, Randolph has maintained solid statistics, averaging 11.0 points, 2.0 rebounds, 1.8 assists, and 1.6 steals per game in the five games he has participated in so far.
#2. Donta Hall, a 6'10'' center and 28-year-old Crimson Tide alumni from 2019, is currently playing professionally in Greece. Recently, he played a pivotal role in Olympiacos S.F.P. Piraeus's triumph over the closely-ranked Real Madrid (24-14) with a score of 92-85 in the Euroleague last Sunday. Despite recording only 4 points and grabbing 6 rebounds in 14 minutes of play, Hall's contribution was instrumental in securing the victory for his team. This game was a highly anticipated matchup between two top 4 ranked teams, with Olympiacos S.F.P. Piraeus (26-12) currently leading the league standings. Hall's performance against Real Madrid showcased his skill and dedication, as he played a crucial part in his team's success, ultimately leading them to be crowned the champion in that intense game. This victory marked Olympiacos S.F.P. Piraeus's fourth consecutive win, further solidifying their strong position in the league. Throughout this season, Hall has maintained an average of 6.8 points per game and 4.6 rebounds per game in the 38 games he has played so far. Additionally, it is worth noting that Hall is a naturalized American, showcasing his versatility and talent on the international basketball stage.
#3. Belgian champion Retin Obasohan, a 6'3'' guard who is 32 years old and graduated from Alabama in 2016, has been showcasing his skills playing professionally in Spain. Most recently, he led BAXI Manresa to a significant 87-80 victory over the 15th-ranked Gran Canaria team in the Spanish Liga Endesa last Saturday. Obasohan's impressive performance included scoring 13 points, shooting a perfect 5 for 5 at the free-throw line, and contributing in various ways in just 20 minutes of play. Currently, BAXI Manresa holds the 11th position in the league standings with a record of 15-18. Obasohan's stellar play has helped his team secure their third consecutive win, showing his importance on the court. With only one more game left in the Regular Season, every match is crucial for the team's playoff hopes. Obasohan's overall performance this season has been commendable, averaging 12.2 points, 2.2 rebounds, 1.9 assists, and 1.2 steals per game in 29 appearances. Notably, in addition to his Belgian roots, he also holds Nigerian citizenship, adding to his international background and experience. His exceptional skills and leadership qualities have undoubtedly been instrumental in BAXI Manresa's success this season.
#4. Jaden Shackelford, a 6'3'' guard who is a 25-year-old Crimson Tide alumnus from the class of 2022, currently plays professionally in Spain. Despite his efforts, Shackelford, representing Longevida San Pablo Burgos, was unable to lead his team to victory against Joventut in the Spanish Liga Endesa. In the game, Shackelford contributed 7 points in just 14 minutes of play, as his team fell to Joventut with a score of 79-86 on the road. Joventut, ranked much higher at #6, proved to be a tough opponent for Longevida San Pablo Burgos. Shackelford's team has only one more game left in the Regular Season, making their upcoming match crucial for their standings. Against Joventut, Shackelford not only scored 7 points but also secured 1 rebound and provided 1 assist. Despite his individual performance, Longevida San Pablo Burgos was unable to secure the win. Throughout this season, Shackelford has been averaging 4.6 points per game over the course of seven games.
#5. Keon Ellis, a 6'4'' guard aged 26, who graduated from Alabama in 2022 and received the SEC All-Defensive Team award that year, currently plays professionally in the NBA. In a recent game, Ellis, representing the Cleveland Cavaliers (52-30), faced off against the New York Knicks (54-29) but was unable to secure a victory for his team. Despite his best efforts, Ellis could not consider Tuesday's game as one of his standout performances, as he only managed to score 2 points in 6 minutes on the court. The Cleveland Cavaliers ultimately fell short, losing 104-115 to the New York Knicks in New York City. Throughout the season, Ellis has been averaging 6.4 points, 2.3 rebounds, 1.2 assists, and 1.1 steals per game in the 40 games he has played so far. While his performance against the NY Knicks may not have been his best, Ellis continues to contribute to his team's efforts on the court as they strive for success in the NBA.
#6. Charles Bediako, a 7'0'' center and 24-year-old Crimson Tide alumni from 2023, made a significant impact during his time at the university, helping them to win the SEC Regular Season Champion title that year. Currently playing professionally in Canada, Bediako recently led the Scarborough Shooting Stars to a thrilling victory against the Mamba with a close score of 107-103 in the Canadian Elite Basketball League. In this game, he showcased his skills by scoring 11 points and securing 8 rebounds in just 24 minutes of play. Moreover, Bediako continued his impressive performance by contributing 11 points and 8 rebounds in another game against Saskatchewan, ultimately assisting his team in clinching the championship. Throughout this season, Bediako has maintained solid averages of 10.0 points per game, 5.7 rebounds per game, and 1.3 blocks per game across three games. Noteworthy is the fact that Bediako holds both American and Canadian citizenship, allowing him to play in Canada as a domestic player, further enhancing his value to his team.
Other former The University of Alabama players, who play in pro basketball:
Clifford Omoruyi (6'11''-C-2001, played in 2024-25) plays for PAOK in Greek GBL
Tony Mitchell (6'6''-F/G-1989, played in 2009-12) plays for Beirut Club in Lebanese DLBL
Grant Nelson (6'11''-F-2002, played in 2023-25) plays for Brooklyn Nets in the NBA
JD Davison (6'2''-G-2002, played in 2021-22) plays for Houston Rockets in the NBA
Herbert Jones (6'7''-F/G-1998, played in 2017-21) plays for New Orleans Pelicans in the NBA
Mark Sears (6'1''-G-2002, played in 2022-25) plays for Milwaukee Bucks in the NBA
Chris Youngblood (6'4''-G-2002, played in 2024-25) plays for Portland Trail Blazers in the NBA
Brandon Miller (6'7''-F-2002) plays for Charlotte Hornets in the NBA
Collin Sexton (6'3''-G-1999, played in 2017-18) plays for Chicago Bulls in the NBA
Noah Clowney (6'10''-F-2004) plays for Brooklyn Nets in the NBA
Aaron Estrada (6'3''-G-2001, played in 2023-24) plays for Karditsas in Greek GBL
Joshua Primo (6'6''-G-2002, played in 2020-21) played for Windy City Bulls in the NBA G League few monts ago
Jimmie Taylor (6'10''-C-1995, played in 2013-17) plays for APOEL in Cypriot ECOMMBX BL
Noah Gurley (6'8''-F-1999, played in 2021-23) plays for Iwate Big Bulls in Japanese B2 League
Galin Smith (6'9''-F/C-1998, played in 2017-20) plays for Neftci in Azerbaijani ABL
Jordan Bruner (6'10''-F-1997, played in 2020-21) plays for Tokyo Hachioji Trains in Japanese B3 League
Kira Lewis Jr. (6'2''-G-2001, played in 2018-20) plays for Wisconsin Herd in the NBA G League
Bola Olaniyan (6'7''-C-1993, played in 2016-17) played for Lloret in Spanish 1Div last year
Alex Reese (6'9''-F-1999, played in 2017-21) plays for Rip City Remix in the NBA G League
Notice: The list above includes only some of alumni playing currently in pro basketball. Check complete list of The University of Alabama basketball alumni.
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