Courtesy of Eurobasket LLC We bring you last week's top former Bulls players who are currently playing in pro basketball.
Especially interesting is good performance of Jayvon Graves (16 points), Justin Moss (24 points), and Nick Perkins (17 points).
#1. Jayvon Graves, a 6'3'' guard who graduated from Buffalo in 2021 and received the All-MAC Second Team award that year, is currently playing professionally in Poland. In a recent game, he led Legia Warszawa to a 98-86 victory over the ninth-ranked MKS team in the Polish Orlen Basket Liga. Graves contributed significantly to the win, recording 16 points, 7 rebounds, and 3 assists in 31 minutes of play. Legia Warszawa, now with a record of 22-8, holds the top spot in the league standings, with this game marking their seventh consecutive win. This season marks Graves' debut with the team, and he has been showcasing solid performance statistics, averaging 13.5 points, 4.9 rebounds, 3.3 assists, and 1.2 steals per game in the 32 games he has played so far. His standout performance against MKS DG helped his team secure the victory and secure the title of champion in the matchup.
#2. Experienced champion Justin Moss, a 6'8'' forward/center who is 32 years old and an alum of the Bulls from 2015, currently plays professionally in Mexico. In a recent game, Moss, who earned the All-MAC Player of the Year award in 2015, couldn't lead Halcones de Ciudad Obregon (23-17) to victory. Despite his exceptional performance, Obregon suffered a narrow 90-87 defeat on the road against the lower-ranked (#6) Toros. Moss showcased his skills by scoring 24 points and grabbing 9 rebounds in 32 minutes of play. He put on a stellar display against the Toros, contributing significantly with 24 points, 9 rebounds, and 1 assist. Despite his remarkable efforts, his team ultimately fell short in the game. Throughout the season, Moss has been putting up impressive numbers, averaging 16.8 points and 5.8 rebounds per game across 35 games. The champion has been consistently performing well individually, showcasing his talent and contributing significantly to his team's efforts on the court.
#3. Nick Perkins, a 6'8'' forward/center who graduated from Buffalo in 2019 and received the All-MAC Sixth Man of the Year award, is currently playing professionally in Puerto Rico. In a recent game, he led Atleticos de San German to a commanding 84-68 victory over the fifth-ranked Leones with an impressive performance. Perkins contributed 17 points, 7 rebounds, and 4 assists in 33 minutes of play, showcasing his versatility and skill on the court. Atleticos de San German, currently sitting at the top of Group A with a record of 15-7, owes much of their success to Perkins' stellar contributions. In another standout game against Ponce, Perkins once again shone brightly, scoring 17 points, grabbing 7 rebounds, and dishing out 4 assists to help secure a crucial win for his team. His outstanding performance undoubtedly played a key role in Atleticos de San German emerging as the champion of the game. Individually, Perkins has been having an exceptional season, averaging 16.5 points, 5.4 rebounds, and 2.2 assists per game over the course of 22 games. His impressive stats and leadership on the court have undoubtedly solidified his reputation as a standout player in the league.
#4. Josh Mballa, a 26-year-old forward standing at 6'7'' and an alum of the Rebels class of 2023, previously played for Buffalo from 2019 to 2022 before starting his professional career in France. Recently, he led Elan Bearnais Pau-Lacq-Orthez to a thrilling 2-point victory against Champagne, the tenth-ranked team with a record of 21-17, in the French ELITE 2 league. In the game on Monday night, Mballa showcased his skills by contributing 11 points and 6 rebounds in just 22 minutes of play. His team, Elan Bearnais Pau-Lacq-Orthez, currently holds the second position in the league with a record of 26-12. The victory against Champagne marked their third consecutive win, with Mballa's stellar performance proving crucial in securing the win. His remarkable efforts on the court played a significant role in his team emerging as the champion in that match. Throughout this season, Mballa has been averaging 7.5 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 1.1 steals per game across 24 appearances. It is noteworthy that Mballa holds both American and French citizenship, allowing him to play in France as a domestic player.
#5. Australian champion Lloyd McVeigh, a 6'6'' forward aged 22, who recently graduated from Buffalo in 2025 and now plays professionally in Australia, demonstrated his exceptional skills by leading the South Adelaide Panthers to a resounding 103-79 victory over the league-leading Sturt Sabres (9-1) in a recent Australian NBL One game. McVeigh's stellar performance earned him the well-deserved MVP title of the game. In an impressive display of talent, he achieved a double-double, scoring 31 points, securing 11 rebounds, and providing 4 assists during his 39 minutes on the court. This remarkable feat is even more remarkable considering it's only McVeigh's debut season in professional basketball. The intense match showcased the clash between two top 3 ranked teams in the Central group, with the South Adelaide Panthers (8-2) solidifying their position in third place with this significant win. This victory marked the team's eighth consecutive triumph, highlighting their impressive form and McVeigh's crucial role in their success. McVeigh's exceptional performance against the Sturt Sabres not only secured the win for the South Adelaide Panthers but also earned him the prestigious Triple-Double Badge from eurobasket.com, further establishing his reputation as a champion player. Throughout the season, McVeigh has consistently delivered outstanding performances, averaging an impressive 23.8 points, 8.0 rebounds, 2.7 assists, and 1.6 steals per game over 10 matches. His remarkable contributions on the court have undoubtedly played a significant role in his team's success and his own emergence as a standout finalist in the league.
#6. Titus Robinson, a 6'7'' power forward who is 35 years old and an alum of the Bulls from 2012, currently plays professionally in Australia. In a recent game, he was unable to lead the Mount Gambier Pioneers to victory over the Cavaliers. Despite his strong individual performance of 8 points, 10 rebounds, and 3 assists in 24 minutes of play, his team suffered a 24-point defeat with a final score of 109-85. Notably, Robinson displayed exceptional skills against Casey C., contributing significantly with 8 points, 10 rebounds, and 3 assists. However, even with his standout performance, the team fell short of securing a win. Throughout this season, Robinson has maintained good statistics, averaging 11.0 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 1.8 assists per game over four games.
#7. Dontay Caruthers, a 6'1'' guard who is 30 years old and graduated from Buffalo in 2019, currently plays professionally in Bosnia. Known for receiving the All-MAC Defensive Player of the Year award in 2019, Caruthers showcased his skills on the court for KK Bosna Meridianbet Sarajevo. In a recent game against the third-ranked OKK Sloboda Tuzla, his team emerged victorious with a dominant 88-45 win in the Bosnia and Herzegovina Division I league. Despite scoring only 2 points and making 3 assists in 17 minutes of gameplay, Caruthers made a significant impact during the match. His performance, including scoring two points, securing two rebounds, and providing three assists against Sloboda Tuzla, played a crucial role in his team's success as they were crowned the champion of the game. This season, Caruthers has been averaging 1.0 points, 1.5 rebounds, 2.5 assists, and 1.5 steals per game over the course of two games, showcasing his versatility and defensive prowess on the court.
#8. Corey Raley-Ross, a 6'4'' guard and 34-year-old Bulls alumnus from 2014, is currently playing professionally in Vietnam. In a recent game, despite his impressive performance, Raley-Ross could not prevent his team, Can Tho Catfish (0-2), from suffering a heavy 90-64 defeat at the hands of the second-ranked Heat in Saigon. During the game, Raley-Ross displayed his skills by achieving a double-double with 22 points, 11 rebounds, 6 assists, 2 blocks, and 3 steals in 35 minutes of play. Despite his notable contributions, the Catfish were unable to secure a win against the Heat. However, Raley-Ross's exceptional performance did not go unnoticed, as he was awarded the Triple-Double Badge by eurobasket.com in recognition of his outstanding display on the court. Throughout the season, Raley-Ross has maintained high statistical performances, averaging 18.0 points per game (the second-best in the league), 7.0 rebounds per game, 6.0 assists per game (the second-best in the league), and 3.5 steals per game (leading the league) over the course of two games. His consistent and impressive individual contributions have solidified his position as a standout player in the league.
Other former The University of Buffalo players, who play in pro basketball:
CJ Massinburg (6'3''-SG-1997, played in 2015-19) plays for Brescia in Italian Serie A
Nate Williams (6'5''-F-1999, played in 2018-22) plays for Golden State Warriors in the NBA
Ronaldo Segu (6'0''-PG-1999, played in 2018-22) plays for Iraklis in Greek GBL
Sy Chatman (6'8''-F-1998, played in 2022-24) plays for M.Raanana in Israeli Winner League
Maceo Jack (6'5''-G-1998, played in 2021-22) plays for Newcastle Eagles in British SLB
Mitchell Watt (6'10''-C-1989, played in 2008-12) plays for Ehime Orange Vikings in Japanese B2 League
Jamon Bivens (6'3''-G-1997, played in 2019-22) played for Little Rock Lightning in the TBL few monts ago
David Nickelberry (6'7''-G/F-1998, played in 2019-21) played for Tigers in Rwandan RBL last year
Xavier Ford (6'8''-SF-1993, played in 2011-15) played for Borneo in Indonesian IBL last year
Jeremy Harris (6'7''-G-1996, played in 2017-19) played for Great Falls Electric in the TBL last year
Raheem Johnson (6'10''-C-1993, played in 2012-17) plays for Free UNI in Georgian A League
Montell McRae (6'10''-F-1996, played in 2017-19) played for Great Falls Electric in the TBL last year
Davonta Jordan (6'2''-G-1997, played in 2016-20) played for Angeles de Ciudad de Mexico in Mexican CIBACOPA last year
Javon McCrea (6'7''-F-1992, played in 2010-14) played for Buffalo eXtreme in the ABA last year
Wes Clark (6'0''-PG-1994, played in 2016-18) played for DaGuys STL in the The Basketball Tournament last year
Notice: The list above includes only some of alumni playing currently in pro basketball. Check complete list of The University of Buffalo basketball alumni.
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