Courtesy of Eurobasket LLC Every week we bring you a list of the top former Quakers players who continue their career in pro basketball.
#1. Antonio Woods, a 6'1'' guard who is 30 years old and a graduate of Pennsylvania (2019), currently plays professionally in Portugal. In a recent game, he led Ovarense to a decisive victory over the closely-ranked Oliveirense with a score of 93-79 in the Portuguese Liga Betclic Masculina. Woods displayed an impressive performance, achieving a double-double by scoring 12 points and providing 10 assists in just 31 minutes of play. This outstanding display of skill and determination not only secured the win for Ovarense but also solidified Woods' reputation as a true champion on the court. Currently, Ovarense Gavex holds the fourth position in the league with a record of 14-8. Woods' remarkable contributions, such as his 12 points, 2 rebounds, and 10 assists in the game against Oliveirense, highlight his significant impact on the team's success. With an average of 8.3 points, 2.8 rebounds, and 3.9 assists per game in the 22 games he has played this season, Woods continues to demonstrate his skill and leadership, proving himself to be a standout finalist in the league.
#2. Nick Spinoso, a 6'9'' forward/center and 23-year-old Quakers alumni from 2025, showcased his skills in a recent match for Bozic Estriche Knights Kirchheim in the German BARMER 2. Basketball Bundesliga ProA. The team emerged victorious with a score of 81-67 against the closely-ranked BG Goettingen, with Spinoso contributing 6 points in just 9 minutes of play. Bozic Estriche Knights Kirchheim, currently placed sixth in the league with a record of 20-14, benefited greatly from Spinoso's performance. Despite it being his first season with the team, Spinoso's impact was evident as he not only scored points but also grabbed a crucial rebound during the game against Goettingen. Spinoso's consistent performance throughout the season is noteworthy, averaging 7.1 points, 4.6 rebounds, and 1.4 assists per game in the 35 games he has played so far. His valuable contributions on the court have been instrumental in the team's success and progression to the next round.
#3. Jordan Dingle, a 6'3'' guard who is 25 years old and graduated from St. John's in 2024, previously played in Pennsylvania from 2019 to 2023 before moving on to play professionally in Kosovo. Despite his individual effort, he was unable to assist Bora (14-14) in their recent game, where they suffered a heavy defeat of 100-76 against the second-ranked Bashkimi while on the road. In that game, Dingle managed to score 13 points in 23 minutes of play. This loss marked Bora's third consecutive defeat. Dingle showcased a commendable performance against Bashkimi, contributing 13 points and 1 assist. Despite his solid performance, his team was unable to secure a victory. Throughout the season, Dingle has maintained relatively good statistics, averaging 13.6 points, 2.0 rebounds, 1.4 assists, and 1.6 steals per game over the course of nine games.
Other former University of Pennsylvania players, who play in pro basketball:
Devon Goodman (6'1''-PG-1997, played in 2016-20) plays for Giessen 46ers in German ProA
Keelan Cairns (6'10''-C/F-1992, played in 2010-12) plays for Ballincollig in Irish Super League
Clark Slajchert (6'1''-G, played in 2020-24) plays for Residence in Luxembourg LBBL
Darien Nelson-Henry (6'11''-F/C-1994, played in 2012-16) plays for Hemel Storm in British BCB
Notice: The list above includes only some of alumni playing currently in pro basketball. Check complete list of University of Pennsylvania basketball alumni.
Antonio Woods is last week best Quakers alumni, who plays professional basketball (Photo: @OvarenseBasquetebol)
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