Courtesy of Eurobasket LLC Every week we bring you a list of the top former Golden Eagles players who continue their career in pro basketball.
#1. Austin Crowley, a 25-year-old guard standing at 6'5" who graduated from Southern Miss in 2024 and received the NABC Division I All-District 23 First Team award that year, is currently playing professionally in Germany. Recently, he led his team, Bamberg Baskets, to a significant victory over the closely-ranked ratiopharm Ulm in the German easyCredit BBL. In a game on Saturday night, Bamberg Baskets emerged triumphant with a score of 96-87, with Crowley playing a pivotal role. During the game, Crowley showcased his skills by contributing 11 points, 6 rebounds, and 3 assists in just 27 minutes of play. His performance was instrumental in securing the win for Bamberg Baskets, who currently hold the third position in the league with a record of 24-10. This victory marked the team's seventh consecutive win, highlighting their impressive form. Throughout the season, Crowley has maintained solid statistics, averaging 10.5 points, 4.0 rebounds, 2.3 assists, and 1.2 steals per game in the 37 games he has played so far. His consistent contributions on both ends of the court have been essential in propelling Bamberg Baskets towards success in the league.
#2. DeAndre Pinckney, a 26-year-old former Golden Eagles alum from 2023, has been making waves in the pro basketball scene in Israel. Recently, he played a crucial role in Maccabi Urban Ramat Gan's thrilling victory over the fifth-ranked Hapoel Holon in the Israeli Winner League. Pinckney, standing at 6'8'' and known for his versatility on the court, showcased his skills by scoring 22 points, grabbing 5 rebounds, handing out 3 assists, and blocking 2 shots in just 31 minutes of playing time. This remarkable performance is particularly noteworthy as he is only in his third season of professional basketball. Maccabi Urban Ramat Gan, currently placed ninth in the league with a record of 10-16, secured a much-needed win thanks to Pinckney's standout efforts. This victory was especially significant as it broke a streak of three consecutive losses for his team. Despite the Regular Season already coming to a close, Pinckney's impact on the court has been undeniable, particularly in his first year with the team. His standout performance against Hapoel Holon highlights his impressive season statistics, with an average of 17.5 points, 7.3 rebounds, and 1.8 assists per game over four games. Pinckney's contributions have not only elevated his own performance but have also been instrumental in his team's successes, making him a true champion on the court.
#3. Puerto Rican player Andre Curbelo, a 6'0'' guard who recently graduated from Southern Miss in 2025 and now plays professionally in Puerto Rico, had a challenging game with Atleticos de San German (15-8), the top team in the league. Despite his impressive performance, Curbelo couldn't prevent San German from losing 87-94 to the lower-ranked Santeros (#3) in Group A on the road. In the game, Curbelo showcased his skills by scoring 16 points, grabbing 7 rebounds, providing 9 assists, and making 3 steals in 40 minutes of play. This performance is particularly noteworthy as Curbelo is in his debut season in professional basketball. In a previous game against Aguada, he once again demonstrated his talent by contributing significantly with 16 points, 7 rebounds, and 9 assists. However, despite his outstanding individual efforts, his team fell short of securing the victory. Throughout the season, Curbelo has been delivering impressive performances, maintaining high statistics. He currently holds averages of 15.4 points, 6.1 rebounds, 6.7 assists, and 1.5 steals per game over 23 appearances. Curbelo's consistent contributions have positioned him as a standout player in the league this year, showcasing his potential as a future champion in the making.
#4. Puerto Rican Neftali Alvarez, a 6'0'' point guard and 27-year-old Golden Eagles alumni from 2025, played a crucial role in helping his team become the Puerto Rican League Group A Regular Season Champion that year. Currently playing professionally in Puerto Rico, Alvarez recently showcased his skills for Indios de Mayaguez but unfortunately couldn't lead them to victory in their latest game against the Mets in Guaynabo. Despite his outstanding performance, where he was the leading scorer with 23 points in just 24 minutes, Mayaguez suffered a narrow 85-91 defeat, marking their sixth consecutive loss. This season marks Alvarez's debut with the team, and he has been a standout player with impressive statistics. On the court, he demonstrated his talent by scoring 23 points, securing 3 rebounds, and contributing 2 assists in a commendable display against Guaynabo. Despite his individual success, the team was unable to secure a win. Throughout the season, Alvarez has maintained strong averages of 15.5 points, 3.3 rebounds, 2.5 assists, and 1.3 steals per game across six matches, highlighting his valuable contributions to the team.
#5. Australian champion Lieb Yat, a 7'0'' center who graduated from Southern Miss in 2025 and currently plays professionally in Australia, recently faced a tough challenge when his team, the Kilsyth Cobras, took on the Raiders in the Australian NBL One. Despite his best efforts, Yat could not lead his team to victory against the formidable opponents. In the game against the Raiders, Yat struggled to make a significant impact, scoring only 3 points in 10 minutes of play. The Kilsyth Cobras, currently ranked ninth in the league with a 7-6 record, were narrowly defeated 96-93 by the third-ranked Raiders in the South group. This loss marked the Cobras' third consecutive defeat. Although Yat managed to contribute 3 points and 1 rebound in a previous game against Knox R., his individual performance was not enough to secure a win for his team. Throughout the season, Yat has been averaging 3.0 points per game and 1.2 rebounds per game in the six games he has played so far. Despite the recent setbacks, Yat remains a determined champion looking to lead his team to success in the upcoming matches.
#6. Cortez Edwards, a 6'2'' point guard who is 29 years old and an alumnus of the Golden Eagles from 2019, is currently playing professionally in Russia. Known for his exceptional skills, Edwards recently played a crucial role in Chelbasket's impressive 79-61 victory over the seventh-ranked Khimki in the Russian Superleague's second division. In the game, he showcased his talent by scoring 18 points, securing 4 rebounds, providing 3 assists, and blocking 2 shots during his 37 minutes on the court. His stellar performance proved instrumental in leading his team to victory, demonstrating why he is considered a true champion on the court. Throughout the season, Edwards has maintained solid statistics, averaging 13.3 points, 4.5 rebounds, 5.4 assists (the second-best in the league), and 1.7 steals per game across 39 games. His consistent contributions on both ends of the court have undoubtedly made him a standout player in the league, further solidifying his reputation as a top-notch finalist.
Other former University of Southern Mississippi players, who play in pro basketball:
Artur Konontsuk (6'8''-F-2000, played in 2019-21) plays for Bursaspor Basketbol in Turkish BSL
Denijay Harris (6'7''-F-2000, played in 2024-25) plays for Ostioneros de Guaymas in Mexican CIBACOPA
Donovan Ivory (6'6''-G-2001, played in 2022-24) plays for Valcea in Romanian Liga Nationala
DeAntoni Gordon (6'8''-F-2000, played in 2024-25) plays for Alkar in Croatian Premijer Liga
Boban Jacdonmi (6'9''-C/F-1996, played in 2018-20) played for Mataro UE in Spanish Segunda FEB few monts ago
Landon Glasper (6'2''-G, played in 2025-26) plays for KK Joker Sombor in Serbian KLS
Tyler Stevenson (6'9''-PF-2002, played in 2018-22) plays for Komarno in Slovakian Tipos SBL
Victor Iwuakor (6'7''-F-1999, played in 2023-24) plays for Sparta in Luxembourg LBBL
Marcelo Perez (6'5''-G/F-1999, played in 2022-24) plays for Puerto Varas in Chilean LNB
Arlando Arnold (6'1''-G-2001, played in 2021-24) plays for Vllaznia in Albanian Superliga
Quinton Campbell (6'6''-F-1993, played in 2015-17) played for NTD in Azerbaijani ABL last year
Cobie Montgomery (6'4''-G, played in 2022-25) plays for NTD in Azerbaijani ABL
Mark-Andreas Jaakson (6'7''-SF-2000, played in 2020-22) plays for Paide VW in Estonian 1 Liiga
Mike Ramey (6'5''-G-1993, played in 2015-17) plays for Titans in Thailand Warriors League
Felipe Haase (6'9''-F-1998, played in 2022-23) plays for Capitanes de Ciudad de Mexico in the NBA G League
Tegra Izay (7'0''-C, played in 2023-26) plays for Brampton Honey Badgers in CEBL
Victor Hart (6'8''-F-2001, played in 2022-24) plays for Shinagawa City Basketball Club in Japanese B3 League
Michael Craig (6'5''-G/F-1991, played in 2012-14) played for Shinagawa City Basketball Club in Japanese B3 League last year
Josimar Ayarza (6'9''-PF-1987, played in 2009-11) plays for Motilones del Norte in Colombian LBP
Notice: The list above includes only some of alumni playing currently in pro basketball. Check complete list of University of Southern Mississippi basketball alumni.
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