EuroBasket Pro Titans Weekly Update

- May 28, 2026

POSTED BY: Eurobasket News

EuroBasket Pro Titans Weekly Update

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Here is the weekly review of the top performing Titans alumni, who are currently playing in pro basketball.

   #1. British champion Noah Horchler, a 6'9'' power forward aged 28, graduated from Providence in 2022. Previously, he played for East Florida State in 2016 and 2017, helping them reach the final of the NJCAA D1 District VIII that year. Currently playing professionally in Puerto Rico, Horchler recently couldn't prevent Santeros de Aguada (10-10) from a 93-108 loss to the lower-ranked (#5) Cangrejeros on the road in Group A, despite his outstanding performance. Horchler, the finalist, was the second-highest scorer of the game with 20 points and contributed 8 rebounds and 2 blocks in just 24 minutes of play. In a previous game against Santurce, he showcased another remarkable performance, scoring 20 points and securing 8 rebounds. Despite his noteworthy efforts, his team ultimately fell short in securing the victory. In the current season, Horchler maintains an average of 9.1 points per game and 4.9 rebounds per game in the eight games he has participated in thus far. Notably, he is a naturalized British player.

   #2. South African Osayi Osifo, a 26-year-old 6'8'' forward and a Dolphins alumnus from 2023, previously played for E. Florida St. where he contributed to their success by helping them become the Mid-Florida Conference Regular Season Co-Champion in 2020. Osifo currently plays professionally in Egypt and recently showcased his talents by leading his Egyptian team, Al Ahly Cairo, to a crucial victory over the closely-ranked ASCVD with a score of 87-76 in the Basketball Africa League game on Sunday night. During the game, Osifo displayed an outstanding performance, scoring 13 points, grabbing 7 rebounds, and providing 2 assists in just 23 minutes of play. This game was highly anticipated as it featured two top 4 ranked teams competing against each other. With this win, Al Ahly Cairo (4-1) secured the second position in the league standings, marking their fourth consecutive victory. Osifo's remarkable contribution of 13 points, 7 rebounds, and 2 assists against ASCVD was instrumental in guiding his team to victory as the champion of the game. Throughout this season, Osifo has maintained solid averages of 7.0 points, 6.5 rebounds, 1.1 assists, and 1.3 blocks per game in the eight games he has played so far, showcasing his versatility and impact on the court.

   #3. Ruot Monyyong, a 6'11'' forward who graduated from UALR in 2021 and previously played for East Florida State between 2017 and 2018, where he helped them clinch the Mid-Florida Conference Regular Season Champion title that year, is currently excelling as a professional player in Mexico. He recently led Frayles de Guasave to a decisive victory over the eighth-ranked Pioneros Los Mochis with a score of 89-75 in a game in the Mexican Circuito de Baloncesto de la Costa del Pacifico league. During the game, Monyyong showcased his skills by scoring 14 points, grabbing 4 rebounds, and contributing 1 assist in just 19 minutes of play. His standout performance was instrumental in securing the win for his team, further solidifying his reputation as a champion. Frayles de Guasave, with a record of 23-17, currently holds the second position in the league standings. Monyyong's consistent contributions this season are reflected in his averages of 9.5 points per game, 5.4 rebounds per game, and 1.3 blocks per game, which rank him as the fourth-best shot blocker in the league. His impressive stats and impactful presence on the court position him as a formidable finalist in the league.

   #4. Eli Abaev, a 6'8'' forward/center aged 27, is an Eagles alumnus from 2021 who previously played at E. Florida St. between 2016 and 2018. During his time there, he was instrumental in helping the team clinch the Mid-Florida Conference Regular Season Champion title. Currently, Abaev is playing professionally in Israel. In a recent game against the seventh-ranked E. Shomron (15-15) in the Israeli National League, Abaev put on a stellar performance, contributing 7 points, 6 rebounds, and 6 assists in just 24 minutes of play. This impressive display of skill aided in his team's decisive 97-77 victory, highlighting his abilities as a finalist on the court. Ironi Nahariya, Abaev's team, is currently placed third in the Play-Off group with a record of 23-7. Abaev's stats this season are noteworthy, averaging 10.5 points, 7.5 rebounds, and 2.7 assists per game over 12 appearances. It is also noteworthy that Abaev holds both American and Israeli citizenship, allowing him to play in Israel as a domestic player. His versatility and strong contributions make him a valuable asset both on and off the court as a champion athlete.

   #5. In a recent Australian NBL One match, the Rockhampton Rockets, led by the talented South Sudanese guard Junior Madut, secured a commanding victory over the 12th-ranked Seahawks with a final score of 104-78. Madut, standing at an impressive 6'5'' and aged 29, showcased his skills by contributing 15 points and 4 assists in just 29 minutes of play. This remarkable performance is even more noteworthy considering that Madut has only been playing professional basketball for three seasons. Playing a crucial role in his team's triumph, Madut's standout display against the NGC Seahawks included not only scoring but also providing 2 rebounds and 4 assists. This stellar performance was key in guiding the Rockhampton Rockets to emerge as the champion in the game. Despite the team's current standing at tenth place in the North group with a record of 2-4, Madut's consistent contributions have been reflected in his solid season averages of 13.3 points, 6.0 rebounds, and 4.0 assists per game across four outings. Notably, Junior Madut possesses dual citizenship from both America and South Sudan, affording him the opportunity to play in South Sudan as a domestic player. His journey from graduating in Hawaii in 2023 to playing professionally in Australia demonstrates his dedication and talent as he continues to make his mark in the world of basketball.

   #6. C.J. Jackson, a 6'1'' point guard and 30-year-old Buckeyes alumni from 2019 who briefly played at East Florida State between 2015 and 2016, is currently playing professionally in Vietnam. In a recent game where his team, the Nhatrang Dolphins, faced off against the leading Buffaloes in Hanoi, Jackson unfortunately couldn't help his team secure a victory. Despite his exceptional performance, the Dolphins, who are currently at the bottom of the rankings with a 0-2 record, were defeated 116-92. During the game, Jackson stood out as the top scorer, contributing 20 points and grabbing 9 rebounds in just 30 minutes of play. His impressive display of skills on the court included not only scoring but also showcasing his versatility with rebounds and an assist. Despite his outstanding individual performance, the Dolphins were unable to overcome the dominant Buffaloes. Throughout the season, Jackson has been consistently performing well, maintaining high statistics with an average of 16.0 points per game, 7.0 rebounds per game, and 2.5 assists per game in the two games played so far. His strong contributions on the court demonstrate his value as a key player for the team, even in the face of challenging matchups like the recent game against the Buffaloes.

   #7. Nigerian champion Mike Nuga, a 6'2'' guard who is 28 years old and graduated from UNLV in 2022, previously played for E. Florida St. from 2016 to 2018 where he helped them secure the Mid-Florida Conference Regular Season title in that year. Currently, he is playing professionally in Canada. In the recent game, Nuga, despite his solid performance, couldn't prevent the Edmonton Stingers (1-3) from suffering a crushing 111-88 defeat in Langley against the Bandits. He managed to score 12 points and provide 4 assists in 21 minutes of play. In a prior game against Vancouver, Nuga showcased his skills by contributing 12 points, 3 rebounds, and 4 assists, yet his team fell short of securing the win. Throughout this season, Nuga has been averaging 8.3 points, 2.7 rebounds, and 2.0 assists per game in three appearances. It is noteworthy that Nuga holds both American and Nigerian citizenship, enabling him to play in Nigeria as a domestic player.

   #8. Dominican Republic champion Jhery Matos, standing at 6'5'' and playing as a shooting guard, is a 30-year-old athlete. He is an alumnus of the 49ers from 2021 but also played for E. Florida St. between 2016 and 2017, where he helped them reach the final of NJCAA D1 District VIII that year. Currently, he is playing professionally in Venezuela. In a recent game, Matos was unable to lead the Spartans to victory against Marinos. Despite his solid performance where he scored 9 points, grabbed 5 rebounds, and dished out 3 assists in 29 minutes of play, his team narrowly lost with a score of 86-84. Throughout this season, Matos has been averaging 8.0 points, 5.7 rebounds, 2.3 assists, and 1.3 steals per game in three games played.

Other former Eastern Florida State College players, who play in pro basketball:

Jonathan Ned (6'9''-F-2000, played in 2018-20) played for Ancud in Chilean LNB few monts ago
Corey Walden (6'2''-PG-1992, played in 2011-12) plays for Hiopos Forca Lleida in Spanish Liga Endesa
Christyon Eugene (6'3''-G-2001, played in 2020-21) plays for FMP BG in Serbian KLS
Nick Stampley (6'4''-F-1999, played in 2018-19) plays for Kangoeroes Basket Mechelen in Belgian Pro Basketball League
Harry Jimenez (6'5''-F-2001, played in 2020-23) played for Santeros de Aguada in Puerto Rican BSN last year
Bogdan Cret (6'3''-G-2004, played in 2022-23) plays for Rapid in Romanian Liga Nationala
Roberts Berze (6'6''-F-2001, played in 2020-22) plays for Ventspils in Latvian LBL
Jure Gunjina (6'8''-F-1992, played in 2013-14) played for Skrljevo in Croatian Prva Liga last year
Marko Blagojevic (6'8''-F-2004, played in 2023-24) plays for Beovuk 72 in Serbian 1MRL
Addison Spruill (6'5''-G-1993, played in 2011-13) plays for Cordon in Uruguayan LUB
Shaheed Davis (6'9''-PF-1994, played in 2013-14) plays for Thunder in Kenyan Premier League
Kareem Brewton Jr. (6'3''-G-1995, played in 2015-18) plays for H.Kralove in Czech Republic NBL
Rron Ukaj (6'7''-F-2000, played in 2020-22) plays for Bora in Kosovan Superliga
Jalen Warren (6'2''-G-1999, played in 2017-19) plays for Kretinga in Lithuanian NKL
Ilija Stefanovic (6'10''-F-1998, played in 2018-19) plays for Topola in Serbian 1MRL
Ayo Dada (6'2''-G-1998, played in 2018-19) played for Gaia in Portuguese 1.Divisao last year
Joan Duran (6'8''-SF-1990, played in 2017-18) played for Los Prados in Dominican Rep. TBS last year
Kaleel Solomon (6'1''-G, played in 2016-18) played for Millionaires in Bahamas NPBA last year
Kyle Meyer (6'10''-C-1993, played in 2014-15) played for Glass City Wranglers in the TBL last year
Robert Hardy (6'5''-G-1999, played in 2019-20) plays for Tampa Bay Titans in the TBL
Markus Harding (6'10''-C, played in 2020-22) plays for Saskatchewan Mamba in CEBL
BJ Gladden (6'6''-F-1995, played in 2015-16) played for Dinosaurios in Peruvian LBL last year
Cristian Duran (6'7''-F-1996, played in 2015-17) plays for San Salvador in Salvadorean Liga MB
Jalen NeSmith (6'0''-PG-2001, played in 2019-20) played for Jaguares in Costa Rican D2 last year
Daishon Smith (6'1''-G-1995, played in 2014-15) plays for Astros de Jalisco in Mexican CIBACOPA
Calvin Poulina (6'8''-F-1999, played in 2019-20) played for Kufstein Towers in Austrian 2.Bundesliga last year

Notice: The list above includes only some of alumni playing currently in pro basketball. Check complete list of Eastern Florida State College basketball alumni.