EuroBasket Pro Lobos Weekly Update

- April 24, 2026

POSTED BY: Eurobasket News

EuroBasket Pro Lobos Weekly Update

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We bring you last week's top former Lobos players who are currently playing in pro basketball.

   #1. Jaelen House, a 6'0'' point guard who graduated from New Mexico in 2024 and now plays professionally in China, recently had a standout performance despite his team's loss to the Guangsha Lions. In the game, Beijing Royal Fighters fell short with a score of 104-117, despite House putting up impressive numbers. The 24-year-old guard managed to achieve a double-double, scoring 44 points, grabbing 11 rebounds, and providing 6 assists in 39 minutes of play. This remarkable performance is even more notable considering it is only House's second season in professional basketball. Although Beijing Royal Fighters suffered their first loss after three consecutive victories, House's exceptional efforts did not go unnoticed. His outstanding display on the court earned him an Elite Badge from eurobasket.com, cementing his reputation as a true champion. As the Regular Season nears its end, House and his team have one crucial game left to play. Individually, Jaelen House has been having a strong year, boasting high statistics with an average of 15.3 points, 3.1 rebounds, and 4.4 assists per game in the 17 games he has participated in so far. His consistent performance and contributions to the team's efforts showcase his potential as a future champion in the making.

   #2. Experienced champion Alex Kirk, a 6'11'' center and 34-year-old Lobos alumnus from 2014, who helped them win the MWC Tournament that year, is currently playing professionally in Japan. Recently, he led the Ryukyu Golden Kings Okinawa to a resounding victory against the fifth-ranked NeoPhoenix with a score of 102-82 in the Japanese B1 League on Saturday night. In that game, Kirk showcased his skills by scoring 19 points, grabbing 6 rebounds, and making 2 blocks in 35 minutes of play. The Ryukyu Golden Kings Okinawa, with a record of 39-17, currently holds the fourth position in the West group standings. With only four games remaining in the Regular Season, each match is crucial for the team's playoff aspirations. During a recent game against San-en NP, Kirk once again displayed an outstanding performance by contributing 19 points, 6 rebounds, and 2 assists to secure the victory for his team. His consistent and impactful displays on the court have been instrumental in leading his team to success. Throughout this season, Kirk has maintained solid statistics, averaging 10.5 points, 6.4 rebounds, and 1.5 assists per game in the 56 games he has played so far. It is noteworthy that Kirk holds both American and Japanese citizenship, allowing him to play in Japan as a domestic player, which has been beneficial for his career in the league.

   #3. Nigerian player Nelly Joseph, a towering center standing at 6'10'' and 24 years old, graduated from New Mexico in 2025 after helping them secure the MWC Regular Season Champion title that year. Currently playing professionally in France, he suits up for SIG Strasbourg, a team struggling in the league with a record of 16-10. In a recent matchup against the underperforming Saint-Quentin team with a 7-20 record, Joseph contributed 8 points in 21 minutes of play, but unfortunately, his team suffered a significant defeat, losing 109-87 on the road. Despite the challenging loss, Joseph showcased his skills on the court by scoring 8 points, securing 2 rebounds, and providing 2 assists against Saint-Quentin. With only four games remaining in the Regular Season, each upcoming match becomes crucial for SIG Strasbourg's playoff hopes. Throughout the season, Joseph has maintained impressive statistics, averaging 13.2 points per game, leading the league with 9.0 rebounds per game, and distributing 1.2 assists per game in 25 appearances. His standout performances have solidified his position as a key player for SIG Strasbourg, even amidst the team's struggles to secure victories.

   #4. Tony Snell, a 34-year-old guard standing at 6'6'' and an alum of Lobos from 2013, currently showcasing his skills in France, recently faced a tough match representing Boulazac Basket Dordogne. Despite his noteworthy performance, including scoring 15 points in 25 minutes, his team suffered a significant defeat against the lower-ranked JDA Dijon, with a final score of 103-85. Snell's contributions on the court were commendable, yet they were not enough to secure a victory for his team. As the Regular Season nears its end with only three games remaining, each upcoming match becomes increasingly crucial for Boulazac. Snell's consistent efforts throughout the season have been reflected in his average of 8.2 points per game and 2.7 rebounds per game across 23 games played this season. Although the recent loss was disappointing, Snell's determination and skills as a champion remain evident as he continues to strive for success alongside his team.

   #5. Jemarl Baker Jr., a 6'5'' guard who graduated from New Mexico in 2024 after helping them win the MWC Tournament that year, is currently playing professionally in Germany for Eisbaeren Bremerhaven. In their recent game against the lower-ranked Lions in Karlsruhe, despite Baker Jr.'s impressive performance, scoring 16 points in 25 minutes, Bremerhaven was narrowly defeated 86-83. This loss was a setback for the team, currently standing at 21-11 with only two games remaining in the Regular Season. As it is only Baker Jr.'s second season in professional basketball, his contribution as the top scorer in the game is notable. This season, he has been averaging 14.0 points, 3.1 rebounds, and 2.4 assists per game in 26 appearances. Despite his relatively good statistics and consistent performance, the team has faced challenges in securing victories. It is worth mentioning that it is Baker Jr.'s first year with the Eisbaeren Bremerhaven team, and his talent and potential are evident as he continues to make significant contributions on the court.

   #6. Swedish champion Sebastian Forsling, a 7'0'' center who is 23 years old and an alum of Lobos from 2024, currently plays professionally in Sweden. In a recent game, he helped lead Norrkoping Dolphins to a decisive 106-89 victory over the closely-ranked BC Lulea in the Swedish Basketligan. Despite scoring only 4 points in 15 minutes of play, Forsling made significant contributions to his team's success. His impressive performance included 4 points, 2 rebounds, and 1 assist against BC Lulea, showcasing his skill and determination on the court. These contributions were instrumental in Norrkoping Dolphins emerging as the champion. Throughout this season, Forsling has maintained an average of 4.2 points per game and 4.2 rebounds per game across 36 games, demonstrating his consistency and value to his team.

   #7. Finnish basketball player Mustapha Amzil, a 6'9'' forward aged 24, graduated from New Mexico in 2025 after helping them secure the MWC Regular Season Champion title that year. Currently playing professionally in Kosovo, he recently played a key role in KB Trepca Mitrovice's victory over the fifth-ranked Peja with a score of 86-78 in a Kosovan Art Motion Superliga game. Despite only scoring 2 points in 17 minutes of play, Amzil's overall contribution was significant, as he also managed to grab 2 rebounds and dish out 2 assists. His versatile performance on the court was instrumental in securing the win for his team, demonstrating his skills and determination as a finalist. Throughout this season, Amzil has been averaging 9.7 points, 4.9 rebounds, and 1.3 assists per game in 29 appearances, further solidifying his reputation as a champion.

   #8. Carlton Bragg Jr., a 6'10'' power forward and 30-year-old Lobos alumnus from 2020, currently plays professionally in Kosovo. In a recent game, he was unable to lead Bora to victory over Bashkimi. Despite his valiant effort, Bragg Jr. managed to score 8 points and grab 5 rebounds in just 10 minutes of play. Unfortunately, his team narrowly lost the game with a score of 73-70. Bragg Jr. displayed an impressive performance against Bashkimi, showcasing his skills by contributing 8 points and securing 5 rebounds. However, despite his notable efforts, his team could not secure the win. Throughout the current season, Bragg Jr. has been averaging 6.2 points per game, along with 3.3 rebounds, 1.1 blocks, and 1.3 steals in nine games played.

Other former University of New Mexico players, who play in pro basketball:

Makuach Maluach (6'7''-F/G-1998, played in 2017-21) plays for Sydney Kings in Australian NBL
Morris Udeze (6'9''-F/C-1999, played in 2022-23) plays for MoraBanc Andorra in Spanish Liga Endesa
Jamal Mashburn Jr. (6'2''-G-2001, played in 2021-24) plays for Long Island Nets in the NBA G League
Emmanuel Kuac (6'7''-G/F, played in 2019-23) plays for Nassjo in Swedish Basketligan
Karim Ezzeddine (6'9''-F/C-1997, played in 2018-19) plays for Yokohama Excellence in Japanese B2 League
Anthony Danridge (6'5''-PF-1986, played in 2004-09) played for Sportiva Italiana in Chilean LNB2 few monts ago
Isaac Mushila (6'5''-F-1999, played in 2023-24) played for Cordoba CB in Spanish Segunda FEB last year
Ally Atiki (6'10''-F-2001, played in 2024-25) plays for Dar City in Tanzanian NBL
Antino Jackson (6'0''-PG-1996, played in 2017-18) plays for Tigers in Rwandan RBL
Jachai Simmons (6'7''-SF-1996, played in 2017-18) played for Fire Family in the The Basketball Tournament last year
Jamaal Smith (6'1''-PG-1985, played in 2006-08) played for Caribbean Storm Islands in Colombian LBP last year
Keith McGee (6'3''-PG, played in 2018-21) played for KSA in Cameroonian D2 last year
Corey Manigault (6'9''-F/C-1998, played in 2018-20) plays for Guizhou in Chinese NBL

Notice: The list above includes only some of alumni playing currently in pro basketball. Check complete list of University of New Mexico basketball alumni.