EuroBasket Pro Broncos Weekly Update

- April 26, 2026

POSTED BY: Eurobasket News

EuroBasket Pro Broncos Weekly Update

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

   #1. Jalen Williams, a 25-year-old guard/forward standing at 6'6'' who graduated from Santa Clara in 2022 and was a Lou Henson National Player of the Year Award Finalist, currently plays professionally in the NBA for the Oklahoma City Thunder. In a recent game against the Phoenix Suns, the Thunder achieved a resounding victory with a scoreline of 119-84. Williams played a significant role in this triumph, contributing 22 points, 7 rebounds, and 6 assists in just 29 minutes on the court. Despite the Oklahoma City Thunder having a somewhat lackluster season with a 64-18 record, Williams has been a standout player in his first year with the team. His exceptional performance against the Phoenix Suns showcased his skills and abilities, helping his team secure the win and emerge as the champion of the game. Throughout the season, Williams has maintained impressive individual statistics, averaging 17.3 points per game, 4.6 rebounds per game, 5.5 assists per game, and 1.2 steals per game. His stellar contributions on the court have not only bolstered the team's performance but have also solidified his position as a key player and a Finalist for the Lou Henson National Player of the Year Award.

   #2. Argentinian Francisco Caffaro, standing tall at 7'1'' and a 25-year-old former Broncos alumnus from 2024, has been making waves in the professional basketball scene in Argentina. Recently, he displayed his exceptional skills by leading Boca Juniors to a thrilling 87-75 victory over the closely-ranked Obras in a derby game in the Argentinian La Liga. This impressive win saw Caffaro stepping up as the MVP of the game, contributing significantly with 18 points, 9 rebounds, and 2 assists in just 24 minutes of play. It's worth noting that this remarkable performance comes in only his second season in professional basketball, highlighting his potential and talent as a rising champion player. Boca Juniors Buenos Aires, currently placed eighth in the league with a record of 20-15, is gearing up for the final stretch of the Regular Season with only two games remaining. With every game now holding critical importance, Caffaro's consistent contributions and leadership on the court will be vital for his team's success. Notably, Caffaro has been maintaining impressive statistics throughout the season, averaging 13.6 points per game and securing 8.5 rebounds per game, which ranks him as the second best in the league in terms of rebounding. His consistent performance and skillful gameplay have solidified his position as a key player for Boca Juniors, proving himself as a true champion and a standout finalist in the Argentinian basketball scene.

   #3. Carlos Stewart, a 6'1'' guard who graduated from Santa Clara in 2025 and received the All-WCC Second Team award that year, is currently playing professionally in Italy for Itelyum Varese. Despite his impressive performance in the recent game against Cantu, where he contributed 19 points, 3 rebounds, and 2 assists in just 20 minutes, Varese was unable to secure a victory and was defeated 100-96 by the lower-ranked Cantu (#13). Stewart, in his first season with the team, has been a key player with good stats averaging 14.5 points, 2.6 rebounds, 2.9 assists, and 1.3 steals per game this season. With only two games left in the Regular Season, every game now holds great importance for Varese as they strive to make a strong finish. Stewart's standout performance against Cantu showcases his skills and determination, despite the final outcome of the game.

   #4. KJ Feagin, a 6'1'' point guard and 28-year-old Aztecs alumni from 2020, previously playing for Santa Clara between 2015 and 2019, currently showcases his skills as a professional player in Poland. In a recent game, despite his stellar performance, Feagin could not lead Energa Kotwica Kolobrzeg (16-16) to victory as they suffered a crushing 106-79 defeat on the road against the leading team, Enea Astoria. Feagin emerged as the top scorer with an impressive 30 points, along with contributing 4 rebounds and 6 assists during his 39 minutes on the court. In another game against Bydgoszcz, Feagin once again displayed his scoring prowess by dropping 30 points, securing 4 rebounds, and distributing 6 assists. Despite his remarkable individual contributions, his team fell short of securing the win. Throughout the season, Feagin has maintained high statistics, averaging 16.9 points per game, 4.1 rebounds per game, and 6.2 assists per game, ranking third in the league in assists. His consistent performance highlights his value as a key player for his team, even in the face of challenging matchups.

   #5. In the recent game, Jalen Benjamin, standing at 5'10'' and playing as a point guard, showcased his skills for Beroe but was unable to steer his team to victory. Despite delivering a commendable performance, scoring 26 points and contributing 8 assists in a 36-minute game, Beroe suffered a 96-89 defeat against Balkan, the second-ranked team in the league. With only two games remaining in the Regular Season, every match holds significant importance for Beroe. Benjamin's standout performance against Balkan, where he emerged as the top scorer with 26 points, underlines his crucial role for the team. Alongside his scoring prowess, Benjamin also displayed his playmaking ability by recording 8 assists during the game. Throughout the season, Benjamin has maintained an average of 10.0 points per game, along with 1.8 rebounds and 3.8 assists. As Beroe strives to secure victories in the remaining games, Benjamin's consistent contributions will be vital in their pursuit of success in the league.

   #6. Australian D.J. Mitchell, a 29-year-old forward standing at 6'8'' and an alum of the Broncos from 2021, showcased his talents while playing professionally in the United Kingdom. However, in a recent game, Mitchell, despite his commendable effort, could not prevent Manchester Basketball (6-2) from suffering a loss at the hands of the underdog Dziki (#21) with a final score of 109-97 in Warszawa. During the game, Mitchell delivered an impressive double-double performance, contributing 14 points and securing 10 rebounds in 35 minutes of play. Despite his notable efforts, Manchester was unable to secure the victory against Dziki. Throughout the season, Mitchell has maintained solid statistics, averaging 13.0 points, 8.0 rebounds, and 2.5 assists per game. His consistent performance on the court has been instrumental in his team's success, although the recent setback against Dziki serves as a reminder of the competitive nature of basketball at the professional level.

   #7. Canadian player Josip Vrankic, standing at 6'9'' and playing as a center/forward, is 27 years old and a graduate of Santa Clara in 2022. In that same year, he received the prestigious All-WCC First Team award. Currently, he is showcasing his skills as a professional basketball player in Spain. In a recent game, he led Zunder Palencia to a thrilling 93-90 victory over the 12th-ranked Ourense in the Spanish Primera FEB, which is the second division of Spanish basketball. Vrankic's stellar performance included 12 points, 7 rebounds, and 4 assists in just 27 minutes of play. His contributions were instrumental in securing the narrow 3-point win for his team. Throughout the season, Vrankic has maintained solid statistics, averaging 12.1 points, 4.4 rebounds, and 1.6 assists per game. Despite his Canadian background, it is worth noting that he holds Croatian nationality as well. Vrankic's exceptional display on the court against Ourense truly exemplifies why he is a champion in his own right.

   #8. PJ Pipes, a 6'2'' guard and 27-year-old Broncos alumni from 2022 who currently plays professionally in Turkey, showcased his skills in the recent game for Onvo Buyukcekmece Basketbol. Despite his stellar performance, the struggling Buyukcekmece team, currently at a 4-23 record, was unable to secure a victory last Sunday. Facing off against the much higher-ranked Erokspor, who hold the #8 position, Buyukcekmece suffered a 79-67 defeat in a highly anticipated derby match. Pipes stood out as the top scorer of the game, contributing 18 points during his 35 minutes on the court. His remarkable performance against Erokspor included not only scoring but also grabbing 2 rebounds and dishing out 1 assist. Despite his individual efforts, Buyukcekmece could not clinch the win. Throughout the season, Pipes has maintained relatively solid statistics, averaging 13.6 points per game, along with 1.7 rebounds and 2.0 assists per game. His contributions on the court continue to be essential for Buyukcekmece, even in the face of challenging matchups against higher-ranked opponents.

   #9. Keshawn Justice, a 6'7'' forward who is 26 years old and graduated from Santa Clara in 2023, currently plays professionally in France. Recently, he played for Cholet Basket but was unable to lead his team to victory against Paris Basket. Despite his contribution of 4 points and 6 rebounds in 18 minutes of play, Cholet Basket was defeated 99-93 by Paris Basket. This game highlighted Justice's skills on the court, yet unfortunately, his team was unable to secure the win. In the ongoing season, Justice maintains an average of 5.4 points per game and 3.3 rebounds per game, showcasing his consistent performance as a professional basketball player.

   #10. Experienced champion Raymond Cowels III, a 6'3'' guard who is 35 years old and an alumnus of the Broncos from 2013, currently plays professionally in Poland. He recently played a crucial role in leading Trefl Sopot to a hard-fought 76-72 victory over the 14th-ranked Czarni in the Polish Orlen Basket Liga on Saturday night. Despite playing for just 11 minutes, Cowels III managed to contribute 5 important points to his team's win. His performance against Czarni not only helped secure the victory but also elevated him as the finalist of the game. Throughout this season, Cowels III has been averaging 8.4 points per game and 2.0 rebounds per game, showcasing his consistency and value to his team.

Other former Santa Clara University players, who play in pro basketball:

Camaron Tongue (6'7''-F-2001, played in 2021-25) plays for Kalev/Cramo in Estonian KML
Adama-Alpha Bal (6'7''-G-2003, played in 2023-25) plays for Memphis Grizzlies in the NBA
Brandin Podziemski (6'5''-G-2003) plays for Golden State Warriors in the NBA
John Bryant (6'11''-C-1987, played in 2005-09) plays for SYNTAINICS MBC Weissenfels in German BBL
Carlos Marshall Jr. (6'6''-G-1999, played in 2022-24) plays for Sassari in Italian Serie A
Guglielmo Caruso (6'10''-F-1999, played in 2018-21) plays for Napoli in Italian Serie A
Jaden Bediako (6'10''-C-2000, played in 2019-23) plays for Ostioneros de Guaymas in Mexican CIBACOPA
Juan Ducasse (6'10''-F-1998, played in 2018-21) plays for U.Atletica in Uruguayan LUB
Henrik Jadersten (6'10''-F-1995, played in 2015-19) plays for Uppsala in Swedish Basketligan
Jared Brownridge (6'3''-G-1994, played in 2013-17) played for Delaware Blue Coats in the NBA G League few monts ago
Josh Martin (6'7''-F-1995, played in 2018-19) played for Tokushima Gambarous in Japanese B3 League last year
Johnny O'Neil (6'10''-F, played in 2023-25) plays for Birmingham Squadron in the NBA G League
Danilo Djuricic (6'9''-F-1999, played in 2021-22) plays for Brampton Honey Badgers in CEBL

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