EuroBasket Pro Crimson Weekly Update

- April 26, 2026

POSTED BY: Eurobasket News

EuroBasket Pro Crimson Weekly Update

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

   #1. Ghanian basketball player Christopher Ledlum, who stands at 6'6'' and plays as a small forward, is a 25-year-old athlete. He graduated from St. John's in 2024, but during the years 2019 to 2023, he showcased his skills at Harvard. In 2023, he received the CSC NCAA Division I Academic All-District Team award. Currently, he is competing professionally in Germany. Recently, Ledlum led Ratiopharm Ulm to a significant victory over the 11th-ranked Seawolves with a score of 75-68 in a game held on Sunday night in the German easyCredit BBL league. Notably, he was named the MVP of the game for his outstanding performance. During the match, Ledlum impressively scored 22 points and secured 8 rebounds in just 30 minutes of play, demonstrating his talent despite being in only his second season of professional basketball. Ratiopharm Ulm, with a record of 18-14, currently holds the fifth position in the league standings. With only three games remaining until the end of the Regular Season, each upcoming game is crucial for the team's standings. Ledlum's exceptional contribution was highlighted in a recent game against Rostock, where he scored 22 points and grabbed 8 rebounds, leading his team to victory. His remarkable skills and dedication on the court truly exemplify why he is considered a champion. Throughout the season, Ledlum has maintained impressive individual statistics, averaging 16.4 points, 6.4 rebounds, and 2.3 assists per game in the 28 games he has played so far. It is evident that Ledlum, a naturalized American player, is having a standout year with his exceptional performances and contributions to his team's success.

   #2. Canadian champion Luka Sakota, a 6'6'' guard who is 25 years old and an alumnus of the Huskies from 2024, previously played for Harvard between 2019 and 2023. During his time at Harvard, he received the CSC NCAA Division I Academic All-District Team award in 2023. Currently, Sakota is playing professionally in Poland. In a recent game, Sakota was unable to lead Tasomix Rosiek Stal Ostrow Wielkopolski (15-13) to victory as they fell 73-83 on the road to the higher-ranked (#5) team, Dziki. Despite Sakota's solid performance where he scored 10 points in 26 minutes, Stal lost the game. With only two games remaining until the end of the Regular Season, every upcoming game is crucial for the team. This season marks Sakota's first with the team in Poland. Despite the loss to Dziki, Sakota showcased his skills by scoring 10 points and grabbing 2 rebounds. Throughout the year, he has maintained good statistics with 11.1 points per game, 2.3 rebounds per game, and 2.1 assists per game over 26 games. It is worth noting that Sakota holds a Croatian passport in addition to his Canadian heritage.

   #3. In Friday night's game in the Hungarian Nemzeti Bajnoksag I/A league, the experienced Zena Edosomwan, a 6'9'' center/forward who graduated from Harvard in 2017 and currently plays professionally in Hungary, led Atomeromu to a dominant victory against the second-ranked Alba. With a final score of 116-78, Atomeromu easily secured the win, thanks in large part to Edosomwan's impressive performance. Despite playing for just 18 minutes, Edosomwan managed to score 12 points, contributing significantly to his team's success. Atomeromu SE Paks, with a record of 17-9, currently holds the seventh position in the Play-Off group standings. The recent victory marked their impressive tenth consecutive win, showcasing their strong form in the league. Edosomwan's consistent contributions on the court have been instrumental in his team's success, with his solid stats this season reflecting his impact. With an average of 11.3 points per game and 5.7 rebounds per game in 27 appearances, Edosomwan has been a key player for Atomeromu. In the game against Alba, Edosomwan not only displayed his scoring prowess but also contributed with 1 rebound and 1 assist. His performance was crucial in guiding Atomeromu to victory and ultimately securing their position as the champion of the match.

   #4. French Louis Lesmond, a 24-year-old guard standing at 6'6'' and an alum of the Rams from 2026, showcased his skills in the French ELITE 2 league's recent game. Despite only scoring 2 points in 12 minutes of play, Lesmond played a pivotal role in helping Hyeres-Toulon Var Basket secure an 87-81 victory over Quimper UJAP, one of the league's struggling teams with an 8-27 record. Currently, Hyeres-Toulon Var Basket holds the 13th position in the league with a record of 17-18. With only three games remaining in the Regular Season, each game becomes increasingly crucial for the team's standings. This season marks Lesmond's debut with the team, and his modest but impactful performance against Quimper highlights his dedication and contribution to the team's success as finalists. Despite his limited playing time, Lesmond's 2 points and 1 rebound against Quimper proved valuable in ensuring the team's victory. His consistent efforts on the court have been instrumental in leading Hyeres-Toulon Var Basket towards success in pursuit of the championship title. Currently, Lesmond maintains an average of 2.9 points per game across seven games this season.

   #5. Experienced champion Siyani Chambers, a 6'0'' point guard who is 32 years old and graduated from Harvard in 2017 with an All-Ivy League First Team award, currently plays professionally in France. In the recent game, Chambers, despite his stellar performance, could not prevent Caen Basket Calvados (12-23) from a 70-79 loss to the much higher-ranked (#10) Gries-Souffel on their home court. Chambers was the standout performer, leading his team in scoring with 20 points while also contributing 5 assists and 3 steals in 31 minutes of play. Unfortunately, this defeat marked Caen Basket Calvados' third consecutive loss, making every remaining game crucial as they approach the end of the Regular Season. Despite the team's struggles, Chambers continues to have an outstanding season individually, boasting impressive statistics. He maintains averages of 15.1 points per game, 2.3 rebounds per game, 5.9 assists per game (ranked third in the league), and 1.3 steals per game over 34 games played. His consistent performance and leadership on the court make him a key player for Caen Basket Calvados as they aim to turn their season around and secure a spot in the playoffs.

   #6. Keith Wright, a 6'8'' forward who is 36 years old and an alumnus of Crimson from the class of 2012, played a crucial role in helping his team secure the Ivy League Champion title that year. Currently playing professionally in France, he recently contributed significantly to Les Sables' victory against the 14th-ranked Loon-Plage with a score of 80-76 in the French Nationale Masculine 1, which is the third division of French basketball. In the game held on Sunday night, Wright showcased his skills by scoring 9 points and grabbing 4 rebounds in just 19 minutes of play. His impressive performance against Loon-Plage not only helped his team secure the victory but also solidified his position as a champion on the court. Throughout this year, Wright has maintained a solid average of 7.9 points per game, 4.3 rebounds per game, and 1.1 assists per game in the 34 games he has played so far.

   #7. Wesley Saunders, a 6'5'' guard who is 32 years old and a Harvard graduate from 2015, has been making waves in the Venezuelan basketball scene as a pro player. His impressive skills were on full display in a recent game where he helped lead his team, Marinos, to a victory against Centauros with a score of 82-67 in the Venezuelan Superliga Profesional de Baloncesto. In this game, Saunders showcased his talent by scoring 18 points, grabbing 4 rebounds, and providing 1 assist in 32 minutes of play. His stellar performance was instrumental in securing the win for his team, solidifying his status as a true champion. Throughout the season, Saunders has consistently performed at a high level, averaging 16.0 points, 3.0 rebounds, 1.3 assists, and 1.8 steals per game over four games. His individual success has undoubtedly contributed to Marinos' overall success in the league, further establishing him as a standout finalist in the Venezuelan basketball scene.

Other former Harvard University players, who play in pro basketball:

Noah Kirkwood (6'7''-F-1999, played in 2018-22) plays for WKS Slask Wroclaw in Polish OBL
Balsa Dragovic (6'10''-F-1996, played in 2015-19) plays for Sloga KR in Serbian KLS
Robert Baker (6'10''-F-1998, played in 2016-20) plays for New Zealand Breakers in Australian NBL
Mason Forbes (6'9''-F-1999, played in 2018-22) played for Waverley Falcons in Australian NBL One few monts ago
Corey Johnson (6'5''-SG-1996, played in 2015-19) plays for Yorkshire Dragons in British BCB
Danilo Djuricic (6'9''-F-1999, played in 2017-21) plays for Brampton Honey Badgers in CEBL
Jeremy Lin (6'3''-PG-1988, played in 2006-10) played for New Taipei Kings in Taiwanese TPBL last year

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