EuroBasket Pro Demon Deacons Weekly Update

- May 12, 2026

POSTED BY: Eurobasket News

EuroBasket Pro Demon Deacons Weekly Update

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

   #1. French champion Jaylen Hoard, a 6'9'' power forward who graduated from Wake Forest in 2019 and now plays professionally in Israel, showcased his skills by leading Maccabi Playtika Tel-Aviv to a decisive 81-69 victory over the eighth-ranked Hapoel Beer Sheva in the Israeli Winner League. Hoard, who was named the MVP of the game, demonstrated his versatility by contributing 16 points and 3 assists in just 21 minutes on the court. Currently, Maccabi Playtika Tel-Aviv holds the top spot in the league with an impressive record of 21 wins and only 1 loss. Their recent win marked the team's 16th consecutive victory, highlighting their dominance in the league. With only four games remaining in the Regular Season, every match is crucial as they aim to maintain their winning streak and secure a strong position for the playoffs. Hoard's outstanding performance against Hapoel Be'er Sheva not only showcased his scoring ability but also his playmaking skills and defensive presence, as he grabbed 3 rebounds and dished out 3 assists. His impactful contributions were instrumental in guiding his team to success, ultimately leading them to claim the title of champion of the game. Throughout the season, Hoard has maintained solid statistics, averaging 10.3 points, 6.5 rebounds, and 1.9 assists per game. As a naturalized French player, he continues to impress with his talent and leadership on the court, making him a key asset for Maccabi Playtika Tel-Aviv in their pursuit of further victories and success in the league.

   #2. Brandon Childress, a 28-year-old 6'0'' guard and former Demon Deacons alumni from 2020, currently plays professionally in Turkey. Despite his All-ACC Honorable Mention award in his final year at college, Childress couldn't lead Bursaspor Basketbol (10-20) to a win in their recent game against Pinar Karsiyaka, where they were narrowly defeated 84-82 on the road by the lower-ranked team (#14). Childress showcased his skills by scoring 14 points, grabbing 5 rebounds, and providing 7 assists in just 25 minutes of play. Even though the Regular Season has already concluded, Childress continues to impress with his overall performance this season. He is averaging 14.9 points per game, 2.6 rebounds per game, and 6.8 assists per game (ranking third best in the league), along with 1.8 steals per game (also ranking third best in the league). In the recent game against Karsiyaka, Childress displayed his talent on the court, but unfortunately, his individual efforts were not enough to secure a victory for his team.

   #3. Chaundee Brown Jr., a 6'5'' guard who is 27 years old and graduated from Michigan in 2021 but previously played for Wake Forest from 2017 to 2020, showcased his talent by leading the London Lions to a convincing 89-70 victory over the fifth-ranked Leicester Riders in the British Super League Basketball on Thursday night. Brown Jr. contributed significantly to the win, recording 16 points, 6 rebounds, and 2 blocks in 30 minutes of play. His stellar performance was crucial in propelling his team to triumph and securing their place at the top of the league standings as the champions of the match. With impressive season averages of 12.2 points per game, 3.7 rebounds, and 1.2 assists, Brown Jr. continues to be a key player for the London Lions as they aim for further success in the league.

   #4. Experienced champion C.J. Harris, a 6'3'' shooting guard who is 35 years old and an alumnus of Demon Deacons from the class of 2013, currently plays professionally in Greece. Despite his remarkable All-ACC Honorable Mention award during his college years, he was unable to lead Peristeri (14-10) to victory against PAOK (17-7) in the Greek Stoiximan Basketball League. In the recent game, Harris played for 17 minutes and managed to score 9 points. Despite his individual contribution of 9 points and 3 rebounds against the strong opponent PAOK, his team Peristeri suffered a 77-72 defeat at their home court against the higher-ranked PAOK (#3). This season, the finalist C.J. Harris has been maintaining relatively good statistics with an average of 10.2 points, 1.8 rebounds, and 1.9 assists per game. His performance continues to showcase his skills and experience in the competitive basketball league in Greece.

   #5. In a recent match in the Polish Orlen Basket Liga, Isaiah Mucius, a 6'8'' forward and 27-year-old Wake Forest graduate playing professionally in Poland, made a significant impact in his team's convincing 94-79 victory over the closely-ranked Trefl. Mucius, a finalist, showcased his skills by scoring 8 points, blocking 2 shots, and contributing a total of 3 rebounds and 1 assist in 23 minutes of play. Anwil Wloclawek, currently placed seventh in the league with a record of 17-13, has concluded the Regular Season. Throughout the season, the champion has been a key player for his team, averaging 9.9 points per game and 4.2 rebounds per game. In a crucial game against Trefl, the champion's performance was instrumental in securing the win, highlighting his versatility and leadership on the court.

   #6. Bryant Crawford, a 6'3'' point guard and 29-year-old alum of the Demon Deacons from 2018, currently plays professionally in Germany. Despite his remarkable performance, he could not assist Basketball Loewen Braunschweig (10-23) in their recent game last Friday. The team suffered a 93-84 defeat in Oldenburg against the higher-ranked EWE Baskets (#11). Crawford, who received an All-ACC Honorable Mention award in 2018, managed to score 12 points and provide 5 assists in just 18 minutes of play. In the game against Oldenburg, Crawford showcased his skills by contributing 12 points, 3 rebounds, and 5 assists. However, despite his commendable efforts, Braunschweig ended up on the losing side. Throughout the season, Crawford has maintained relatively good statistics, averaging 14.3 points, 1.8 rebounds, 4.4 assists, and 1.3 steals per game.

   #7. Alondes Williams, a 6'5'' guard who is 26 years old and a graduate of Wake Forest in 2022, currently plays professional basketball in China. In a recent game, he played a crucial role in the Shougang Beijing Ducks' victory over the closely-ranked Guandong Tigers with a score of 102-94 in the Chinese Basketball Association. In just 13 minutes of play, Williams made a significant impact by scoring 10 points and providing 5 assists against the Guangdong ST team. His performance on the court was exceptional, showcasing his skills and talent as a champion. This victory not only highlighted his abilities but also contributed to the team's success. Throughout the season, Williams has been maintaining an average of 9.7 points, 2.0 rebounds, and 3.7 assists per game, further solidifying his position as a finalist in the league.

   #8. Cornelius Hudson, a 6'7'' shooting guard and 32-year-old alum of the Demon Deacons (class of 2016), currently playing professionally in Portugal, showcased his skills and determination on Sunday night. Leading FC Porto to a convincing victory against the closely-ranked Imortal, he played a pivotal role in the game. Hudson's impressive performance included scoring 11 points, grabbing 9 rebounds, and providing 2 assists in just 23 minutes of play. These contributions were instrumental in securing the win for his team, highlighting his abilities as a champion on the court. Throughout the season, Hudson has maintained solid statistics, averaging 15.0 points, 6.5 rebounds, 2.0 assists, and 1.5 steals per game, further solidifying his status as a standout finalist in the league.

   #9. Efton Reid III, a 7'0'' center who graduated from Wake Forest in 2025 and now plays professionally in Poland, recently played for Tasomix Rosiek Stal Ostrow Wielkopolski against MKS DG. Despite his notable performance of scoring 8 points and grabbing 7 rebounds in just 20 minutes of play, his team was unable to secure a victory, ultimately losing 94-86. Reid III has been showcasing his skills this season with an average of 3.6 points per game and 4.8 rebounds per game. His contribution on the court has been commendable, but he fell short in helping his team emerge victorious as they faced MKS DG in the recent match.

   #10. British champion Cameron Hildreth, a 6'4'' guard who is 23 years old and an alumnus of Demon Deacons from 2025, received the All-ACC Honorable Mention award that year. Currently playing professionally in Spain, Hildreth recently played for Basquet Girona in a match against UCAM, where he scored 8 points in just 14 minutes of gameplay. Despite his contribution, his team was unable to secure a victory, with the final score ending in a defeat of 86-75. In another game against Murcia, Hildreth showcased a commendable performance by scoring 8 points and securing 1 rebound. However, his team faced another loss despite his notable efforts. Throughout the season, Hildreth has maintained an average of 5.8 points per game and 2.2 rebounds per game.

Other former Wake Forest University players, who play in pro basketball:

Kostas Mitoglou (6'11''-F/C-1996, played in 2014-18) plays for Panathinaikos in Greek GBL
Codi Miller-McIntyre (6'3''-PG-1994, played in 2012-16) plays for Crvena zvezda in Serbian KLS
Olivier Sarr (6'11''-C-1999, played in 2017-20) plays for Cleveland Cavaliers in the NBA
Bo Klintman (6'9''-F/C-2003, played in 2022-24) plays for Detroit Pistons in the NBA
Jake LaRavia (6'9''-G/F-2001, played in 2021-22) plays for Los Angeles Lakers in the NBA
Chris Paul (6'0''-PG-1985, played in 2003-05) plays for Toronto Raptors in the NBA
James Johnson (6'7''-F-1987, played in 2007-09) played for Indiana Pacers in the NBA few monts ago
John Collins (6'9''-PF-1997, played in 2015-17) plays for Los Angeles Clippers in the NBA
Tyree Appleby (6'1''-PG-1998, played in 2023-23) plays for Mykonos in Greek GBL
Ian DuBose (6'4''-G-1999, played in 2020-21) plays for Bakken Bears in Danish BasketLigaen
Terrence Thompson (6'8''-PF -1994, played in 2017-18) plays for Venados de Mazatlan in Mexican CIBACOPA
Khadim Sy (6'10''-F-1997, played in 2021-22) plays for Sichuan Blue Whales in Chinese CBA
Jonah Antonio (6'5''-SG-1997, played in 2020-21) plays for East Perth Eagles in Australian NBL One
Daivien Williamson (6'1''-G-2000, played in 2023-24) plays for SBB Baskets Wolmirstedt in German ProA
Damari Monsanto (6'6''-G-2000, played in 2021-24) plays for Capital City Go-Go in the NBA G League
Hunter Sallis (6'5''-G-2003, played in 2023-25) plays for San Diego Clippers in the NBA G League
Jeff Teague (6'2''-PG-1988, played in 2007-09) played for LA Riot in the Big3 last year

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