EuroBasket Pro Blue Devils Weekly Update

- May 12, 2026

POSTED BY: Eurobasket News

EuroBasket Pro Blue Devils Weekly Update

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

   #1. Experienced champion Javier Mojica, a 6'3'' shooting guard who is 41 years old and graduated from CCSU in 2007, received the NEC Tournament MVP award in the same year. Currently playing professionally in Puerto Rico, he recently led the Vaqueros de Bayamon to a thrilling 82-80 victory over the sixth-ranked Cangrejeros in the Puerto Rican Baloncesto Superior Nacional. In this game, Mojica showcased his skills by scoring 13 points and delivering 5 assists in 31 minutes of play. With Mojica's remarkable performance, Vaqueros de Bayamon, with a record of 12-8, currently holds the top spot in Group B. In another game against Santurce, Mojica once again proved himself as a finalist by contributing 13 points, 3 rebounds, and 5 assists to secure another victory for his team. Throughout the season, Mojica has maintained solid stats with an average of 11.2 points, 2.5 rebounds, and 2.5 assists per game in the 20 games he has played so far. Noteworthy is the fact that Mojica holds dual American and Puerto Rican citizenship, allowing him to compete in Puerto Rico as a domestic player. His consistent contributions and leadership on the court highlight his role as a champion in the league.

   #2. Jordan Jones, a 6'0'' point guard and Blue Devils alum from 2025, who received the All-NEC Player of the Year award that year, is currently playing professionally in Slovakia. Recently, in a game where his team, the Blue Wings (25-11), faced off against the lower-ranked Slovan (#3), Jones showcased his skills. Despite his outstanding performance as the top scorer with 20 points, along with 5 assists and 4 steals in 36 minutes, the Blue Wings unfortunately suffered a 62-77 loss on the road. This game highlighted Jones' talent and versatility, especially considering it is his debut season in professional basketball. Despite the defeat, Jones has been a standout player for the Blue Wings, contributing significantly to the team's success. This loss marked the first for the Blue Wings after a string of four consecutive victories. Throughout the season, Jones has consistently delivered impressive performances, averaging 17.8 points, 3.7 rebounds, 4.0 assists, and 1.8 steals per game, ranking him as the fourth-best steal performer in the league. His individual success and remarkable stats reflect his impact on the team despite the challenges faced in the recent game against Slovan.

   #3. Nigel Scantlebury, a 6'0'' point guard who is 26 years old and a graduate of CCSU in 2023, currently plays professionally in Slovenia. In the recent game, despite his strong performance, he was unable to help his team, Zlatorog, secure a victory. Zlatorog suffered a 76-89 loss at home to the underdog, Cedevita Olimpija Ljubljana, who ranked 11th in the league. Scantlebury showcased his skills by contributing 12 points and 9 assists in 34 minutes of play, making him the second-highest scorer for the team. This game marked Zlatorog's third consecutive defeat in a disappointing streak. Throughout the season, Scantlebury has been a standout player with impressive statistics. He boasts an average of 17.8 points per game, ranking as the second-best scorer in the league. Additionally, he averages 2.7 rebounds, 6.0 assists (third best in the league), and 1.9 steals per game (second best in the league) across 28 games. Despite his individual success, Scantlebury's team has struggled to secure victories in their recent matches.

   #4. Kenneth Horton, a 36-year-old forward standing at 6'7'' and an alumnus of the Blue Devils from 2012, is currently playing professionally in Argentina. He recently played a key role in Gimnasia's triumph over the ninth-ranked Independiente de Oliva with a final score of 77-72 in the Argentinian La Liga during a game on Sunday night. Despite only playing for 11 minutes, Horton managed to contribute 6 points to the team's victory. Gimnasia y Esgrima Comodoro Rivadavia, with a record of 24-12, currently holds the second position in the league standings. This season marks Horton's debut with the team, and his performance against Independiente de Oliva solidified his position as the champion of the game. With an average of 5.8 points per game and 2.5 rebounds per game across 23 games this season, Horton continues to demonstrate his skills on the court as a finalist.

   #5. Jayden Brown, a former 6'8''-F/C player who graduated from CCSU in 2025 and helped them secure the NEC Regular Season Champion title that year, is currently playing professionally in Australia. In a recent game for Bellarine Storm, despite Brown's solid performance, scoring 12 points, grabbing 6 rebounds, and blocking 2 shots in 31 minutes, his team suffered a tough 96-75 loss to the second-ranked Jets in Sunbury. Even though the team faced a setback, it is important to note that the season is still in its early stages, leaving room for improvement and potential turnarounds. Against the Jets, Brown showcased his skills by contributing 12 points, 6 rebounds, and 1 assist, displaying his value on the court. Individually, Brown is having an exceptional year with impressive statistics, averaging 16.3 points, 9.5 rebounds, 2.0 assists, and 1.2 blocks per game over six games. With such strong performances, Brown continues to demonstrate why he is a standout player in the league, aiming to lead his team to success as they progress through the season.

   #6. French Allan Jeanne-Rose, a 6'7'' forward who is 26 years old and an alum of the Blue Devils from 2024, played a crucial role in helping his team clinch the NEC Regular Season Co-Champion title that year. Currently playing professionally in France, Jeanne-Rose recently faced a tough match where his team Gries-Souffel, with a record of 19-18, suffered a defeat against Vendee, who is ranked last in the league (#20), with a final score of 84-91 in favor of Vendee. Even though Jeanne-Rose displayed a strong performance by scoring 10 points, grabbing 9 rebounds, and providing 2 assists during the game that lasted 25 minutes, Gries-Souffel was unable to secure the win against the underdog Vendee. Despite his individual efforts, the team fell short of victory in that particular match. Throughout the current season, Jeanne-Rose has been maintaining an average of 9.9 points, 5.7 rebounds, and 2.1 assists per game across 37 games, showcasing his consistent contribution to the team's performance.

Other former Central Connecticut State University players, who play in pro basketball:

Matias Rissanen (6'7''-F-2003, played in 2023-24) plays for Honka in Finnish Korisliiga
Kyle Vinales (6'2''-SG-1992, played in 2011-14) plays for Sichuan Blue Whales in Chinese CBA
Wassef Methnani (6'9''-F-1998, played in 2020-21) played for JS Kairouan in Tunisian ProA few monts ago
Ian Krishnan (6'2''-G, played in 2018-22) plays for Cair 2030 in North Macedonian Super League
Christopher Williams (6'6''-G/F-1998, played in 2016-19) played for Bravehearts in Malawian D1 last year
Jamir Coleman (6'7''-F-1997, played in 2018-20) plays for Al Jubaiha in Jordanian Premier League
Tyler Rowe (5'9''-PG-1996) played for New England Kraken in the TBL last year

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