EuroBasket Pro Broncos Weekly Update

- May 14, 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. Derrick Alston Jr., a 6'9'' forward who graduated from Boise State in 2021 and received the All-MWC First Team award that same year, is currently playing professionally in Italy. In a recent game, he led Virtus Segafredo Bologna to a convincing 104-85 victory over the seventh-ranked Openjobmetis Varese. Alston Jr. was named the MVP of the game after contributing 19 points and 4 rebounds in just 23 minutes of play. Virtus Segafredo Bologna, with a record of 23-5, sits at the top of the Italian Serie A league standings following their fifth consecutive win. With only three games remaining in the Regular Season, each upcoming match will be crucial for the team. This season marks Alston Jr.'s debut with Virtus Segafredo Bologna, and his impact on the court has been significant. His stellar performance against Varese highlights his importance to the team, as his scoring ability and rebounding skills were instrumental in securing the victory. With an average of 12.6 points, 2.6 rebounds, and 1.2 assists per game in the 27 games he has played thus far, Alston Jr. has been a key player for his team throughout the season.

   #2. In an exciting match on Sunday night, the experienced Liberian player Thomas Bropleh, standing at 6'5'' and 34 years old, and a former Broncos alumnus from 2014, showcased his talent by leading Oradea to a thrilling victory over Dinamo Bucuresti in the Romanian Liga Nationala Baschet de Masculin. Bropleh's impressive performance earned him the title of MVP of the game, as he scored a remarkable 26 points and secured 4 rebounds in just 29 minutes of play. This match was highly anticipated as it featured two closely-ranked teams in the league's top 4. Bropleh's team, CSM CSU Oradea, currently holds the top spot in the league with a record of 23-5. The victory over Dinamo Bucuresti marked Oradea's third consecutive win, showcasing their strength and determination in the competition. With his stellar performance, Bropleh solidified his status as a champion in the game, leading his team to success with his skills on the court. His overall statistics for the season have been impressive, averaging 14.3 points, 4.5 rebounds, and 2.1 assists per game in the 32 games he has played so far. It is worth noting that Bropleh is a naturalized American player, bringing his talent and experience to the Romanian league.

   #3. Experienced champion Derrick Marks, a 6'3'' guard who is 32 years old and graduated from Boise State in 2015, currently plays professionally in Romania. In a recent game, he faced finalist Thomas Bropleh in the Romanian Liga Nationala Baschet de Masculin. Despite his best efforts, Marks could not lead Dinamo Bucuresti (20-8) to victory in their last game. The team suffered a close 89-93 defeat on the road against the league-leading Oradea. Marks stood out as the top scorer, contributing 30 points, 7 rebounds, and 3 assists in 37 minutes of play. Although Marks delivered an impressive performance against Oradea, his individual brilliance was not enough to secure the win for Dinamo Bucuresti. Throughout the season, Marks has maintained solid statistics, averaging 12.2 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 2.9 assists per game in 35 appearances.

   #4. German Christian Sengfelder, a 6'8'' power forward and 31-year-old Broncos alumnus from 2018, received the CoSIDA NCAA Division I Academic All-District 7 First Team award that year. He currently plays professionally in Germany and recently led Ratiopharm Ulm to a decisive victory against the 15th-ranked Skyliners with a dominating score of 103-64 in the German easyCredit BBL during Sunday night's game. Despite playing only 11 minutes, Sengfelder managed to contribute significantly, scoring 11 points and providing 3 assists. Ratiopharm Ulm, now placed sixth in the league with a record of 19-15, has already completed the Regular Season. Sengfelder's standout performance against Frankfurt showcased his skills on the court, as he scored 11 points, grabbed 2 rebounds, and distributed 3 assists to help secure the win. His impact as a player was pivotal in guiding his team to success, demonstrating the qualities of a true champion. Sengfelder has maintained solid statistics this year, averaging 10.6 points and 4.2 rebounds per game across 33 games.

   #5. James Webb III, a 6'9'' power forward who graduated from Boise State in 2016 and received the USBWA All-District VIII Team award that year, is currently playing professionally in Spain. In a recent game, he played a crucial role in leading Unicaja Malaga to a significant victory over the league leader Tenerife with a score of 85-80 in the Basketball Champions League. Webb III contributed 5 points and 5 rebounds in just 20 minutes of play, showcasing his skills and making a notable impact on the game. The match between Unicaja Malaga and Tenerife was a highly anticipated clash between two top 4 ranked teams, with Unicaja Malaga currently holding the top spot in the league with a 4-2 record. Webb III's performance in this game highlighted his capabilities as a true champion on the court, helping his team secure a crucial win. Throughout the season, Webb III has maintained solid averages of 6.9 points, 4.9 rebounds, and 1.1 assists per game in 16 appearances, further solidifying his position as a key player for Unicaja Malaga.

   #6. Justinian Jessup, a 27-year-old guard standing at 6'7'' and an alum of the Broncos class of 2020, currently plays professionally in Germany. Recently, he played a pivotal role in FC Bayern Muenchen Basketball's triumph over EnBW Ludwigsburg, with a final score of 86-78 in the German easyCredit BBL. Despite only scoring 4 points, grabbing 4 rebounds, and providing 3 assists in 24 minutes of play, Jessup's impact on the game was undeniable. His modest statistics in the game against Ludwigsburg belie his significance in the team's victory, underscoring his value as a key player. Throughout the season, Jessup has maintained solid averages of 10.9 points, 2.5 rebounds, and 1.7 assists per game across 33 appearances. His consistent performance and contributions on the court have further solidified his reputation as a champion player.

   #7. Serbian basketball player Mladen Armus, standing at 6'10'' and 29 years old, who graduated from Boise State in 2022 after helping them to win the MWC Regular Season Champion title that year, currently plays professionally in Spain. Recently, he played a key role in Zunder Palencia's impressive victory against the 12th-ranked Cantabria, dominating the game with a final score of 100-70 in the Spanish Primera FEB (second division) on a Friday night. During the game, Armus contributed significantly, scoring one crucial point and pulling down 6 rebounds in just 12 minutes of play. His performance, especially the crucial point he scored along with his rebounding prowess, was pivotal in securing the victory for his team, ultimately leading them to be crowned the champion of the game. Throughout the current season, Armus has maintained an average of 5.3 points per game and 5.9 rebounds per game across 32 games, showcasing his consistent contribution to the team's success on the court.

   #8. Max Rice, a 6'5'' forward and Broncos alumni from the class of 2024, has been making waves in the Australian basketball scene. Recently, he led the East Perth Eagles to a resounding victory over the second-ranked Suns, dominating the game with a final score of 104-79 in the Australian NBL One, which is the second division of Australian basketball. In this game, he showcased his skills by scoring 12 points, grabbing 6 rebounds, and dishing out 5 assists in just 27 minutes of play. Furthermore, his outstanding performance continued in another game against Kalamunda ES, where he once again scored 12 points, secured 6 rebounds, and contributed 5 assists, ultimately helping his team secure another victory. His consistent contributions on the court have been instrumental in his team's success, solidifying his reputation as a true champion. Throughout the season, Max Rice has maintained impressive statistics, averaging 12.3 points, 3.5 rebounds, 3.9 assists, and 1.1 steals per game across eight games. His remarkable all-around game and leadership qualities exemplify his status as a standout player in the league, positioning him as a formidable force to be reckoned with.

   #9. South Sudanese player Emmanuel Akot, standing at 6'8'' and 27 years old, completed his studies at WKU in 2023. He previously played for Boise St. from 2019 to 2022, where he notably helped them secure the MWC Regular Season Champion title during his time there. Akot now competes professionally in Canada. In a recent game for the Winnipeg Sea Bears in the Canadian Elite Basketball League, Akot made a significant impact in their 77-75 victory over the Stingers. He showcased his versatility on the court by contributing 7 points, 10 rebounds, 5 assists, and 3 steals in 35 minutes of play. This performance marked his debut for the Winnipeg Sea Bears this season. Akot continued to shine in the game against Edmonton, where he played a crucial role by scoring 7 points, grabbing 10 rebounds, and dishing out 5 assists to help his team secure another win. His exceptional display earned him the title of the game's champion. It is also noteworthy that Akot holds dual American and South Sudanese citizenship, allowing him the opportunity to play as a domestic player in South Sudan.

   #10. Canadian Abu Kigab, a 6'7'' forward who is 27 years old and an alumnus of the Broncos from 2022, currently plays professionally in Jordan. Despite his outstanding performance as the All-MWC All-Tournament MVP in 2022, he was unable to lead Al Faisaly to victory against Amman United. In a recent game, Kigab managed to score 7 points in just 12 minutes of play, showcasing his talent on the court. However, his team ultimately suffered a 102-116 defeat to Amman United. Despite the loss, Kigab demonstrated his skills against tough competition, contributing 7 points and securing 1 rebound during the game. Throughout the season, Kigab has maintained solid averages of 15.0 points per game and 4.5 rebounds per game across four games, highlighting his consistent performance and value to his team.

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

Alvaro Cardenas (6'1''-PG-2002, played in 2024-25) plays for Peristeri in Greek GBL
Lukas Milner (6'10''-C-2000, played in 2020-23) plays for Tigers Tuebingen in German ProA
Tyson Degenhart (6'8''-F-2002, played in 2021-25) plays for Raptors 905 Mississauga in the NBA G League
Chandler Hutchison (6'7''-SG-1996, played in 2014-18) played for Cleveland Charge in the NBA G League few monts ago
Naje Smith (6'8''-F-2000, played in 2020-23) plays for Prievidza in Slovakian Tipos SBL
Marcus Shaver Jr. (6'2''-G-1998, played in 2019-23) plays for Miasto Szkla Krosno in Polish OBL
Igor Hadziomerovic (6'4''-G-1992, played in 2011-15) plays for Knox Raiders in Australian NBL One
Chase Berry (6'6''-F-1998, played in 2023-23) played for Al Khewaildia in Saudi Arabian SBL last year
Cameron Martin (6'9''-F-1998, played in 2023-24) plays for Wisconsin Herd in the NBA G League
Anthony Drmic (6'6''-G/F-1992, played in 2012-16) plays for Hobart Chargers in Australian NBL One
O'Mar Stanley (6'8''-F, played in 2023-25) plays for Motor City Cruise in the NBA G League
Ryan Watkins (6'9''-C/F-1991, played in 2010-14) plays for HK Eastern in Hong Kong D1
Dominic Parolin (6'9''-F, played in 2024-26) plays for Vancouver Bandits in CEBL

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