EuroBasket Pro Flyers Weekly Update

- May 14, 2026
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EuroBasket Pro Flyers Weekly Update


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Every week we bring you a list of the top former Flyers players who continue their career in pro basketball.



   #1. In the recent game, Darrell Davis, a 6'5'' shooting guard who is 30 years old and graduated from Dayton in 2018, unfortunately could not lead Cherno More (22-8) to victory against Balkan, as his team suffered a close 80-78 defeat on the road. Despite his stellar performance, where he emerged as the top scorer with 22 points, secured 6 rebounds, and provided 7 assists in 31 minutes of play, Cherno More was unable to secure the win. Davis showcased his skills against Balkan by contributing significantly on both ends of the court, scoring 22 points, grabbing 6 rebounds, and distributing 7 assists. His remarkable efforts were not enough to push his team to victory, as they narrowly lost the game. Throughout the current season, Davis has been averaging 8.1 points, 3.2 rebounds, and 3.5 assists per game in the 15 games he has played so far. Despite Cherno More's recent setback, Davis continues to be a key player for the team and a standout performer in the league.

   #2. Experienced Canadian Dyshawn Pierre, a 6'6'' forward aged 32 and an alumnus of the Flyers from 2016, is currently playing professionally in Russia. Recently, he showcased his skills by leading his Russian team UNICS to a thrilling 107-104 victory over the closely-ranked Zenit in a VTB United League game. This victory was crucial as it pitted two top 4 ranked teams against each other, with UNICS Kazan (33-7) currently holding the second position in the league standings. In this intense matchup, Pierre stood out as the MVP of the game, scoring an impressive 27 points and providing 3 assists during his 39 minutes on the court. His stellar performance was pivotal in securing the victory for his team and solidifying his reputation as a champion. This exceptional display of skill and leadership further cements Pierre's value as a key player for his team. Throughout the season, Pierre has maintained strong statistics, averaging 11.0 points, 5.0 rebounds, and 2.1 assists per game across 25 appearances. His consistent contributions on both ends of the court have been instrumental in UNICS' success, positioning him as a standout player in the league. With his remarkable performance against Zenit, Pierre has once again proven himself as a finalist to watch in the VTB United League.

   #3. Ibrahim Watson-Boye, a 6'5'' guard/forward who graduated from Dayton in 2021, is currently playing professionally in Germany. Recently, he showcased his skills by leading Bamberg Baskets to a decisive 102-83 victory over the closely-ranked Telekom Baskets in the German easyCredit BBL. In this thrilling game between two top 4 ranked teams, Watson-Boye shone as the MVP, contributing 17 points and 3 assists in just 18 minutes of play. This impressive performance was part of his team's seventh consecutive victory in the league, where Bamberg Baskets holds the third position with a record of 24-10. Even though the Regular Season has concluded, Watson-Boye continues to excel on the court. In a recent game against Bonn, he scored 17 points, grabbed 2 rebounds, and dished out 3 assists, playing a pivotal role in securing another victory for his team. His exceptional display of talent and leadership solidified his status as a champion in the league. Throughout the season, Watson-Boye has maintained high statistics, averaging 16.0 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 2.7 assists per game over 33 appearances. His consistent performance and significant contributions have undoubtedly made him a standout player and a key factor in his team's success.

   #4. Ryan Mikesell, a 29-year-old former Flyers alumni from 2020, played a crucial role in helping them secure the Atlantic 10 Regular Season Champion title that year. Currently playing professionally in Germany, Mikesell recently showcased his skills for MLP Academics Heidelberg in their final game. Despite his notable performance, the team unfortunately suffered a loss to the higher-ranked Rasta Vechta, with a final score of 89-103. Mikesell displayed his prowess on the court by being the second-best scorer for his team, contributing 16 points, along with 6 rebounds and 7 assists, all within 35 minutes of playtime. Although the Regular Season has concluded, Mikesell's exceptional performance in the game against Vechta highlighted his talent and versatility as a player. Throughout the season, Mikesell has maintained solid statistics, averaging 13.3 points, 5.5 rebounds, 3.6 assists, and 1.1 steals per game across 20 games. His consistent contributions on both ends of the court have undoubtedly made him a key player for MLP Academics Heidelberg, despite the team's challenges in the league.

   #5. Enoch Cheeks, a 25-year-old guard standing at 6'3'' who graduated from Dayton in 2025, has been making waves in the pro basketball scene in Belgium. Playing for the Windrose Giants Antwerp, Cheeks recently led his team to a significant victory over Spirou Charleroi, the 11th-ranked team in the BNXT League. In this game, which took place on a Saturday night, Cheeks put on a stellar performance and was named the MVP. He contributed 18 points, 7 rebounds, and 2 assists in just 24 minutes of play, showcasing his skills despite it being his rookie season in professional basketball. The win against Charleroi marked Windrose Giants Antwerp's seventh consecutive victory, solidifying their first-place ranking in the league with a record of 29-5. This successful season comes as no surprise considering Cheeks' consistent performance throughout the year, averaging 13.4 points, 6.0 rebounds, 2.3 assists, and 2.2 steals per game, the latter being the fourth best in the league. Cheeks, a naturalized American, has quickly established himself as a key player for his team in his debut year. His exceptional display against Charleroi not only secured the victory for Windrose Giants Antwerp but also earned him the title of the game's champion.

   #6. Jordan Sibert, a 6'4'' guard and 33-year-old former Flyers alumnus from 2015, who received the All-Atlantic 10 First Team award that year, currently plays professionally in Portugal. In a recent game, he played a significant role in Oliveirense's dominant 90-72 victory over the closely-ranked Ovarense in the Portuguese Liga Betclic Masculina. Sibert showcased his skills by scoring 19 points, securing 4 rebounds, and providing 3 assists in just 29 minutes of play. His remarkable performance against Ovarense not only helped his team secure the win but also highlighted his prowess on the court, underscoring his reputation as a true champion. Throughout the season, Sibert has maintained solid statistics, averaging 13.5 points, 2.9 rebounds, 2.3 assists, and 1.4 steals per game in 24 appearances.

   #7. Jalen Crutcher, a 6'2'' guard who graduated from Dayton in 2021 and received the prestigious All-Atlantic 10 First Team award that year, currently showcases his skills playing professionally in Puerto Rico. In a recent game, Crutcher, despite his remarkable performance, was unable to propel the Leones de Ponce to victory against the Santeros. The Ponce team, ranked fifth, narrowly lost 99-97 to the third-ranked Santeros in a closely contested match in Group A. During the game, Crutcher displayed his versatility and talent by recording a double-double with 21 points and 10 assists in 39 minutes of play. Despite his impressive showing, which also included grabbing 3 rebounds, Ponce fell short of securing the win against Aguada. Throughout the season, Crutcher has been consistently delivering strong performances, averaging 16.2 points, 3.1 rebounds, and 6.0 assists per game over the course of 13 games. His contributions on the court have been instrumental in his team's efforts, even though the recent outcome did not go in their favor.

   #8. Greek champion Kostas Antetokounmpo, a 6'10'' center and 27-year-old Flyers alumnus from 2018 currently playing professionally in Greece, unfortunately couldn't lead Aris to victory over AEK. Despite his best efforts, he managed to score only 4 points and pull down 6 rebounds in 19 minutes of play. His team ultimately fell short, with a final score of 81-87. Antetokounmpo showcased a commendable performance against AEK, contributing significantly with 4 points and 6 rebounds. Nevertheless, his team was unable to secure the win. This season, Antetokounmpo has been averaging 6.4 points, 4.7 rebounds, 1.2 assists, and 2.7 blocks per game over 10 games.

   #9. Malachi Smith, a 6'1'' guard who graduated from UConn in 2026 and previously played for Dayton from 2021 to 2025, is currently showcasing his skills as a professional player in Puerto Rico. In a recent game, he played a crucial role in Capitanes de Arecibo's victory against the fourth-ranked Indios with a score of 96-86 in the Puerto Rican Baloncesto Superior Nacional. Smith's performance was remarkable as he contributed 7 points and 5 assists in just 19 minutes of play. Moreover, in another game against Mayaguez, Smith once again stood out by scoring 7 points, grabbing 1 rebound, and providing 5 assists, ultimately leading his team to another victory. This exceptional display of talent solidified his position as the champion of the game. Throughout the current season, Smith has been averaging 3.0 points, 1.8 rebounds, and 2.2 assists per game over six games. His consistent contributions on the court demonstrate his value as a key player for his team.

   #10. Scoochie Smith, a 31-year-old guard standing at 6'3'' and an alumnus of the Flyers from 2017, currently plays professionally in Turkey. In a recent game, he showcased his skills by helping Glint Manisa Basket secure a significant victory against the fifth-ranked Turk Telekom with a score of 83-75 in the Turkish ING Basketbol Super Ligi. Despite scoring only 3 points, Smith made a notable impact with 4 rebounds and 8 assists during his 33 minutes on the court. Smith's exceptional performance against Turk Telekom was pivotal in his team's success, with his 3 points, 4 rebounds, and 8 assists proving instrumental in the triumph that ultimately led them to emerge as the champion. Throughout the season, Smith has maintained solid statistics, averaging 11.6 points, 2.8 rebounds, 6.1 assists, and 1.3 steals per game across 30 appearances.


Other former University of Dayton players, who play in pro basketball:

Chris Johnson (6'6''-SF-1990, played in 2008-12) plays for ES Chalon-Sur-Saone in French Betclic ELITE ProA
Matej Svoboda (6'7''-F-1996, played in 2017-18) plays for Nymburk in Czech Republic NBL
Koby Brea (6'7''-G-2002, played in 2020-24) plays for Phoenix Suns in the NBA
Toumani Camara (6'8''-F-2000, played in 2021-23) plays for Portland Trail Blazers in the NBA
Nathaniel Santos (6'7''-F-2001, played in 2023-25) plays for Minnesota Timberwolves in the NBA
DaRon Holmes II (6'10''-C/F-2002, played in 2021-24) plays for Denver Nuggets in the NBA
Obi Toppin (6'9''-F-1998, played in 2017-17) plays for Indiana Pacers in the NBA
Zed Key (6'8''-F-2002, played in 2024-25) plays for Pardubice in Czech Republic NBL
Alexandre Gavrilovic (6'10''-F/C-1991, played in 2011-14) plays for Onvo Buyukcekmece Basketbol in Turkish BSL
Vincent Sanford (6'4''-G-1990, played in 2009-11) plays for FOS Provence Basket in French NM1
Kobe Elvis (6'1''-G-2001, played in 2021-24) plays for Olomoucko in Czech Republic NBL
Posh Alexander (6'0''-PG-2001, played in 2024-25) plays for Decin in Czech Republic NBL
Devin Oliver (6'8''-PF-1992, played in 2010-14) plays for Saitama Broncos in Japanese B3 League
Adonte Parker (6'1''-PG-1989, played in 2009-12) plays for Soles de Ojinaga in Mexican LBE
John Crosby (6'3''-G-1996, played in 2015-19) played for Al Hilla in Iraqi Superleague few monts ago
Devon Scott (6'9''-F/C-1994, played in 2012-15) plays for U.Corinthians in Brazilian NBB
Robert Lowery (6'2''-PG-1987, played in 2008-10) played for Al-Najma in Bahrain Premier League last year
Jalen Robinson (6'9''-PF-1993, played in 2012-15) plays for Columbus Wizards in the TBL
Josh Cunningham (6'8''-F-1996, played in 2015-19) plays for Tangerang in Indonesian IBL
Kevin Dillard (6'0''-PG-1989, played in 2010-10) played for Team New York in the Eurobasket S.League last year
Jordy Tshimanga (6'11''-C-1996, played in 2018-18) plays for Xac Broncos Ulaanbaatar in Mongolian MBL

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


Darrell Davis
(Bulgaria)
(Photo: @fanclubCher)
Dyshawn Pierre
(Russia)
(Photo: @fbbasketbol)
Ibrahim Watson-Boye
(Germany)
(Photo: @BambergBask)

 Jan Vide will continue his college career at Virginia
 Eetu Heinonen (ex Gran Canaria) is a newcomer at Davidson
Even breaks at basketball games can be hot
 Elmir Dzafic will continue his college career at UConn
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