EuroBasket Pro Rams Weekly Update

- May 18, 2026
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EuroBasket Pro Rams Weekly Update


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



   #1. German champion Christian Sengfelder, a 6'8'' power forward aged 31, graduated from Boise St. in 2018 after playing for Fordham between 2014 and 2017. During his time at Fordham, he received the Atlantic 10 All-Academic Team award. Sengfelder currently plays professionally in Germany and recently played for Ratiopharm Ulm (19-15) in their match last Saturday against Bamberg (#3), where Ulm suffered an 80-74 defeat on the road. Despite Ulm's loss, Sengfelder showcased his skills by leading his team in scoring with 13 points in just 20 minutes of play. This season marks Sengfelder's first with the team, and he has been a consistent performer, averaging 10.7 points and 4.1 rebounds per game. In the recent game against Bamberg, Sengfelder displayed an impressive performance, contributing 13 points and grabbing 3 rebounds. Although he put in a commendable effort, his team ultimately fell short in securing the victory.

   #2. Khalid Moore, a 25-year-old 6'7'' forward and Rams alumni from 2023, who received the All-Atlantic 10 Third Team award that year, currently showcases his talents playing professionally in Greece. In a recent game last Sunday, Moore, despite his notable performance, was unable to lead Mykonos to victory as they were defeated 90-76 at home by the second-ranked Panathinaikos. Even though Mykonos struggled, Moore stood out as the team's second-best scorer, contributing 13 points, 6 rebounds, and 3 assists in just 26 minutes of play. In the face-off against Panathinaikos, Moore displayed an impressive performance, showcasing his versatility by scoring 13 points, securing 6 rebounds, and distributing 3 assists. Despite his impactful contributions, Mykonos ultimately fell short and suffered a defeat. Throughout the season, Moore has been maintaining solid averages of 9.2 points per game, 4.6 rebounds per game (leading the league in this category), and 1.1 assists per game.

   #3. Experienced champion Javontae Hawkins, a 6'5'' forward/guard aged 32 who graduated from Fordham in 2017 and currently plays professionally in Serbia, played a pivotal role in Spartak's recent triumph over the bottom-ranked Borac CA with a score of 83-66 in the Serbian Meridianbet Kosarkaska lige Srbije on Friday night. In just 18 minutes of play, Hawkins showcased his skills by contributing 12 points, marking his debut game for Spartak this season. Despite his team's current position as 19th in the Joined in Play-Off group standings, Hawkins has made a notable impact in his first year with the team. During the game against Borac CA, Hawkins not only scored an impressive total of 12 points but also secured 3 rebounds, playing a vital role in helping Spartak clinch the victory. His exceptional performance on the court was instrumental in his team emerging as the finalist and ultimately lifting the trophy as the champion.

   #4. Matthew Zona, a 6'9'' forward and 24-year-old Rams alumni from 2025, is currently playing professionally in the United Kingdom. In a recent game, Zona, a finalist, unfortunately could not lead Cheshire Phoenix (20-12) to victory against the Lions (26-6) in the British Super League Basketball competition. Despite his efforts, recording 8 points in 15 minutes, Cheshire Phoenix suffered a tough loss of 104-81 to the dominant Lions in London. This season marks Zona's first with the team, and he showed promise in a game against London Lions by contributing 8 points and 2 rebounds. However, the team was unable to secure a win. Zona, a champion, has been averaging 6.5 points per game and 3.1 rebounds per game this season, showcasing his skills on the court. It's worth noting that Zona is a naturalized Irish player, bringing his talent and dedication to the professional basketball scene in the United Kingdom.

   #5. Kyle Rose, a 6'4'' shooting guard who is 26 years old and graduated from Fordham in 2024, is currently playing professionally in Puerto Rico. Recently, he proved to be a crucial asset for Atleticos de San German as they secured a convincing 108-87 victory over the fifth-ranked Osos (7-12) in the Puerto Rican Baloncesto Superior Nacional. Despite playing for only 20 minutes, Rose managed to contribute significantly by scoring 5 points, grabbing 5 rebounds, and dishing out 4 assists. Atleticos de San German, leading Group A with a record of 14-6, has been on an impressive winning streak, with this latest triumph marking their fourth consecutive victory. Rose's performance against Manati highlighted his capabilities as a champion, as he played a key role in securing the win for his team. Throughout the season, Rose has been maintaining an average of 4.9 points per game and 2.2 rebounds per game, showcasing his consistency and value to his team.

   #6. Nigerian basketball player Chuba Ohams, a 6'9'' forward aged 28 and an alumnus of Rams from 2022, currently plays professionally in Mexico. Despite his impressive performance, Ohams was unable to lead Angeles de Ciudad de Mexico to victory in their recent game against Pioneros, which they lost 108-103. Ohams showcased his skills by achieving a double-double with 19 points and 11 rebounds, along with 3 assists, 4 blocks, and 4 steals in a 43-minute game. In the match against Los Mochis, Ohams displayed exceptional talent with 19 points, 11 rebounds, and 3 assists. Despite his remarkable efforts, Angeles de Ciudad de Mexico fell short of securing a win. Ohams' outstanding performance earned him the Triple-Double Badge from eurobasket.com, recognizing his prowess as a champion player. Throughout the season, Ohams has maintained solid statistics, averaging 12.8 points per game, 9.8 rebounds per game (leading the league), 1.8 assists per game, and 1.1 steals per game. It's worth noting that Chuba Ohams is a naturalized Nigerian player, showcasing his talent and dedication on the basketball court as a true champion and finalist in his own right.

   #7. New Zealand champion Zach Riley, a 6'5'' guard who is 22 years old and graduated from Fordham in 2025, showcased his skills while playing professionally in New Zealand. In a recent game for Auckland Tuatara, despite his strong performance, he was unable to lead his team to victory against the formidable Sharks last Thursday. Despite Riley's impressive output of 13 points, 3 rebounds, and 3 assists in a total of 38 minutes on the court, Tuatara suffered a significant 111-94 defeat in Southland. Throughout the season, Riley has been a standout player, consistently delivering outstanding performances. He has been averaging an impressive 18.6 points, 6.5 rebounds, 4.4 assists, and 1.5 steals per game, demonstrating his versatility and impact on the court as a key player for Auckland Tuatara.


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

Bryant Dunston (6'8''-C-1986, played in 2004-08) plays for AX Armani Exchange Milano in Italian Serie A
Erten Gazi (6'3''-SG-1997, played in 2017-17) plays for Erokspor in Turkish BSL
Rostyslav Novitskyi (6'9''-PF-2000, played in 2021-23) plays for VEF Riga in Latvian LBL
Josh Colon-Navarro (5'10''-PG, played in 2019-22) played for Capitanes de Arecibo in Puerto Rican BSN few monts ago
Christopher Gaston (6'7''-PF-1989, played in 2009-13) plays for Gigantes de Carolina in Puerto Rican BSN
Chris Austin (6'4''-G-2000, played in 2018-22) plays for Mornar in Montenegrin Erste Liga
Jackie Johnson III (5'11''-PG-2002, played in 2024-25) plays for Rigas Zelli in Latvian LBL
Louis Lesmond (6'6''-G-2002, played in 2025-26) plays for Hyeres-Toulon in French ProB
Darius Quisenberry (6'1''-PG-1999, played in 2024-24) plays for Beroe in Bulgarian NBL
David Pekarek (6'8''-F-1996, played in 2015-19) plays for J.Hradec in Czech Republic 1Liga
Antrell Charlton (6'5''-G-1999, played in 2021-24) played for Salgotarjani in Hungarian B Red last year
Williams Tavares (6'6''-G-1995, played in 2016-18) played for Ylli in Kosovan Superliga last year
Zaire Thompson (5'11''-PG-1995, played in 2011-15) plays for Soeflingen in German Regionalliga
Sinan Saglam (6'6''-SF-1998, played in 2014-18) played for iLab in Turkish TBL last year
Abdourachid Tetchueng (6'9''-F-2000, played in 2021-25) plays for Palma BM in Spanish Primera FEB
Branden Frazier (6'3''-G-1992, played in 2010-14) plays for Marinos in Venezuelan SPB

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


Christian Sengfelder
(Germany)
(Photo: @JDADIJONBAS)
Khalid Moore
(Greece)
(Photo: @kaelavrio)
Javontae Hawkins
(Serbia)
(Photo: @javontae.ha)

 Eetu Heinonen (ex Gran Canaria) is a newcomer at Davidson
 Elmir Dzafic will continue his college career at UConn
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 Milan Momcilovic will continue his college career at Kentucky
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