Top University of North Carolina Wilmington alumni playing currently pro basketball

- June 1, 2026

POSTED BY: Eurobasket News

Top University of North Carolina Wilmington alumni playing currently pro basketball

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Here is the weekly review of the top performing Seahawks alumni, who are currently playing in pro basketball.
Especially interesting is good performance of Mike Okauru (30 points), Devontae Cacok (13 points), and Maleeck Harden-Hayes (21 points).

   #1. Mike Okauru, a 6'3'' shooting guard who graduated from UNCW in 2022, played a crucial role in helping them win the CAA Regular Season Co-Champion title that year. Currently playing professionally in Poland, Okauru recently showcased his talents for AMW Arka Gdynia in a tough game against Zastal, where despite his outstanding performance, his team suffered a 89-96 loss on the road to the lower-ranked opponent. In the game, Okauru stood out as the top scorer with an impressive 30 points and also contributed with 4 rebounds in 32 minutes of play. His skills were on full display as he not only scored effectively but also showcased his versatility with 2 assists. Despite his individual success, the team was unable to secure the victory. Throughout the season, Okauru has maintained solid statistics, averaging 11.6 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 3.1 assists per game in the 38 games he has played so far. His consistent contributions highlight his value as a key player for AMW Arka Gdynia as they strive for success in the league.

   #2. Devontae Cacok, a 6'7'' power forward who is 29 years old and an alumnus of the Seahawks from 2019, is currently playing professionally in Spain. Recently, he led Universidad Catolica de Murcia CB to a convincing 116-95 victory over the 14th-ranked Lleida in a Spanish Liga Endesa game on Friday night. In this game, Cacok showcased his skills by recording 13 points, grabbing 9 rebounds, and dishing out 1 assist in just 21 minutes of play. Universidad Catolica de Murcia CB, with a record of 25-9, currently holds the third position in the league standings. Cacok's stellar performance against Lleida contributed significantly to his team's third consecutive victory. With only two games remaining in the Regular Season, each game becomes increasingly critical for the team's final placement. This season marks Cacok's first with Universidad Catolica de Murcia CB, and he has been demonstrating solid performance throughout, averaging 11.5 points and 5.1 rebounds per game in 32 games played. Notably, Cacok, a naturalized American player, continues to prove why he is a champion with his exceptional contributions on the court.

   #3. Maleeck Harden-Hayes, a 6'7'' guard at 25 years old who graduated from UNCW in 2024 and currently plays professionally in Portugal, showcased his skills in a recent game for Sporting where they faced FC Porto. Despite his stellar performance, Sporting ended up losing 76-86 to FC Porto, who was ranked lower at #3 in the league. Harden-Hayes proved to be a standout player in the match, emerging as the top scorer with 21 points and contributing 3 steals in 36 minutes of play. This remarkable display is particularly notable as he is only in his second season of professional basketball. His performance against FC Porto demonstrated his growing prowess on the court, with his scoring and defensive contributions standing out even in the face of the team's defeat. Throughout the current season, Harden-Hayes has maintained solid averages of 10.0 points per game and 6.0 rebounds per game across 27 games, showcasing his consistency and value to the team. His development and impact in the league are evident, positioning him as a key player for Sporting as they continue their campaign.

   #4. Trazarien White, a former Horned Frogs alumni who played for UNCW from 2021 to 2024, is currently making waves in the Australian basketball scene. In a recent game, White, standing tall at 6'6'' and playing as a forward, showcased his skills by leading the Knox Raiders to a resounding 109-92 victory over the 19th-ranked Miners in the Australian NBL One league, which is the second division of professional basketball in Australia. This impressive performance earned White the well-deserved title of champion in the game, as he was named the MVP after scoring an outstanding 33 points, hauling in 5 rebounds, and dishing out 2 assists in 38 minutes of play. Despite it being White's first season in professional basketball, he has been a standout player, consistently putting up impressive numbers. With an average of 24.6 points per game, which ranks him as the fourth-best scorer in the league, along with 5.9 rebounds, 2.4 assists, and 1.5 steals per game over 14 appearances, White has proven to be a force to be reckoned with on the court. His contributions have been instrumental in the success of the Knox Raiders, who currently hold the third position in the South group standings with a record of 10-4. White's exceptional performance not only highlights his individual skill and talent but also underscores his ability to lead his team to victory, making him a true champion and a standout finalist in the Australian basketball scene.

   #5. C.J. Gettys, a 7'0'' center who is 32 years old, graduated from Rutgers in 2017 but played for UNCW between 2012 and 2016. During his time at UNCW, he was instrumental in helping them secure the CAA Regular Season Champion title in that year. Currently playing professionally in Indonesia, Gettys recently showcased his skills in a game where Kesatria faced off against the higher-ranked (#3) team, Borneo, in Pontianak. Despite Kesatria's 103-111 loss to Borneo, Gettys delivered an impressive performance, registering a double-double with 13 points and 18 rebounds. In addition to his scoring and rebounding, he also contributed 4 assists and 2 blocks during the 40 minutes he spent on the court. This game marked Kesatria's first loss after a successful streak of three consecutive victories. Despite the team's defeat, Gettys stood out with his exceptional performance against Borneo, earning accolades for his efforts. Eurobasket.com recognized his outstanding display by awarding him the Triple-Double Badge. Throughout the season, Gettys has maintained high individual statistics, averaging 18.0 points, 11.9 rebounds, 3.9 assists, 1.1 blocks, and 1.2 steals per game across 12 games.

Other former University of North Carolina Wilmington players, who play in pro basketball:

Kai Toews (6'2''-G-1998, played in 2018-20) plays for Alvark Tokyo in Japanese B1 League
Sean Moore (6'7''-F-2002, played in 2024-25) plays for Orbi in Georgian Superleague
KJ Jenkins (6'2''-G-2000, played in 2023-24) plays for Boras in Swedish Basketligan
Jordon Talley (6'1''-PG-1995, played in 2014-18) plays for Minyor 2015 in Bulgarian NBL
Jaylen Sims (6'6''-G-1998, played in 2018-22) plays for Greensboro Swarm in the NBA G League
Addison Spruill (6'5''-G-1993, played in 2013-15) plays for Cordon in Uruguayan LUB
Bo Montgomery (6'5''-G, played in 2024-25) plays for USK Praha in Czech Republic NBL
Carter Skaggs (6'5''-G-1995, played in 2019-20) played for Correcaminos UAT Victoria in Mexican LNBP few monts ago
Donovan Newby (6'1''-G-2002, played in 2022-25) plays for Rustavi in Georgian Superleague
Shykeim Phillips (6'0''-PG, played in 2019-24) played for Angeles de Ciudad de Mexico in Mexican CIBACOPA last year
Victor Enoh (6'8''-C-1998, played in 2022-23) played for Kriol Star in Cape Verdean Praia League last year

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