Courtesy of Eurobasket LLC Here is the weekly review of the top performing Red Raiders alumni, who are currently playing in pro basketball.
#1. In a recent Israeli Winner League game, the 29-year-old 6'8'' small forward, Rayman, a graduate of Colgate University in 2020 and the All-Patriot League Defensive Player of the Year, showcased his talent playing for Maccabi Playtika Tel-Aviv. He led his team to a resounding 137-75 victory over close rivals Bnei Hertzeliya with an impressive performance. Rayman contributed 15 points, 7 rebounds, and 1 assist in just 21 minutes of play, highlighting his impact on the court as a champion. This win marked Maccabi Playtika Tel-Aviv's 19th consecutive victory, solidifying their top position in the league standings with a record of 24-2. Being a dual citizen of the United States and Israel, Rayman can play as a domestic player in Israel, further enhancing his value to the team. With only two games remaining in the Regular Season, every match becomes crucial for the team's success. Rayman's consistent performance this season, averaging 7.6 points and 4.8 rebounds per game in the 26 games played so far, underscores his importance as a key player and a finalist in the league.
#2. Ryan Moffatt, a 6'6'' guard/forward who is 26 years old and an alumnus of Red Raiders from 2024, played a key role in helping his team become the Patriot League Regular Season Champion that year. Currently playing professionally in the Czech Republic, he recently made a significant impact in Pardubice's victory over the third-ranked Brno with a score of 98-87 in the Czech Republic Maxa NBL. In the game, Moffatt showcased his skills by scoring 16 points and making 3 steals in just 27 minutes of play. This remarkable performance is particularly impressive considering that Moffatt is only in his second season of professional basketball. The game was a highly anticipated matchup between two top 3 ranked teams in the group Places 1-8, with BK KVIS Pardubice (27-9) currently holding the second position. Despite it being his first year with the team, Moffatt's impact was undeniable as he contributed 16 points, 2 rebounds, and 2 assists against Brno, ultimately helping his team secure a crucial victory. His exceptional performance further solidified his reputation as a true champion on the court. Throughout the season, Moffatt has maintained impressive averages of 9.8 points, 4.7 rebounds, 1.9 assists, and 1.7 steals per game in the 44 games he has played so far.
#3. Portuguese player Francisco Amiel, a 6'2'' guard at 30 years old, graduated from Colgate in 2019, where he contributed to their success as Patriot League Regular Season Co-Champion. Currently playing professionally in Spain, he recently played a pivotal role for Bueno Arenas Albacete Basket in their thrilling 68-66 victory over league leader Castello in the Spanish Segunda FEB. Despite scoring only 2 points and providing 3 assists in 13 minutes, Amiel's impact on the game was undeniable. The match between Bueno Arenas Albacete Basket and Castello was a highly anticipated showdown between two top 3 ranked teams in the East group. With this crucial win, Bueno Arenas Albacete Basket (19-7) solidified their position as the second-placed team in the league. This season marks Amiel's debut with the team, and his performance against Castello showcased his ability to contribute effectively in key moments, highlighting his qualities as a finalist. Throughout the current season, Amiel has maintained an average of 4.2 points, 1.6 rebounds, and 1.6 assists per game over 29 appearances. His consistent contributions on the court demonstrate his value as a player and his determination to succeed as a champion in every game he plays.
Other former Colgate University players, who play in pro basketball:
Jordan Burns (6'2''-G-1997, played in 2017-21) played for Zonkeys de Tijuana in Mexican CIBACOPA few monts ago
Jordan Robertson (6'3''-G-1996, played in 2014-18) plays for Saint Thomas Basket Le Havre in French NM1
Chandler Baker (6'5''-G, played in 2022-25) plays for College Park SkyHawks in the NBA G League
Tucker Richardson (6'5''-G-1999, played in 2023-23) plays for KTP-Basket in Finnish Korisliiga
Keegan Records (6'10''-C-2000, played in 2019-24) plays for Szedeak in Hungarian A Division
Nicolas Louis-Jacques (6'4''-G, played in 2021-25) plays for Ulcinj in Montenegrin Erste Liga
Jordan Swopshire (6'7''-F-1995, played in 2014-14) played for Delta in Georgian Superleague last year
Oliver Lynch-Daniels (6'2''-G-1998, played in 2019-23) played for Fiumicino in Italian Serie C last year
Alex Ramon (6'1''-PG-1993, played in 2012-16) played for Valle de Egues in Spanish Segunda FEB last year
Notice: The list above includes only some of alumni playing currently in pro basketball. Check complete list of Colgate University basketball alumni.
Will Rayman is last week best Red Raiders alumni, who plays professional basketball (Photo: @maccabitlv)
