Courtesy of Eurobasket LLC Here is the weekly review of the top performing Tigers alumni, who are currently playing in pro basketball.
Look at great performance of Jaron Blossomgame (23 points), Marcquise Reed (28 points), and David Skara (13 points).
#1. Experienced champion Jaron Blossomgame, a 6'7'' forward at 32 years old, graduated from Clemson in 2017 and received the USBWA All-District III Team award that year. Currently playing professionally in France, he recently led AS Monaco Basket to a decisive 103-88 victory over the closely-ranked JSF Nanterre (21-9) in the French Betclic ELITE league. In this crucial matchup between two top 4 ranked teams, Blossomgame's outstanding performance earned him the MVP title of the game. Notably, he contributed 23 points, 4 rebounds, and 1 assist in 31 minutes of play, showcasing his skill and leadership on the court. AS Monaco Basket, currently holding the top spot in the league with a record of 23-7, has benefited greatly from Blossomgame's talents during his fourth season with the team. Demonstrating consistency throughout the season, he has maintained solid statistics, averaging 10.1 points per game and 3.2 rebounds per game in the 33 games he has played thus far. Blossomgame's remarkable abilities and contributions have undoubtedly reinforced his reputation as a true champion in the realm of professional basketball.
#2. Marcquise Reed, a 6'3'' shooting guard and Tigers alumni from 2019, is currently playing professionally in Turkey. Despite his impressive performance, Reed could not help Trabzonspor (19-11) in their recent game against Bahcesehir, which resulted in a 94-78 defeat for his team. Reed was the top scorer of the game with 28 points and also contributed 4 rebounds in 33 minutes of play. This season marks Reed's first with the team. In the game against Bahcesehir, Reed showcased his skills by scoring 28 points, securing 4 rebounds, and providing 2 assists. Despite his outstanding individual efforts, Trabzonspor was unable to secure a victory. Reed has been having an exceptional season with impressive statistics, averaging 23.3 points per game (leading the league), 3.6 rebounds per game, 5.0 assists per game, and 1.9 steals per game (second best in the league) in the 32 games he has played so far. It is worth noting that Reed is a naturalized American player who continues to excel in the Turkish league.
#3. Croatian David Skara, a 6'8'' power forward who graduated from Clemson in 2019 and received the Eurobasket.com All-World University Games Honorable Mention award that year, is currently playing professionally in Slovenia. In a recent game, Skara led Cedevita Olimpija Ljubljana, where he is in his first season, to a convincing 91-74 victory over the league-leading Krka (26-1) in the Slovenian Liga OTP banka. Skara's stellar performance included scoring 13 points and grabbing 6 rebounds in 34 minutes of play. Despite his team being positioned at the bottom of their group, Skara's consistent contributions have been noteworthy. So far this season, he is averaging 7.0 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 1.2 assists per game in six appearances. His impact on the court as a key player was evident in the match against Krka, where his efforts played a vital role in securing the win for his team.
#4. Gabe DeVoe, a 30-year-old 6'3'' guard and Tigers alumnus from 2018 who received the ACC All-Academic Team award that year, currently plays professionally in Israel. In a recent match, he played a pivotal role in Maccabi Rishon's triumph over the second-ranked Hapoel Tel-Aviv with a score of 82-74 in the Israeli Winner League. DeVoe's impressive performance included 14 points, 4 rebounds, 4 assists, and 3 steals in just 27 minutes of play. Maccabi Effie Capital Rishon Le-Zion, where DeVoe plays, holds the seventh position in the Places 1-8 group with a record of 12-14. DeVoe's standout display against Hapoel Tel-Aviv exemplified his skills and determination, as his contributions were crucial in securing the victory for his team. Throughout the season, DeVoe has maintained solid statistics, averaging 12.9 points, 2.6 rebounds, 3.6 assists, and 1.7 steals per game across nine games. His consistent performance and impact on the court highlight his value as a champion player in his team.
#5. Avry Holmes, a 6'1'' guard who graduated from Clemson in 2017, currently plays professionally in Mexico. In a recent game where Toros Laguna faced off against the higher-ranked (#3) Halcones de Ciudad Obregon, Holmes, despite his solid performance, was unable to prevent his team from suffering a tough 89-72 defeat on the road. He contributed 10 points and 4 assists in 30 minutes of play. Despite the loss, Holmes showcased his skills against Obregon by delivering an impressive performance, scoring 10 points, grabbing 2 rebounds, and dishing out 4 assists. His individual efforts were commendable, although they were not enough to secure a victory for Toros Laguna. Throughout the season, Holmes has maintained high statistics, averaging 15.2 points, 2.8 rebounds, and 4.0 assists per game across 20 games. His consistent performance highlights his value as a key player for his team, even in challenging matchups against formidable opponents like Halcones de Ciudad Obregon.
#6. German Jonathan Baehre, a towering 6'10'' center and 29-year-old Tigers alumnus from 2021, who received the ACC All-Academic Team award that year, currently plays professionally in Germany. Recently, he was unable to aid Telekom Baskets Bonn in their match against Bayern Muenchen in the German easyCredit BBL. Despite his valiant effort, Baehre, the finalist, only managed to score 5 points and secure 2 rebounds in a mere 12 minutes of play. Unfortunately, his team suffered a significant defeat, with a final score of 91-69, trailing by 22 points. Baehre's individual performance was commendable, showcasing his skills with 5 points against Bayern. Nevertheless, his contributions were not enough to secure a victory for his team. In the ongoing season, Baehre maintains an average of 3.5 points per game and 2.6 rebounds per game across 10 matches.
#7. Myles Foster, a 25-year-old 6'7'' forward who graduated from Clemson in 2025, currently plays professionally in Portugal. Despite his efforts, Foster was unable to lead Oliveirense to a victory in their recent game against Benfica in the Portuguese Liga Betclic Masculina. Foster managed to score just 4 points and grab 3 rebounds in 13 minutes of play, contributing to his team's 78-86 loss against Benfica. Throughout this season, Foster has been averaging 6.2 points per game and 3.8 rebounds per game in 13 appearances. It is worth noting that Foster is a naturalized American player.
#8. KJ McDaniels, a 33-year-old forward standing at 6'6'' and an alum of the Tigers from 2014, currently plays professionally in Venezuela. He recently led Marinos to a thrilling 89-86 victory over the league-leading Gaiteros in the Venezuelan Superliga Profesional de Baloncesto. McDaniels, the All-ACC Defensive Player of the Year in 2014, put on a stellar performance and was named the MVP of the game. In his impressive display, he scored a remarkable 34 points, alongside 4 rebounds, 3 assists, and 3 steals in just 34 minutes of play. McDaniels' exceptional talent was on full display as he guided his team to victory against Gaiteros. His leadership and skills proved crucial in securing the win, highlighting his prowess as a true champion. Throughout the season, McDaniels has been delivering outstanding performances, averaging 17.1 points, 7.5 rebounds, and 2.6 assists per game over 15 matches. His consistent contributions on the court have solidified his reputation as a standout player and a formidable finalist in any competition.
#9. Aamir Simms, a 6'8'' forward who graduated from Clemson in 2021 at the age of 27, is currently playing professionally in Canada. Recently, he made a significant impact in a thrilling game where the Scarborough Shooting Stars secured a narrow 106-104 victory against the Surge in the Canadian Elite Basketball League. In this game, he showcased his talent by contributing 14 points and 5 rebounds in 32 minutes of play. In another impressive performance, Simms scored 14 points, grabbed 5 rebounds, and provided 1 assist in a game against Calgary, playing a pivotal role in his team's triumph. His consistent contributions on the court demonstrate his prowess as a finalist. Throughout the season, he has maintained solid statistics, averaging 13.0 points per game and 8.0 rebounds per game across four games, further solidifying his reputation as a skilled player to watch.
Other former Clemson University players, who play in pro basketball:
Devin Booker (6'9''-C-1991, played in 2009-13) plays for AX Armani Exchange Milano in Italian Serie A
Joseph Girard III (6'1''-G-2000, played in 2023-24) plays for Trabzonspor in Turkish BSL
PJ Hall (6'10''-C-2002, played in 2020-24) plays for Charlotte Hornets in the NBA
Landry Nnoko (6'10''-C-1994, played in 2012-16) plays for Bursaspor Basketbol in Turkish BSL
Viktor Lakhin (6'11''-C-2001, played in 2024-25) plays for Cangrejeros de Santurce in Puerto Rican BSN
Tevin Mack (6'7''-F-1997, played in 2019-20) plays for Kolossos in Greek GBL
Naz Bohannon (6'6''-F-1999, played in 2021-22) plays for Science City Jena in German BBL
Hunter Tyson (6'8''-F-2000) plays for Gigantes de Carolina in Puerto Rican BSN
Jaeden Zackery (6'2''-G-2001, played in 2024-25) plays for Karhubasket in Finnish Korisliiga
Clifford Hammonds (6'3''-G-1985, played in 2004-08) played for Hubo Limburg United in Belgian Pro Basketball League few monts ago
Catalin Baciu (7'0''-C-1988, played in 2008-12) plays for Pitesti in Romanian Liga Nationala
Clyde Trapp (6'4''-G-1998, played in 2017-21) plays for Venados de Mazatlan in Mexican CIBACOPA
Donte Grantham (6'8''-F-1995, played in 2014-18) plays for Sunrockers Shibuya in Japanese B1 League
Elijah Thomas (6'11''-F-1996, played in 2016-19) plays for Al Ittihad in Saudi Arabian SBL
Sidy Djitte (6'10''-C-1994, played in 2013-17) plays for Al Jalaa in Syrian SBL
Chase Hunter (6'4''-G-2001, played in 2019-25) plays for Birmingham Squadron in the NBA G League
Jerai Grant (6'8''-C-1989, played in 2007-11) played for Astros de Jalisco in Mexican CIBACOPA last year
Trevor Booker (6'8''-F-1987, played in 2006-10) played for Laynes Hope in the The Basketball Tournament last year
Brevin Galloway (6'2''-G-1997, played in 2022-23) plays for Pioneros in Venezuelan SPB
David Collins (6'3''-G-1998, played in 2021-22) played for Tampa Florida Pickup Basketball in the The Basketball Tourn last year
Notice: The list above includes only some of alumni playing currently in pro basketball. Check complete list of Clemson University basketball alumni.
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