Courtesy of Eurobasket LLC We bring you last week's top former Cowboys players who are currently playing in pro basketball.
#1. Experienced point guard Devin Harris, standing at 6'0'' and 33 years old, boasts an impressive basketball resume. Having graduated from OKWU in 2014, he also had a stint playing at Connors State between 2010 and 2011 before embarking on a professional career in Estonia. In a recent game, Harris, the top scorer for Parnu, showcased his skills by scoring 4 points and delivering a remarkable 43 assists in 43 minutes of play. Despite his outstanding performance, Parnu fell short against TalTech, losing 88-85 on the road to the lower-ranked (#4) team. Harris' exceptional playmaking abilities were recognized as he earned the esteemed 15+ Assist Badge from eurobasket.com, solidifying his reputation as a champion playmaker. Throughout the season, Harris has maintained high individual stats, averaging 17.2 points per game (the second best in the league), along with 4.3 rebounds, 11.4 assists (the fourth best in the league), 11.7 blocks (the third best in the league), and 1.8 steals (the second best in the league) in the nine games he has played so far. His impressive performance on the court has positioned him as a finalist in the league's top statistical categories, showcasing his prowess as a skilled and impactful player.
#2. Jordan Tillmon, a 6'3'' guard and Panthers alumnus from 2025, previously played for Connors State between 2020 and 2022, where he helped them become the NJCAA D1 Region II champion in 2022. Tillmon now showcases his skills as a professional player in the TBL. In a recent game, he led the Little Rock Lightning to a resounding 161-130 victory over the Memphis Lions, who were struggling with an 0-8 record. Tillmon's stellar performance earned him the MVP title, as he scored an impressive 29 points and secured 9 rebounds in just 28 minutes of play. This outstanding debut game for Little Rock Lightning highlights Tillmon's talent and potential in professional basketball, especially considering it is his first season in the league. Despite his team's somewhat weak 7-6 record this season, Tillmon's impact has been undeniable. The game marked Little Rock Lightning's third consecutive victory, showcasing their growing momentum. Tillmon's exceptional contributions, including his scoring, rebounding, and playmaking abilities, were instrumental in securing the victory, solidifying his status as the champion of the game.
#3. Carlbe Ervin II, a 6'3'' guard who is 31 years old, graduated from Kansas State in 2017. However, he played at Connors State between 2013 and 2015 before turning pro in Hungary. In a recent game, Ervin II played a crucial role in Salgotarjani's victory over TF Budapest, the underdog in the league, with a score of 91-78 in the Hungarian Nemzeti Bajnoksag I/B Piros (second division) on Saturday night. Ervin II was a standout performer, achieving a double-double with 21 points and 12 rebounds, along with 7 assists in 37 minutes of play. His exceptional performance not only led his team to victory but also earned him the respect of fans and analysts alike. Konecranes-Salgotarjani KSE, currently 12th in the league with a record of 9-17, has one crucial game left in the Play-Out Round. Ervin II's remarkable display on the court against TF Budapest, where he showcased his scoring, rebounding, and playmaking skills, resulted in him being awarded the prestigious Triple-Double Badge from eurobasket.com, highlighting his capabilities as a true champion. Throughout the season, he has maintained impressive statistics, averaging 21.5 points, 8.5 rebounds, 4.4 assists, and 1.5 steals per game over 16 appearances. It is also notable that Ervin II participated in the Eurobasket Summer League, an experience that greatly contributed to his professional basketball career.
Other former Connors State College players, who play in pro basketball:
Greg Johnson (6'5''-G/F-2000, played in 2021-22) played for MZT Skopje in North Macedonian Super League few monts ago
Jahcoree Ealy (6'7''-G/F, played in 2019-22) played for Mandurah Magic in Australian NBL One last year
Shaq Shannon (6'1''-G, played in 2010-11) played for Philadelphia Raiders in the ECBL last year
Kingsley Nwagboso (6'11''-C-1996, played in 2015-17) plays for Belmopan Trojans in Belizean BEBL
D.J. Basey (6'10''-F-2000, played in 2021-22) plays for Urartu in Armenian A-League
Jimmie Kelly (6'5''-G, played in 2019-22) played for Balkanski Ris in Montenegrin Prva B last year
Robert Crawford (6'6''-PG-1990, played in 2010-11) played for Enid Outlaws in the TBL last year
Mason Jones (6'4''-G-1998, played in 2017-18) plays for HK JinNiu in Chinese NBL
Notice: The list above includes only some of alumni playing currently in pro basketball. Check complete list of Connors State College basketball alumni.
Devin Harris is last week best Cowboys alumni, who plays professional basketball (Photo: @Parnuesindusmeeskond)
