Courtesy of Eurobasket LLC Every week we bring you a list of the top former Blue Devils players who continue their career in pro basketball.
Look at great performance of Joaquim Boumtje Boumtje (0 points), Jabari Parker (18 points), and Matt Hurt (25 points).
#1. Spanish player Joaquim Boumtje Boumtje, a 6'11'' forward/center who graduated from Duke in 2027 and currently plays professionally in Spain, played a crucial role in FC Barcelona's recent victory against the closely-ranked NGT 3SSB. In the intense match held on Saturday night in the Adidas Next Generation Tournament, FC Barcelona emerged triumphant with a score of 101-84. Boumtje Boumtje's stellar performance included a double-double with 22 points and 11 rebounds, along with 3 assists, 2 blocks, and 3 steals in a 30-minute game time. This exceptional display is particularly noteworthy as it is his debut season in professional basketball. The showdown between FC Barcelona and NGT 3SSB, both top 4 ranked teams, was a highlight of the round, showcasing the talents of the finalists. FC Barcelona's U18 team, currently holding a flawless record of 7-0, leads the league standings. Joaquim Boumtje Boumtje's remarkable contributions have not gone unnoticed, as his impressive performance earned him the esteemed Triple-Double Badge from eurobasket.com, underscoring his prowess as a champion player. Individually, Boumtje Boumtje has had a standout year with impressive statistics, averaging 18.9 points, 8.0 rebounds, 2.9 assists, and 1.3 steals per game in the eight games he has played thus far.
#2. Jabari Parker, a 31-year-old power forward standing at 6'8'' and an alumni of the Blue Devils class of 2014, is currently playing professional basketball in Spain. Recently, he showcased his exceptional skills by leading Club Joventut Badalona to a thrilling 100-98 victory over the closely-ranked Tenerife in the Spanish Liga Endesa. In this intense matchup, Parker not only emerged as the MVP of the game but also demonstrated his prowess on the court by scoring 18 points and securing 8 rebounds in just 28 minutes of play. With this win, Club Joventut Badalona, with a record of 21-11, now holds the sixth position in the league standings. This victory marked their fourth consecutive win, highlighting their growing momentum as they approach the end of the Regular Season with only two games remaining. Every game from now on becomes crucial for the team's playoff aspirations. Parker's consistent performance this season, averaging 11.3 points per game and 5.1 rebounds per game in the 12 games he has played so far, further underscores his importance to the team. His leadership and contributions on the court were instrumental in securing the victory against Tenerife, showcasing his ability to rise to the occasion and deliver when it matters the most. With such remarkable performances, Parker continues to prove himself as a champion in the league and a key player for his team's success.
#3. Matt Hurt, a 6'9'' power forward who graduated from Duke University in 2021 and currently plays professionally in Slovenia, showcased his exceptional skills in a recent game. While leading Cedevita Olimpija Ljubljana, he guided his team to a surprising 86-79 victory over the third-ranked Sencur Gorenjska Kranj in the Slovenian Liga OTP banka. Hurt's stellar performance earned him the title of MVP, as he contributed 25 points, 5 rebounds, and 2 blocks in just 30 minutes of play. Despite Cedevita Olimpija Ljubljana being situated at the bottom of their group, Hurt's standout display against Sencur Gor proved instrumental in securing the win, cementing his status as the champion of the game. Throughout the season, Hurt has maintained impressive individual statistics, averaging 17.5 points, 3.5 rebounds, and 1.8 blocks per game across four matches.
#4. DJ Steward, a 24-year-old point guard and former Blue Devils alumni from the class of 2021, continues to make his mark in the world of basketball. After helping his team win the MGM Resorts NBA Summer League in Las Vegas as a champion, he now plays professionally in Italy. In a recent game, Steward showcased his skills by leading Dolomiti Energia Trentino to an impressive victory over the league-leading Virtus Bologna with a score of 102-85. His stellar performance earned him the title of MVP of the game, where he scored 21 points, provided 3 assists, and played for 30 minutes on the court. Despite Dolomiti Energia Trentino being placed ninth in the league with a record of 12-16, Steward's individual contributions have been remarkable. Throughout the season, he has maintained solid statistics, averaging 14.7 points, 2.5 rebounds, and 3.8 assists per game across 32 appearances. His consistency and talent have undoubtedly been crucial in helping his team secure victories and achieve success on the court.
#5. Jared McCain, a 6'3'' guard who is 22 years old and a Duke graduate from the class of 2024, has been making a name for himself in the NBA as a rising star. Recently, he showcased his talent as a major contributor in a thrilling game where the Oklahoma City Thunder emerged victorious against the San Antonio Spurs with a score of 123-108. Despite it only being his second season in professional basketball, McCain displayed remarkable skills by scoring 24 points, securing 4 rebounds, and adding 1 assist in just 27 minutes of gameplay. His noteworthy performance not only highlighted his individual abilities but also played a crucial role in leading his team to victory, ultimately helping them secure the champion title. The Oklahoma City Thunder, with a record of 64-18, has been relying on McCain's consistent contributions throughout the season. With an average of 10.0 points per game and 2.0 rebounds per game in 42 appearances this season, McCain has been proving himself as a valuable asset to his team. As a finalist, McCain's impressive stats and impactful presence on the court continue to solidify his position as a promising player in the NBA.
#6. Jeremy Roach, a 6'2'' guard and Bears alumni from 2025, previously played for Duke between 2020 and 2024 where he received the All-ACC Third Team award. Currently playing professionally in Poland, Roach recently showcased his skills in a game where his team, King Szczecin, faced off against the lower-ranked Zastal. Despite Roach's stellar performance, scoring 18 points and grabbing 4 rebounds in 30 minutes of play, King Szczecin suffered a 70-84 loss on the road. In the match against Zastal, Roach displayed his talent by contributing 18 points, 4 rebounds, and 2 assists. Although he put up an impressive performance, it was not enough to secure the victory for his team. Throughout the season, Roach has maintained solid statistics with an average of 11.6 points, 2.1 rebounds, and 2.5 assists per game in 33 appearances.
#7. Nigerian basketball champion Rasheed Sulaimon, a 6'5'' shooting guard, who is 32 years old and graduated from Maryland in 2016 after playing for Duke from 2012 to 2015, showcased his skills in the recent game for Buducnost. Despite his commendable performance, Sulaimon and his team, the league-leading Buducnost, suffered a defeat with a score of 90-104 against Dubai on the opponent's court. During the game, Sulaimon displayed his talent by contributing 15 points, 4 rebounds, and 2 assists in just 25 minutes of play. His efforts were notable, but unfortunately, his team couldn't secure the win. Throughout the season, Sulaimon has maintained solid statistics, averaging 11.4 points, 2.9 rebounds, and 2.6 assists per game in 28 appearances. It is worth mentioning that Sulaimon, a naturalized Nigerian player, continues to showcase his skills and contribute significantly to his team's performance despite the recent loss to Dubai.
#8. Cassius Stanley, a 6'6'' guard and a 26-year-old Blue Devils alumnus from 2020, currently plays professionally in Lithuania. Despite his efforts, he was unable to help Siauliai secure a victory against Lietkabelis. In the game, Stanley contributed 9 points and 3 rebounds in just 15 minutes of play. Unfortunately, his team narrowly lost with a final score of 85-84. Throughout the current season, Stanley has been averaging 6.4 points per game and 2.4 rebounds per game across 18 games. Despite facing challenges, Stanley continues to showcase his skills on the court as he strives to make a significant impact for his team.
#9. Indonesian champion Marques Bolden, a 6'11'' center who graduated from Duke in 2019 after helping them win the ACC Tournament, currently plays professionally in Israel for Ironi Hai Motors Nes-Ziona. In their recent game, despite Bolden's strong performance where he scored 11 points and blocked 2 shots in 22 minutes, Ironi Hai Motors Nes-Ziona suffered a tough 92-70 loss against M. Raanana, the league's 14th place team. Bolden, the team's finalist, showcased his skills by being the second highest scorer in the game. Even though he managed to contribute significantly with his scoring and defensive plays, I. Ness Ziona was unable to come out on top in the match against M. Raanana. Throughout the season, Bolden has maintained solid statistics, averaging 12.4 points and 4.7 rebounds per game over seven appearances. It is worth noting that he is a naturalized American, showcasing his basketball talents on an international stage.
#10. Experienced champion Mason Plumlee, a 6'11'' power forward who is 36 years old and an alumnus of the Blue Devils class of 2013, received the USBWA All-District III Player of the Year award during his college years. Currently, he is a professional NBA player. In a recent game, Plumlee faced off against the aforementioned finalist, Jared McCain, in a match-up between the San Antonio Spurs and the Oklahoma City Thunder. Despite his best efforts, Plumlee was unable to lead the San Antonio Spurs to victory against the Oklahoma City Thunder in their latest NBA game. He only managed to score 2 points and provide 1 assist during his 2 minutes on the court. Unfortunately, the Spurs fell short, losing to the Thunder with a final score of 108-123. Plumlee's performance in this game may not have been his best, as he struggled to make a significant impact on the court. Throughout this season, he has been averaging 0.9 points per game and 1.5 rebounds per game over the course of 10 games.
Other former Duke University players, who play in pro basketball:
Sion James (6'6''-G-2002, played in 2024-25) plays for Charlotte Hornets in the NBA
Trevor Keels (6'5''-G-2003, played in 2021-22) plays for Miami Heat in the NBA
Kyle Filipowski (6'11''-C-2003, played in 2022-24) plays for Utah Jazz in the NBA
Kon Knueppel (6'7''-G/F-2005, played in 2024-25) plays for Charlotte Hornets in the NBA
Wendell Moore Jr. (6'5''-G-2001, played in 2019-22) plays for Detroit Pistons in the NBA
Khaman Maluach (7'2''-C-2006, played in 2024-25) plays for Phoenix Suns in the NBA
Wendell Carter Jr. (6'10''-PF-1999, played in 2017-18) plays for Orlando Magic in the NBA
Kyrie Irving (6'3''-G-1992, played in 2010-11) plays for Dallas Mavericks in the NBA
Jayson Tatum (6'8''-F/G-1998, played in 2016-17) plays for Boston Celtics in the NBA
Paolo Banchero (6'10''-F-2002, played in 2021-22) plays for Orlando Magic in the NBA
Tre Jones (6'1''-G-2000, played in 2018-20) plays for Chicago Bulls in the NBA
Tyus Jones (6'1''-PG-1996, played in 2014-15) plays for Denver Nuggets in the NBA
RJ Barrett Jr. (6'6''-F/G-2000, played in 2019-19) plays for Toronto Raptors in the NBA
Zion Williamson (6'7''-F-2000, played in 2018-19) plays for New Orleans Pelicans in the NBA
Seth Curry (6'1''-G-1990, played in 2009-09) plays for Golden State Warriors in the NBA
A.J. Griffin (6'7''-G/F-2003, played in 2021-22) played for Houston Rockets in the NBA few monts ago
Brandon Ingram (6'9''-SF-1997, played in 2015-16) plays for Toronto Raptors in the NBA
Cooper Flagg (6'9''-G/F-2006, played in 2024-25) plays for Dallas Mavericks in the NBA
Dariq Whitehead (6'6''-SF-2004, played in 2022-23) plays for Memphis Grizzlies in the NBA
Luke Kennard (6'5''-SG-1996, played in 2015-17) plays for Los Angeles Lakers in the NBA
Tyrese Proctor (6'5''-G-2004, played in 2022-25) plays for Cleveland Cavaliers in the NBA
Grayson Allen (6'5''-G-1995, played in 2014-18) plays for Phoenix Suns in the NBA
Mark Williams (7'0''-C-2001, played in 2020-22) plays for Phoenix Suns in the NBA
Marvin Bagley III (6'10''-F-1999, played in 2017-18) plays for Dallas Mavericks in the NBA
Dereck Lively II (7'1''-C-2004) plays for Dallas Mavericks in the NBA
Gary Trent Jr. (6'6''-SG-1999, played in 2017-18) plays for Milwaukee Bucks in the NBA
Jalen Johnson (6'8''-F-2001, played in 2020-21) plays for Atlanta Hawks in the NBA
Javin DeLaurier (6'10''-F/C-1998, played in 2016-20) plays for Bursaspor Basketbol in Turkish BSL
Jack White (6'7''-F-1997, played in 2016-20) plays for Mersin Spor in Turkish BSL
Jacob Grandison (6'6''-G/F-1998, played in 2022-23) plays for Boulazac Basket Dordogne in French Betclic ELITE ProA
Theo John (6'9''-F-1998, played in 2021-22) plays for Dubrava in Croatian Premijer Liga
Joey Baker (6'7''-G/F-2000, played in 2018-22) plays for Borac ZM in Serbian KLS
Jordan Goldwire (6'2''-G-1999, played in 2017-21) plays for Cacak 94 in Serbian KLS
Harry Giles III (6'10''-F-1998, played in 2016-17) plays for Jiangsu Dragons Nanjing in Chinese CBA
Mason Gillis (6'6''-F-2000, played in 2024-25) plays for Hubo Limburg United in Belgian Pro Basketball League
Jaylen Blakes (6'2''-G-2003, played in 2021-24) plays for Hapoel Nofar Energy Galil Elyon in Israeli Winner League
Antonio Vrankovic (7'0''-C-1996, played in 2015-19) plays for KK Cedevita Junior Zagreb in Croatian Premijer Liga
Trevon Duval (6'3''-G-1998, played in 2017-18) plays for Greensboro Swarm in the NBA G League
Vernon Carey Jr. (6'9''-C-2001, played in 2019-20) plays for Rio Grande Valley Vipers in the NBA G League
Frank Jackson (6'3''-SG-1998, played in 2016-17) plays for Ningbo Rockets in Chinese CBA
Jahlil Okafor (6'11''-C-1995, played in 2014-15) plays for Levanga Hokkaido Sapporo in Japanese B1 League
Quinn Cook (6'2''-PG-1993, played in 2011-15) plays for APR in Rwandan RBL
Justise Winslow (6'6''-F/G-1996, played in 2014-15) played for Wisconsin Herd in the NBA G League last year
Cam Reddish (6'8''-F/G-1999, played in 2017-19) plays for San Diego Clippers in the NBA G League
Ryan Kelly (6'11''-PF-1991, played in 2009-13) plays for Fukui Blowinds in Japanese B2 League
Notice: The list above includes only some of alumni playing currently in pro basketball. Check complete list of Duke University basketball alumni.
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