Courtesy of Eurobasket LLC Every week we bring you a list of the top former Wolverines players who continue their career in pro basketball.
Especially interesting is good performance of D.J. Wilson (15 points), Derrick Walton Jr. (15 points), and Will Tschetter (22 points).
#1. D.J. Wilson, a 6'10'' forward who is 30 years old and graduated from Michigan in 2017 after helping them win the Big Ten Tournament that year, currently plays professionally in Puerto Rico. In a recent Puerto Rican Baloncesto Superior Nacional game, he led his team, Cangrejeros de Santurce, to a 99-92 victory over the fifth-ranked Mets with an impressive performance. Wilson contributed 15 points, 9 rebounds, and 4 assists in 33 minutes of play, showcasing his skills on the court. Cangrejeros de Santurce, currently placed fourth in Group B with a record of 14-14, secured their third consecutive victory thanks in part to Wilson's stellar performance. His noteworthy stats for the season include averaging 10.8 points, 7.9 rebounds, and 2.8 assists per game. Wilson's consistent contributions and standout plays highlight his abilities as a champion player, elevating his team's performance and securing important wins in the tournament.
#2. Derrick Walton Jr., a 6'1'' guard and 31-year-old alum of the Wolverines from 2017, is currently playing professionally in Puerto Rico. Known for his impressive skills, he was awarded the All-Big Ten All-Tournament MVP in 2017. Recently, he led Capitanes de Arecibo to a thrilling 92-88 victory against the sixth-ranked Piratas (9-20) in the Puerto Rican Baloncesto Superior Nacional. In this game, Walton Jr. showcased his talent by scoring 15 points and delivering 8 assists in just 31 minutes of play. Capitanes de Arecibo, currently holding the second position in Group A with a record of 15-11, secured their first win in seven games thanks to Walton Jr.'s outstanding performance. His remarkable contributions, including 15 points, 2 rebounds, and 8 assists against Quebradillas, were instrumental in leading his team to success. His consistent excellence on the court truly reflects his status as a champion. Throughout the season, Walton Jr. has maintained solid statistics, averaging 12.1 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 8.6 assists per game. His skillful play and leadership make him a key player for Capitanes de Arecibo as they aim for further success in the league.
#3. Will Tschetter, a 6'8'' forward at 23 years old, graduated from Michigan in 2026 after helping them secure the NCAA Champion title that year. Currently playing professionally in Australia, Tschetter showcased his talent by leading the Warwick Senators to a notable victory over the 13th-ranked Giants with a score of 95-85 in the Australian NBL One, the second division league, on Saturday night. Tschetter's stellar performance earned him the MVP title of the game, where he scored 22 points, grabbed 4 rebounds, and made all five of his free throws in 36 minutes of play. This exceptional display is made even more impressive by the fact that Tschetter is in his first season of professional basketball. The Warwick Senators, standing at 11th place in the West group with a 5-10 record, greatly benefited from Tschetter's outstanding contributions. In another game against Goldfields G, Tschetter once again proved his prowess by scoring 22 points, securing 4 rebounds, and providing 1 assist. His remarkable performance was instrumental in clinching the victory, solidifying his position as the champion of the game. Throughout the season, Tschetter has maintained impressive statistics, averaging 27.8 points per game, 7.4 rebounds, and 1.7 assists, showcasing his consistent excellence on the court.
#4. Experienced champion Trey Burke, a 6'0'' point guard and 33-year-old alum of the Wolverines from the class of 2013, currently plays professionally in Mexico. In a recent game, Burke led the Astros de Jalisco to a resounding 85-73 victory over the closely-ranked Frayles de Guasave, with a stellar performance that earned him the MVP title. He contributed significantly to the win with 19 points, 5 rebounds, 5 assists, and 3 steals during his 34 minutes on the court. This game was highly anticipated as it featured a matchup between two top 4 ranked teams in the league. The Astros de Jalisco, sitting comfortably at the top of the standings with a record of 38-2, secured their 14th consecutive win thanks in large part to Burke's leadership and skill as a champion. His remarkable display of 19 points, 5 rebounds, and 5 assists against the Frayles team highlighted his prowess on the court and his ability to elevate his team to success. Throughout the season, Burke has maintained impressive individual statistics, averaging 17.2 points per game, 2.7 rebounds, 3.7 assists, and 1.1 steals. His consistent performance and contributions have undoubtedly solidified his reputation as a finalist in the league.
Other former University of Michigan players, who play in pro basketball:
Ignas Brazdeikis (6'7''-G/F-1999, played in 2018-19) plays for Zalgiris in Lithuanian LKL
Eli Brooks (6'1''-G-1998, played in 2017-22) plays for BAXI Manresa in Spanish Liga Endesa
DeVante Jones (6'0''-PG-1998, played in 2021-22) plays for Dolomiti Energia Trentino in Italian Serie A
Tray Jackson (6'10''-F-2000, played in 2023-24) plays for Beirut Club in Lebanese DLBL
Caris LeVert (6'7''-G-1994, played in 2012-16) plays for Detroit Pistons in the NBA
Tim Hardaway Jr. (6'5''-G-1992, played in 2010-13) plays for Denver Nuggets in the NBA
Moussa Diabate (6'10''-F-2002, played in 2021-22) plays for Charlotte Hornets in the NBA
Kobe Bufkin (6'4''-G-2003, played in 2021-23) plays for Los Angeles Lakers in the NBA
Isaiah Livers (6'7''-PF-1998, played in 2017-21) plays for Phoenix Suns in the NBA
Duncan Robinson (6'8''-F-1994, played in 2014-14) plays for Detroit Pistons in the NBA
Moritz Wagner (6'11''-F/C-1997, played in 2015-18) plays for Orlando Magic in the NBA
Franz Wagner (6'10''-F-2001, played in 2019-21) plays for Orlando Magic in the NBA
Jett Howard (6'7''-G-2003) plays for Orlando Magic in the NBA
Caleb Houstan (6'8''-G-2003, played in 2022-22) plays for Atlanta Hawks in the NBA
Danny Wolf (7'0''-F-2004, played in 2024-25) plays for Brooklyn Nets in the NBA
Jordan Poole (6'4''-SG-1999, played in 2017-19) plays for New Orleans Pelicans in the NBA
Vladislav Goldin (7'1''-C-2001, played in 2024-25) plays for Miami Heat in the NBA
Mike Smith (5'11''-PG-1997, played in 2020-21) plays for Bursaspor Basketbol in Turkish BSL
Chaundee Brown Jr. (6'5''-G-1998, played in 2020-21) plays for London Lions in British SLB
Olivier Nkamhoua (6'8''-F-2000, played in 2023-24) plays for Itelyum Varese in Italian Serie A
Muhammad-Ali Abdur-Rahkman (6'5''-G-1994, played in 2014-18) plays for Treviso in Italian Serie A
Zak Irvin (6'6''-G/F-1994, played in 2013-17) plays for Manchester Basketball in British SLB
Jordan Morgan (6'9''-C-1991, played in 2009-14) played for Suwon KT Sonicboom in South Korean KBL few monts ago
Brandon Johns Jr. (6'8''-F-1999, played in 2018-22) plays for Sporting in Portuguese Liga Betclic
Joey Baker (6'7''-G/F-2000, played in 2022-23) played for Borac ZM in Serbian KLS last year
Glenn Robinson III (6'6''-F-1994, played in 2012-14) plays for Al Sharjah in UAE ULB
Zavier Simpson (6'0''-PG-1997, played in 2016-20) plays for Ningbo Rockets in Chinese CBA
Rubin Jones (6'5''-G, played in 2024-25) plays for Slavia in Czech Republic NBL
Charles Matthews (6'6''-G/F-1996, played in 2016-16) plays for Al Wehdat in Jordanian Premier League
Manny Harris (6'6''-SG-1989, played in 2007-10) played for Al Riyadi in Lebanese DLBL last year
Notice: The list above includes only some of alumni playing currently in pro basketball. Check complete list of University of Michigan basketball alumni.
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