Courtesy of Eurobasket LLC We bring you last week's top former Grizzlies players who are currently playing in pro basketball.
#1. Sayeed Pridgett, a 6'5'' guard who graduated from Montana in 2020 and received the All-Big Sky Conference First Team award that year, currently plays professional basketball in Romania. Last Monday, despite his notable performance, Pridgett was unable to assist Oradea (23-5) in their game against the top-ranked Cluj Napoca, as his team suffered a heavy 103-78 defeat on the road. Pridgett showcased his skills by scoring 10 points and providing 4 assists in just 9 minutes of play. His efforts were commendable as he contributed 10 points, 3 rebounds, and 4 assists against Cluj Napoca. However, despite his individual performance, Oradea was unable to secure a victory. Throughout this season, Pridgett has maintained an average of 8.7 points, 2.6 rebounds, and 3.7 assists per game. It is worth noting that he is a naturalized American who continues to showcase his talent and dedication on the basketball court.
#2. Ahmaad Rorie, a 30-year-old former Grizzlies alumni from 2019, is currently playing professionally in Bosnia. Recently, he showcased his skills as a champion player by leading Igokea to a narrow 100-97 victory over KK Bosna Meridianbet Sarajevo in the Bosnia and Herzegovina Division I. In that game, Rorie contributed 14 points and 3 assists in 32 minutes of play. The matchup was highly anticipated as it involved two top 3 ranked teams in group x, with BC Igokea Mtel Aleksandrovacis securing the second position. Rorie's impressive performance against Bosna S. was crucial in helping his team emerge victorious. His on-court presence and contribution highlighted his capabilities as a finalist player. Throughout the season, Rorie has maintained solid statistics, averaging 10.8 points, 2.5 rebounds, and 4.0 assists per game. His consistency and leadership have been instrumental in guiding his team to success, solidifying his position as a key player in the league.
#3. Australian Fabijan Krslovic, a 6'8'' forward who is 30 years old and graduated from Montana in 2018 after helping them clinch the Big Sky Conf. Regular Season Champion title that year, currently plays professionally in Australia. Recently, he led the Northern Suburbs Bears to a decisive 99-86 victory against the seventh-ranked Mustangs (6-6) in the Australian NBL One, which is the second division of basketball in Australia. In this game, Krslovic displayed his skills by recording a double-double with 13 points and 13 rebounds, along with 3 assists, all in just 30 minutes of play. The Northern Suburbs Bears, with a record of 11-2, are currently positioned as the runner-up in the East group standings. Krslovic continued his stellar performance in another game against Maitland M., contributing significantly with 13 points, 13 rebounds, and 3 assists to help his team secure the win. His outstanding display on the court earned him the prestigious Triple-Double Badge from eurobasket.com, further solidifying his reputation as a champion. Throughout the season, Krslovic has maintained impressive statistics, averaging 14.3 points, 9.2 rebounds, 2.9 assists, 1.5 blocks, and 1.4 steals per game. His consistent contributions and exceptional skills highlight his status as a champion in the world of basketball.
#4. Australian Jensen Bradtke, a towering 6'10'' forward at 22 years old and a Grizzlies alumnus from 2025, played a pivotal role in helping his team clinch the Australian NBL1 North Regular Season Champion title that year. Currently competing professionally in Australia, Bradtke showcased his talent as he led the Gold Coast Rollers to a resounding 110-83 victory over the Townsville Heat, who were ranked tenth with a 2-5 record. In this Australian NBL One second division matchup on Friday night, Bradtke's stellar performance included an impressive double-double with 18 points and 12 rebounds, along with 2 blocks, all achieved in just 27 minutes of play. This remarkable display of skill is particularly noteworthy as it is only his inaugural season in professional basketball. The Gold Coast Rollers, with a 7-2 record, now stand in second place in the North group, thanks in part to Bradtke's consistent contributions. This win marked the team's seventh consecutive victory, with Bradtke's standout performance earning him the prestigious Triple-Double Badge from eurobasket.com, further solidifying his reputation as a champion on the court. Individually, Bradtke is having an exceptional season, boasting impressive averages of 20.7 points, 9.7 rebounds, and 2.3 assists per game. His consistent excellence on the court is a testament to his talent and dedication to the game.
#5. Kai Johnson, a 6'4'' guard at 24 years old, graduated from Montana in 2025 and played a key role in helping them achieve the title of Big Sky Conf. Regular Season Co-Champion that year. Currently playing professionally in Spain, Johnson recently made a significant impact in Sant Antoni's victory over the second-ranked Caja 87 with a score of 71-56 in the Spanish Segunda FEB league (third division) on Saturday night. In this game, Johnson showcased his talent by scoring 15 points and making 4 assists in 34 minutes of play. This performance was particularly impressive considering it is only his first season in professional basketball. The match was highly anticipated, featuring two of the top 3 teams in the East group, with Sant Antoni Ibiza (19-7) currently holding the third position in the standings. This victory marked the third consecutive win for Johnson's team. His exceptional display on the court, which included scoring, assisting, and contributing in rebounds, was crucial in securing the win against Caja 87. Johnson's overall season statistics reflect his strong performance, averaging 13.1 points, 3.2 rebounds, 2.1 assists, and 1.1 steals per game. His valuable contributions exemplify his skills and determination as a true champion in the making.
#6. Aanen Moody, a 6'3'' guard and 28-year-old Grizzlies alumnus from 2024, who played a crucial role in helping them reach the CBI Championship Quarterfinals that year, is currently playing professionally in Spain. In a recent game, he faced off against the previously mentioned Kai Johnson in the Spanish Segunda FEB league. Despite his best efforts, Moody could not lead Caja 87 to victory against Sant Antoni. He managed to score 5 points during his 16 minutes on the court, showcasing his skills as a finalist player. However, his team ended up being defeated with a final score of 71-56. This season, Moody has been delivering solid performances with an average of 10.1 points per game, along with 1.9 rebounds and 1.9 assists per game. His consistent contributions on the court highlight his capabilities as a champion player, even in challenging matchups like the recent game against Sant Antoni.
Other former University of Montana players, who play in pro basketball:
Josh Bannan (6'10''-F-2001, played in 2024-25) plays for Trieste in Italian Serie A
Josh Vazquez (6'3''-G, played in 2019-24) played for Piratas de Quebradillas in Puerto Rican BSN few monts ago
Martin Breunig (6'8''-PF-1992, played in 2013-13) plays for Veolia Towers Hamburg in German BBL
Will Cherry (6'1''-PG-1991, played in 2009-13) plays for Boulazac Basket Dordogne in French Betclic ELITE ProA
Laolu Oke (6'8''-PF-2000, played in 2022-24) plays for Champagne in French ProB
Michael Oguine (6'2''-G-1996, played in 2015-19) plays for Tauron GTK Gliwice in Polish OBL
Brandon Whitney (6'1''-G, played in 2020-25) played for Rabotnicki in North Macedonian Super League last year
Austin Patterson (6'3''-G-2002, played in 2024-25) plays for Kongsberg in Norwegian BLNO
Dischon Thomas (6'9''-F-2000, played in 2022-24) plays for Jiaozuo in Chinese NBL
Notice: The list above includes only some of alumni playing currently in pro basketball. Check complete list of University of Montana basketball alumni.
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