{"id":786299,"date":"2026-07-07T15:23:09","date_gmt":"2026-07-07T15:23:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/786299\/"},"modified":"2026-07-07T15:23:09","modified_gmt":"2026-07-07T15:23:09","slug":"where-former-michigan-basketball-players-are-playing-outside-the-nba","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/786299\/","title":{"rendered":"Where former Michigan Basketball players are playing outside the NBA"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"duet--article--dangerously-set-cms-markup duet--article--standard-paragraph _1upudxki _174s0un1 _174s0un0 _1mt21p01\">Michigan Basketball\u2019s reach extends far beyond the NBA. While the Wolverines continue producing professional talent, dozens of former players are also making names for themselves across Europe, Asia, Australia and the Americas. Some are former stars who spent years in the NBA before heading overseas, while others are just beginning their professional journeys.<\/p>\n<p class=\"duet--article--dangerously-set-cms-markup duet--article--standard-paragraph _1upudxki _174s0un1 _174s0un0 _1mt21p01\">Here\u2019s a look at where <a href=\"https:\/\/mgoblue.com\/sports\/2017\/6\/16\/wolverines-in-professional-basketball\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">former Wolverines<\/a> are playing outside the NBA.<\/p>\n<p class=\"duet--article--dangerously-set-cms-markup duet--article--standard-paragraph _1upudxki _174s0un1 _174s0un0 _1mt21p01\">Most recent club: Astros de Jalisco (Mexico)<br \/>17.3 P, 2.7 R, 3.6 A<\/p>\n<p class=\"duet--article--dangerously-set-cms-markup duet--article--standard-paragraph _1upudxki _174s0un1 _174s0un0 _1mt21p01\">The 2013 National Player of the Year is still doing what he has always done \u2014 scoring. Burke helped lead one of Mexico\u2019s top clubs while proving there\u2019s still plenty left in the tank.<\/p>\n<p>Ignas Brazdeikis (2018-19)<\/p>\n<p class=\"duet--article--dangerously-set-cms-markup duet--article--standard-paragraph _1upudxki _174s0un1 _174s0un0 _1mt21p01\">Most recent club: \u017dalgiris Kaunas (Lithuania)<br \/>6.4 P, 2.2 R, 1.1 A<\/p>\n<p class=\"duet--article--dangerously-set-cms-markup duet--article--standard-paragraph _1upudxki _174s0un1 _174s0un0 _1mt21p01\">Brazdeikis has become a fixture in European basketball after his NBA stint. Playing for one of Lithuania\u2019s premier clubs has kept him competing at one of the highest levels outside the NBA.<\/p>\n<p class=\"duet--article--dangerously-set-cms-markup duet--article--standard-paragraph _1upudxki _174s0un1 _174s0un0 _1mt21p01\">Most recent club: BAXI Manresa (Spain)<br \/>12.2 P, 2.6 R, 3.7 A<\/p>\n<p class=\"duet--article--dangerously-set-cms-markup duet--article--standard-paragraph _1upudxki _174s0un1 _174s0un0 _1mt21p01\">Few Wolverines played more games than Brooks, and his steady winning style has translated overseas. He continues to carve out a role in Spain\u2019s top league.<\/p>\n<p>Muhammad-Ali Abdur-Rahkman (2014-18)<\/p>\n<p class=\"duet--article--dangerously-set-cms-markup duet--article--standard-paragraph _1upudxki _174s0un1 _174s0un0 _1mt21p01\">Most recent club: Treviso Basket (Italy)<br \/>12.1 P, 2.6 R, 3.0 A<\/p>\n<p class=\"duet--article--dangerously-set-cms-markup duet--article--standard-paragraph _1upudxki _174s0un1 _174s0un0 _1mt21p01\">One of the leaders of Michigan\u2019s 2018 national runner-up team has quietly built one of the most consistent overseas careers of any former Wolverine. Abdur-Rahkman continues to play in top European leagues and remains a reliable veteran guard.<\/p>\n<p>Chaundee Brown Jr. (2020-21)<\/p>\n<p class=\"duet--article--dangerously-set-cms-markup duet--article--standard-paragraph _1upudxki _174s0un1 _174s0un0 _1mt21p01\">Most recent club: London Lions (United Kingdom)<br \/>11.9 P, 4.1 R, 1.0 A<\/p>\n<p class=\"duet--article--dangerously-set-cms-markup duet--article--standard-paragraph _1upudxki _174s0un1 _174s0un0 _1mt21p01\">Brown\u2019s physical style and scoring ability have helped him build a successful international career after earning opportunities with the Los Angeles Lakers and Atlanta Hawks organizations.<\/p>\n<p class=\"duet--article--dangerously-set-cms-markup duet--article--standard-paragraph _1upudxki _174s0un1 _174s0un0 _1mt21p01\">Most recent club: Manchester Basketball (United Kingdom)<br \/>6.7 P, 4.9 R, 1.0 A<\/p>\n<p class=\"duet--article--dangerously-set-cms-markup duet--article--standard-paragraph _1upudxki _174s0un1 _174s0un0 _1mt21p01\">Irvin has become a basketball journeyman, continuing his career in the United Kingdom after stops across several other countries.<\/p>\n<p>Brandon Johns Jr. (2018-22)<\/p>\n<p class=\"duet--article--dangerously-set-cms-markup duet--article--standard-paragraph _1upudxki _174s0un1 _174s0un0 _1mt21p01\">Most recent club: Sporting CP (Portugal)<br \/>13.7 P, 7.1 R, 2.0 A<\/p>\n<p class=\"duet--article--dangerously-set-cms-markup duet--article--standard-paragraph _1upudxki _174s0un1 _174s0un0 _1mt21p01\">Johns has continued developing overseas, using his versatility and athleticism to earn consistent minutes in Portugal.<\/p>\n<p>DeVante\u2019 Jones (2021-22)<\/p>\n<p class=\"duet--article--dangerously-set-cms-markup duet--article--standard-paragraph _1upudxki _174s0un1 _174s0un0 _1mt21p01\">Most recent club: Dolomiti Energia Trento (Italy)<br \/>13.8 P, 2.7 R, 3.9 A<\/p>\n<p class=\"duet--article--dangerously-set-cms-markup duet--article--standard-paragraph _1upudxki _174s0un1 _174s0un0 _1mt21p01\">Jones has flourished in Europe since leaving Michigan, becoming one of the better point guards in Italy while helping Trento compete near the top of Serie A.<\/p>\n<p>Jaelin Llewellyn (2022-24)<\/p>\n<p class=\"duet--article--dangerously-set-cms-markup duet--article--standard-paragraph _1upudxki _174s0un1 _174s0un0 _1mt21p01\">Most recent club: Newcastle Eagles (England)<\/p>\n<p class=\"duet--article--dangerously-set-cms-markup duet--article--standard-paragraph _1upudxki _174s0un1 _174s0un0 _1mt21p01\">After injuries limited his impact in Ann Arbor, Llewellyn has received a fresh start overseas and continues his professional career in England.<\/p>\n<p class=\"duet--article--dangerously-set-cms-markup duet--article--standard-paragraph _1upudxki _174s0un1 _174s0un0 _1mt21p01\">Most recent club: Suwon KT Sonicboom (South Korea)<\/p>\n<p class=\"duet--article--dangerously-set-cms-markup duet--article--standard-paragraph _1upudxki _174s0un1 _174s0un0 _1mt21p01\">Morgan has put together one of the longest international careers of any former Wolverine, spending more than a decade playing throughout Europe and Asia.<\/p>\n<p>Olivier Nkamhoua (2023-24)<\/p>\n<p class=\"duet--article--dangerously-set-cms-markup duet--article--standard-paragraph _1upudxki _174s0un1 _174s0un0 _1mt21p01\">Most recent club: Pallacanestro Varese (Italy)<br \/>16.1 P, 5.6 R, 1.9 A<\/p>\n<p class=\"duet--article--dangerously-set-cms-markup duet--article--standard-paragraph _1upudxki _174s0un1 _174s0un0 _1mt21p01\">Nkamhoua\u2019s athleticism and experience made him a natural fit overseas. He\u2019s now playing in one of Europe\u2019s premier domestic leagues.<\/p>\n<p>Glenn Robinson III (2012-14)<\/p>\n<p class=\"duet--article--dangerously-set-cms-markup duet--article--standard-paragraph _1upudxki _174s0un1 _174s0un0 _1mt21p01\">Most recent club: Al Sharjah (United Arab Emirates)<br \/>27.8 P, 7.0 R, 3.8 A<\/p>\n<p class=\"duet--article--dangerously-set-cms-markup duet--article--standard-paragraph _1upudxki _174s0un1 _174s0un0 _1mt21p01\">After nearly a decade in the NBA, Robinson has continued his career overseas, bringing veteran experience and scoring ability to the UAE.<\/p>\n<p class=\"duet--article--dangerously-set-cms-markup duet--article--standard-paragraph _1upudxki _174s0un1 _174s0un0 _1mt21p01\">Most recent club: Ningbo Rockets (China)<br \/>18.1 P, 4.5 R, 7.0 A<\/p>\n<p class=\"duet--article--dangerously-set-cms-markup duet--article--standard-paragraph _1upudxki _174s0un1 _174s0un0 _1mt21p01\">Michigan fans still remember Simpson\u2019s trademark hook shot, and Simpson has continued to showcase his playmaking ability professionally, most recently in China.<\/p>\n<p class=\"duet--article--dangerously-set-cms-markup duet--article--standard-paragraph _1upudxki _174s0un1 _174s0un0 _1mt21p01\">Most recent club: Bursaspor (Turkey)<br \/>15.2 P, 1.8 R, 5.1 A<\/p>\n<p class=\"duet--article--dangerously-set-cms-markup duet--article--standard-paragraph _1upudxki _174s0un1 _174s0un0 _1mt21p01\">Smith\u2019s quickness and creativity have helped him establish himself in Europe. The former Elite Eight point guard now plays in Turkey\u2019s top league.<\/p>\n<p>Derrick Walton Jr. (2013-17)<\/p>\n<p class=\"duet--article--dangerously-set-cms-markup duet--article--standard-paragraph _1upudxki _174s0un1 _174s0un0 _1mt21p01\">Most recent club: Capitanes de Arecibo (Puerto Rico)<br \/>12.8 P, 3.5 R, 7.5 A<\/p>\n<p class=\"duet--article--dangerously-set-cms-markup duet--article--standard-paragraph _1upudxki _174s0un1 _174s0un0 _1mt21p01\">Walton continues to prove why he\u2019s enjoyed such a long professional career. After previous stops in Australia, China and Israel, he\u2019s now running the offense in Puerto Rico.<\/p>\n<p class=\"duet--article--dangerously-set-cms-markup duet--article--standard-paragraph _1upudxki _174s0un1 _174s0un0 _1mt21p01\">Most recent club: Cangrejeros de Santurce (Puerto Rico)<br \/>15.8 P, 9.8 R, 3.0 A<\/p>\n<p class=\"duet--article--dangerously-set-cms-markup duet--article--standard-paragraph _1upudxki _174s0un1 _174s0un0 _1mt21p01\">Wilson\u2019s length and versatility continue to translate well professionally. The former first-round pick remains a productive front court player overseas.<\/p>\n<p class=\"duet--article--dangerously-set-cms-markup duet--article--standard-paragraph _1upudxki _174s0un1 _174s0un0 _1mt21p01\">Most recent club: KK Borac Zemun (Serbia)<br \/>11.8 P, 3.7 R, 0.9 A<\/p>\n<p class=\"duet--article--dangerously-set-cms-markup duet--article--standard-paragraph _1upudxki _174s0un1 _174s0un0 _1mt21p01\">After beginning his professional career in Lithuania and spending time in the G League and Australia, Baker most recently suited up in Serbia. His shooting ability continues to make him an attractive international option.<\/p>\n<p class=\"duet--article--dangerously-set-cms-markup duet--article--standard-paragraph _1upudxki _174s0un1 _174s0un0 _1mt21p01\">Most recent club: SK Slavia Praha (Czech Republic)<br \/>18.2 P, 4.8 R, 4.6 A<\/p>\n<p class=\"duet--article--dangerously-set-cms-markup duet--article--standard-paragraph _1upudxki _174s0un1 _174s0un0 _1mt21p01\">Jones wasted little time making an impact in his first professional season. The former Wolverine guard has become one of Slavia Praha\u2019s top all-around players, showcasing the defensive toughness and versatility fans saw during his lone season in Ann Arbor.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Michigan Basketball\u2019s reach extends far beyond the NBA. 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