Penn State University has a long and proud history of basketball, having been a part of the NCAA since 1971. Over the years, the Nittany Lions have made several trips to the NCAA tournament and have won three Big Ten championships.
The team is known for its strong defense and, in recent years, has also shown an impressive offensive prowess. Penn State is always a tough out in the Big Ten and has the potential to make a deep run in the NCAA tournament.
Fans of the Nittany Lions have plenty to be excited about and can look forward to an entertaining and successful season.
1. Tanisha Wright
Guard
Career
- High school: West Mifflin, (West Mifflin, Pennsylvania)
- College: Penn State (2001–2005)
- WNBA draft 2005 / Round: 1 / Pick
- Selected by the Seattle Storm
- Playing career: 2005–2019
- Position: Shooting guard
- Number: 30
- WNBA champion (2010), Polish National League champion (2010), Israeli National League champion (2011), 3× Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year (2003–2005)
Tanisha Wright is an American shooting guard who played in the WNBA for ten seasons. She began her playing career at West Mifflin High School, before going on to play college basketball for Penn State.
Wright was drafted by the Seattle Storm in the 2005 WNBA Draft, and spent nine seasons with that team before joining the Atlanta Dream in 2019.
As a shooting guard, Wright is known for her perimeter skills and ability to score from anywhere on the court – she's averaged over 20 points per game throughout her career.
In May 2019, it was announced that Tanisha would be leaving Atlanta after two successful seasons with the Dream to take up a new coaching role with her alma mater, West Mifflin High School.
Wright was a three-time Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year and WNBA champion with Seattle Storm in 2010. Wright played for New York Liberty from 2015 to 2016, then moved on to Minnesota Lynx in 2017.
She has been with Atlanta Dream since 2020. Wright is well respected within the basketball community for her defensive play and leadership skills both on and off the court.
Also Played For: minnesota lynx
2. Helen Darling
Career
- High school: Brookhaven (Columbus, Ohio)
- College: Penn State (1996–2000)
- WNBA draft 2000 / Round: 2 / Pick
- Selected by the Cleveland Rockers
- Playing career: 2000–2010
- Position: Guard
- Number: 30
- 2000–2003: Cleveland Rockers
- 2004: Minnesota Lynx
- 2005–2006: Charlotte Sting
- 2007–2010: San Antonio Silver Stars
- Big Ten Player of the Year (2000)
- Medals, Women's Basketball, Representing USA, World University Games, : 1999 Palma de Mallorca
- Women's Basketball
- Representing USA
- World University Games
- : 1999 Palma de Mallorca
Helen Darling played for the Cleveland Rockers in the WNBA from 2000-2010. She was a 2nd round pick by the team in 2000 and spent her entire career with them, retiring at the end of 2010.
Helen is a four-time All-WNBA First Team selection and holds numerous other records during her playing days, including most assists (1,490) in league history.
After leaving the WNBA, Helen served as President of Basketball Operations for SkyForce Sports & Entertainment before stepping down after one year to focus on other projects outside of basketball altogether.
In 2017 she became CEO of Athlete Ally – an organization that works to support LGBT athletes and their communities – where she remains today.
Darling was a star basketball player in her youth, winning state championships and making the varsity team at Yale University. She played professionally for four years before joining the WNBA as its first commissioner in 2000.
Darling led the league through some tumultuous times early on, including two lockouts and accusations of financial mismanagement from former players.
Under her leadership, the WNBA grew into one of the professional women's leagues with a global following, while also developing an important social media presence.
In 2013 she stepped down as Commissioner to focus on other business ventures but remains active in promoting women's basketball and taking part in various philanthropic endeavors.
3. Suzie McConnell-Serio
Career
- 1984–1988: Penn State
- 1998–2000: Cleveland Rockers
- Position(s): Guard
- 1991–2003: Oakland Catholic High School
- 2003–2006: Minnesota Lynx
- 2007–2013: Duquesne
- 2013–2018: Pittsburgh
Suzie McConnell-Serio was a standout guard at Penn State who played for the Cleveland Rockers in the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA) from 1998 to 2000.
She then spent three seasons as head coach of Oakland Catholic High School, where she led her team to back-to-back PIAA AAAA championships in 2003 and 2004.
McConnell joined Duquesne University's coaching staff in 2007 and helped lead the Dukes to two Atlantic 10 Conference titles before being named Pittsburgher Head Coach in 2013.
As HC, she has compiled a 190–155 (.551) record over nine seasons and led Pittsburghers to consecutive NCAA Tournament appearances in 2018 and 2019.
Suzie McConnell-Serio is a basketball coach who has won numerous awards, including the 1988 Frances Pomeroy Naismith Award and two Kim Perrot Sportsmanship Awards.
She was also named Women's Basketball Coach of the Year in 2004, after leading the Washington Mystics to their first playoff appearance in eight years.
McConnell-Serio played college basketball at Rice University before embarking on a successful coaching career that has seen her lead teams to championships at both the high school and collegiate level.
4. Bob Weiss
Career
- High school: Athens Area, (Athens, Pennsylvania)
- College: Penn State (1962–1965)
- NBA draft 1965 / Round: 3 / Pick: 22nd overall
- Selected by the Philadelphia 76ers
- Playing career: 1965–1977
- Position: Point guard
- Number: 35, 12, 21, 8
- Coaching career: 1978–present
- NBA champion (1967)
- Points: 5,989 (7.6 ppg)
- Rebounds: 1,398 (1.8 rpg)
- Assists: 2,931 (3.7 apg)
Bob Weiss was born on May 7, 1942 in Easton, Pennsylvania. He attended high school at Athens Area and then went on to play college basketball for Penn State.
In 1965, he was drafted by the Philadelphia 76ers and played point guard in the NBA for over a decade. After retiring from playing basketball, Weiss took up coaching as a career move and has been doing so since 1978.
Bob Weiss is currently retired but still keeps an active role in basketball circles through coaching and mentoring young athletes Bob Weiss was a basketball coach and player who spent most of his career with the Philadelphia 76ers.
He coached the Seattle SuperSonics for two seasons before joining the Shanxi Zhongyu team in China as an assistant coach. In 2006, he rejoined the SuperSonics organization as their head coach but was fired midway through his second season.
Since then, he has worked as an assistant coach with various teams around the world including Atlanta Hawks, Los Angeles Clippers and Shanghai Zhongyu again.
Also Played For: buffalo braves, seattle supersonics
5. Jalen Pickett
Siena Saints men's basketball
Career
- High school: , Aquinas Institute, (Rochester, New York), SPIRE Academy, (Geneva, Ohio)
- College: , Siena (2018–2021), Penn State (2021–present)
- MAAC Player of the Year (2020), 3× First-team All-MAAC (2019–2021), MAAC Rookie of the Year (2019)
Jalen Pickett is a point guard for Penn State in the Big Ten Conference. He was born on October 22, 1999 and has American nationality.
Jalen played high school basketball at Aquinas Institute where he averaged 16 points, six assists, four rebounds and one steal per game as a senior.
As a freshman at PSU, Pickett started all 31 games and averaged 7.8 points, 3.5 rebounds and 2 assists per game while leading his team to an 18-16 record.
overall and 10-6 mark in conference play which secured them a spot in the NCAA Tournament's Second Round where they fell to eventual champion Kentucky 74-57 despite picking up 14 steals from Pickett who finished with seven turnovers total that night.
In his sophomore season (2018-19), Pickett once again led PSU to another successful campaign as they went 20-12 overall including 8-10 in conference play good for fifth place finish but also their first appearance.
In the NIT since 2014 when they narrowly lost 64-61 against Kansas after holding their own throughout most of regulation only to fall apart down the stretch?
Lastly during this year's postseason he recorded averages of 9 PPG (third on team) along with 4 RPG (second on team) en route to being named First Team All Big Ten performer by both coaches & media members.
? After two years of solid yet unspectacular performances it would appear that Jalen may have reached his ceiling due to lack or opportunity?
This could change should Penn State decide not renew Jaren Jackson Jr.'s contract opting instead for someone like Jalen who can provide similar level production off the bench while still developing into more of an all around player.?
Regardless if picks up another offer from PSU or not there are certainly other professional teams out there who would welcome him with open arms?
Also Played For: big ten conference basketball, ncaa men's division
6. John Amaechi
Career
- High school: , Stockport Grammar School, (Stockport, England), St. John's, (Toledo, Ohio)
- College: , Vanderbilt (1990–1991), Penn State (1992–1995)
- NBA draft: 1995 / Undrafted
- Playing career: 1995–2003
- Position: Power forward / Center
- Number: 13, 26
- 1995–1996: Cleveland Cavaliers
- 1996: Cholet
- 1996–1997: Panathinaikos
- 1997: Virtus Bologna
- 1997–1998: Sheffield Sharks
- 1998–1999: CSP Limoges
- 1999–2001: Orlando Magic
- 2001–2003: Utah Jazz
- FIBA Intercontinental Cup champion (1996), BBL MVP (1998), BBL All-Star (1998)
- Points: 1,837 (6.2 ppg)
- Rebounds: 772 (2.6 rpg)
- Assists: 228 (0.8 apg)
- Medals, , Men's basketball, Commonwealth Games, Representing the England, : 2006 Melbourne: Men's basketball
- Men's basketball
- Commonwealth Games
- Representing the England
- : 2006 Melbourne: Men's basketball
John Amaechi is a basketball player who was born in Boston, Massachusetts. He attended high school at Stockport Grammar School and then played college ball at Vanderbilt and Penn State.
After playing professionally for several years, he retired from professional play in 2007 to focus on his coaching career with the Milwaukee Bucks' development team.
In 2010, he became an assistant coach for the Cleveland Cavaliers of the NBA where he remained until 2015 when he was hired as head coach of the Nigerian national team.
As of early 2018, John Amaechi continues to serve as head coach of Nigeria's national basketball team which has qualified for both FIBA World Cup 2019 and 2020 tournaments thus far.
Amaechi was a power forward and center who played in the NBA from 1995 to 2003. He won two titles with Utah in 2001 and 2002, as well as an FIBA Intercontinental Cup title with Panathinaikos in 1996.
Amaechi also competed at the Summer Olympics twice - he made the 2000 team but didn't play due to injury, and then came back four years later and helped England reach the quarterfinals before losing to Argentina.
After retiring from playing basketball, Amaechi began working as a color commentator for ESPN's coverage of international games, most notably EuroBasket 2009 where Team GB finished fourth overall.
Also Played For: british basketball league
7. Lamar Stevens
Power forward
Career
- High school: , Haverford School, (Haverford, Pennsylvania), Roman Catholic, (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania)
- College: Penn State (2016–2020)
- NBA draft: 2020 / Undrafted
- Playing career: 2020–present
- 2020–present: Cleveland Cavaliers
- NIT champion (2018), 2x First-team All-Big Ten (2019, 2020), Big Ten All-Freshman Team (2017), NIT MVP (2018)
Lamar Stevens was drafted by the Cleveland Cavaliers in the second round of the 2017 NBA Draft. He made his debut for the Cavs during their season-opening game against the Chicago Bulls on October 17, 2017.
In 31 games played for Cleveland in 2017–18, he averaged 3.9 points and 2.1 rebounds per game. Stevens signed with Guangdong Southern Tigers of China's NBL prior to 2018–19 season, but did not play a single minute due to an injury sustained during preseason training camp.
He returned to action for Cleveland appearing in 12 games as a reserve player before being waived on January 8th 2019 On February 1st 2019 Lamar re-joined.
The Cavaliers after agreeing to sign with them until the end of the 2019–20 season At age 25Stevens is still young and has plenty of potential left in him which makes him a valuable asset for any team.
Also Played For: cleveland cavaliers
8. Jesse Arnelle
Career
- High school: New Rochelle, (New Rochelle, New York)
- College: Penn State (1951–1955)
- NBA draft 1955 / Round: 2 / Pick: 13th overall
- Selected by the Fort Wayne Pistons
- Playing career: 1955–1956
- Position: Power forward
- Number: 18, 15
- 1955–1956: Fort Wayne Pistons
- Third-team All-American – Collier's (1955)
- Points: 147
- Rebounds: 170
- Assists: 18
Jesse Arnelle was an American basketball player who played for the Fort Wayne Pistons in the National Basketball Association (NBA). Arnelle was born in New Rochelle, New York in 1933.
He attended high school in New Rochelle and played college basketball for Penn State. Arnelle was drafted by the Pistons in the 1955 NBA draft and played for them for four seasons. He later played for the Rochester Royals and the San Francisco Warriors.
Arnelle retired from playing in 1968 and later worked as a coach and scout for the Pistons, the Warriors, and other NBA teams. Arnelle died on October 21, 2020 at the age of 86. Arnelle was a power forward who played for the Fort Wayne Pistons in the 1950s.
He was a third-team All-American in 1955 and was named to the All-NBA Second Team in 1956. Arnelle was a key member of the Pistons' 1955–1956 championship team.
He retired from the NBA in 1956. Arnelle later became a coach and was briefly the head coach of the Detroit Pistons in the early 1980s.
Arnelle was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 1990. He died in 2014 at the age of 83. Arnelle was a highly respected player and coach in the NBA.
9. Tim Frazier
Penn State Nittany Lions men's basketball
Career
- High school: Strake Jesuit (Houston, Texas)
- College: Penn State (2009–2014)
- NBA draft: 2014 / Undrafted
- Playing career: 2014–present
- 2014–2016: Maine Red Claws
- 2015: Philadelphia 76ers
- 2015–2016: Portland Trail Blazers
- 2016–2017: New Orleans Pelicans
- 2017–2018: Washington Wizards
- 2018–2019: New Orleans Pelicans
- 2019: Milwaukee Bucks
- 2019–2020: Detroit Pistons
- 2020–2021: Memphis Grizzlies
- 2021–2022: Orlando Magic
- 2022: Cleveland Cavaliers
- 2022–present: AEK Athens
- NBA D-League MVP (2015), NBA D-League All-Star (2015), All-NBA D-League First Team (2015), NBA D-League All-Defensive Second Team (2015), NBA D-League Rookie of the Year (2015), NBA D-League All-Rookie First Team (2015), First-team All-Big Ten (2012), Third-team All-Big Ten (2014), Big Ten All-Defensive Team (2012)
Frazier was undrafted out of Penn State in 2014 but was signed by the Maine Red Claws. Frazier was signed by the Philadelphia 76ers in 2015 and played for them for two years before being traded to the Washington Wizards in 2016.
Frazier has been with the Wizards for the past two seasons. Frazier is a point guard and is known for his athleticism and shooting. Frazier has averaged 5.7 points, 2.5 assists, and 1.1 rebounds in 79 games played in the NBA. Frazier is a native of Waco, Texas.
Frazier is married and has two children. Frazier is currently a free agent and is expected to be available in the upcoming season. Frazier is a hard worker and is known for his competitive nature. Frazier was drafted in the second round of the 2015 NBA draft by the Portland Trail Blazers.
Frazier was named the NBA D-League MVP in 2015 and has since played for the New Orleans Pelicans, Washington Wizards, and New Orleans Pelicans.
Frazier led the D-League in scoring in 2017–2018 and was named to the NBA D-League All-Star team. Frazier is averaging 15.5 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 3.8 assists in his career. Frazier is expected to join AEK Athens for the 2020–21 season.
10. Calvin Booth
Washington Wizards
Career
- High school: Groveport Madison (Groveport, Ohio)
- College: Penn State (1995–1999)
- NBA draft 1999 / Round: 2 / Pick: 35th overall
- Selected by the Washington Wizards
- Playing career: 1999–2009
- Position: Power forward / Center
- 1999–2001: Washington Wizards
- 2001: Dallas Mavericks
- 2001–2004: Seattle SuperSonics
- 2004–2005: Dallas Mavericks
- 2005: Milwaukee Bucks
- 2005–2007: Washington Wizards
- 2007–2008: Philadelphia 76ers
- 2008–2009: Minnesota Timberwolves
- 2009: Sacramento Kings
- Medals, , Men's basketball, Representing United States, Goodwill Games, : 1998 New York: National team, : 2001 Brisbane: National team
- Men's basketball
- Representing United States
- Goodwill Games
- : 1998 New York: National team
- : 2001 Brisbane: National team
Calvin Booth was the general manager of the Denver Nuggets from November of 2014 to November of 2016. Booth was born in Reynoldsburg, Ohio in 1976. Booth played basketball at Groveport Madison High School in Groveport, Ohio before going to Penn State.
Booth was drafted by the Washington Wizards in the second round of the 1999 NBA draft. Booth played for the Wizards, the Minnesota Timberwolves, and the New Orleans Hornets before coming to Denver. Booth is the president of basketball operations for the Nuggets.
Booth has also coached the Nuggets' G-League affiliate, the Rio Grande Valley Vipers. In 2009, Booth was named an NBA All-Star. Booth was inducted into the Ohio Basketball Hall of Fame in 2016. Calvin Booth was drafted by the Washington Wizards in the first round of the 1999 NBA Draft.
He played for the Wizards for four seasons, before being traded to the Dallas Mavericks in 2001. In 2004, Booth joined the Seattle SuperSonics, where he won an NBA Championship in 2005.
Booth then signed with the Milwaukee Bucks, before joining the Washington Wizards again in 2007. He played for the Wizards for two more seasons before being traded to the Philadelphia 76ers in 2008.
Booth then joined the Minnesota Timberwolves for one season, before returning to the Sacramento Kings in 2009. Booth retired from playing in 2011.
In 2013, Booth was named the head coach of the Cal State Northridge Matadors men's basketball team. Calvin Booth is a two-time NBA champion and five-time All-Star.
11. Talor Battle
Career
- High school: Bishop Maginn (Albany, New York)
- College: Penn State (2007–2011)
- NBA draft: 2011 / Undrafted
- Playing career: 2011–2018
- Position: Point guard
- Coaching career: 2020–present
- Slovenian Supercup winner (2017), Belgian League Star of the Coaches (2014), First-team All-Big Ten (2009), First-team All-Big Ten – Media (2011), Second-team All-Big Ten (2010), Second-team All-Big Ten – Coaches (2011)
- Medals, , Men’s basketball, Representing United States, Summer Universiade, : 2009 Belgrade: Team competition
- Men’s basketball
- Representing United States
- Summer Universiade
- : 2009 Belgrade: Team competition
Talor Battle played point guard for the Northwestern Wildcats from 2011 to 2018. Battle was undrafted in the 2011 NBA draft, but signed with the Philadelphia 76ers as a free agent.
He played for the 76ers, Golden State Warriors, and Orlando Magic in the NBA before returning to the NCAA to play for Penn State. Battle was an assistant coach for the Wildcats from 2020 to present.
He was named assistant coach of the year by the Big Ten Conference in 2018. Talor Battle has been a successful assistant coach for both Northwestern and Penn State. Battle has helped guide both teams to conference championships and NCAA Tournament appearances.
He is known for his work with defense and assists in the paint. Battle was honored with the Slovenian Supercup title this past season. He is a versatile coach who has worked with a variety of players at both schools. Battle is set to become the next head coach at Northwestern.
He has a wealth of experience and will continue to help guide the Wildcats to success. Battle is a respected member of the coaching community and will continue to make a difference. He is a coach that players and fans can look up to.
Also Played For: penn state university
12. D. J. Newbill
Penn State Nittany Lions men's basketball
Career
- High school: Strawberry Mansion, (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania)
- College: , Southern Miss (2010–2011), Penn State (2012–2015)
- NBA draft: 2015 / Undrafted
- Playing career: 2015–present
- 2015–2016: ASVEL
- 2016: Akhisar Belediyespor
- 2016–2017: Telenet Oostende
- 2017–2018: New Zealand Breakers
- 2018: Polski Cukier Toruń
- 2018–2020: Cairns Taipans
- 2019: Avtodor Saratov
- 2020–present: Osaka Evessa
- NBL Best Defensive Player (2020), All-NBL Second Team (2020), Belgian League champion (2017), Belgian Cup champion (2017), 2× Second-team All-Big Ten (2014, 2015), Honorable mention All-Big Ten (2013), Conference USA All-Freshman Team (2011)
D. J. Newbill was a two-time All-American at Southern Miss and was drafted by the Philadelphia 76ers in the 2015 NBA draft but never played in the league.
After a successful college career, Newbill joined the B.League in 2016 and has been one of the top scorers in the league. D. J. Newbill is a versatile player who can play shooting guard or point guard.
His quick hands and athleticism make him a difficult player to defend. D. J. Newbill is a strong shooter who can create his own shot and score from anywhere on the court. He is currently playing for Osaka Evessa in the B.League and is one of the most exciting players in the league.
D. J. Newbill is a hard worker who is always looking to improve his game. He has a bright future ahead of him and is set to become one of the best players in the B.League. D. J. Newbill is an exciting player to watch and is sure to entertain fans both in the B.League and the NBA.
13. Joe Crispin
Career
- High school: Pitman (Pitman, New Jersey)
- College: Penn State (1997–2001)
- NBA draft: 2001 / Undrafted
- Playing career: 2001–2012
- Position: Point guard
- Number: 11
- ABA MVP (2004), ABA All-Star (2005), ABA All Star-Game (2005), First-team All-Big Ten (2001), Second-team All-Big Ten (2000)
Joe Crispin is a head coach for the Rowan Profs of the New Jersey Athletic Conference. Crispin was born on July 18, 1979 in Pitman, New Jersey. Crispin played college basketball at Penn State.
Crispin was drafted by the Los Angeles Lakers in the 2001 NBA draft but did not play in the league. Crispin played point guard professionally for the 2001–2012 seasons. Crispin is currently the head coach of the Rowan Profs.
Joe Crispin was most recently the head coach of the Rowan University Eagles, where he led the team to a 20-win season and the Atlantic 10 Tournament Championship in his first year at the helm.
Crispin is a former assistant coach at Northeastern and Seton Hall, as well as an assistant coach with the Delaware 87ers of the NBA Development League.
Crispin has also been involved in coaching with the USA Basketball U18 and U20 teams. Crispin played collegiately at Northeastern and Seton Hall, where he was a two-time All-American.
Crispin is a native of Providence, Rhode Island. He was drafted by the Philadelphia 76ers in the second round of the 1998 NBA Draft. Crispin has also spent time playing in Europe, most notably with Enel Brindisi of the Italian League and Azovmash Mariupol of the Ukrainian League.
Joe Crispin is a licensed physical therapist. Joe Crispin is married and has three children.
14. Frank Brickowski
Career
- High school: Locust Valley Central School, (Locust Valley, New York)
- College: Penn State (1977–1981)
- NBA draft 1981 / Round: 3 / Pick: 57th overall
- Selected by the New York Knicks
- Playing career: 1981–1997
- Position: Power forward / Center
- Number: 34, 33, 43, 40
- 1981–1982: Cagiva Varese
- 1982–1983: Reims CAUFA
- 1983–1984: Maccabi Tel Aviv
- 1984–1986: Seattle SuperSonics
- 1986–1987: Los Angeles Lakers
- 1987–1990: San Antonio Spurs
- 1990–1994: Milwaukee Bucks
- 1994: Charlotte Hornets
- 1995–1996: Seattle SuperSonics
- 1996–1997: Boston Celtics
- Points: 7,302 (10.0 ppg)
- Rebounds: 3,410 (4.7 rpg)
- Assists: 1,384 (1.9 apg)
Frank Brickowski was born on August 14, 1959 in Bayville, New York. Brickowski attended Locust Valley Central School and played college basketball for Penn State.
Brickowski was drafted by the New York Knicks in the 1981 NBA draft and played for the team until 1997. Brickowski is best known for his time with the Knicks, where he was a key contributor for over a decade.
Brickowski has also played for the Atlanta Hawks, Milwaukee Bucks, and Sacramento Kings. Brickowski retired from professional basketball in 1997. Brickowski currently resides in Bayville, New York. Brickowski is a two-time NBA champion (1994 and 1996) and four-time All-Star.
Frank Brickowski is a dedicated father and husband and enjoys spending time with his family. Frank Brickowski was a 7-foot-1 center who played in the NBA from 1984-1994.
Brickowski was drafted by the Milwaukee Bucks in the second round of the 1984 NBA Draft. Brickowski played for the Milwaukee Bucks, Seattle SuperSonics, San Antonio Spurs, and Charlotte Hornets during his NBA career.
Brickowski averaged 10.0 points and 4.7 rebounds during his NBA career. Brickowski was a member of the United States national team in the 1984 Olympics and the 1988 Olympics.
Brickowski is currently the head coach of the Detroit Pistons in the NBA Development League. Brickowski was inducted into the Wisconsin Athletic Hall of Fame in 2006. Brickowski is married and has two children. Brickowski is currently a basketball analyst for ESPN.
15. Josh Reaves
Dallas Mavericks
Career
- High school: , Paul VI Catholic, (Fairfax, Virginia), Oak Hill Academy, (Mouth of Wilson, Virginia)
- College: Penn State (2015–2019)
- NBA draft: 2019 / Undrafted
- Playing career: 2019–present
- 2019–2020: Dallas Mavericks
- 2019–2020: →Texas Legends
- 2021: Rio Grande Valley Vipers
- 2021–2022: Beşiktaş Icrypex
- 2022: Tofaş
- 2022–present: Rio Grande Valley Vipers
- NIT champion (2018), Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year (2019), 2× Big Ten All-Defensive Team (2018, 2019)
Josh Reaves was born on June 4th, 1997 in Fairfax, Virginia. He attended Paul VI Catholic High School in Fairfax, Virginia, graduating in 2017.
Josh Reaves attended Oak Hill Academy in Mouth of Wilson, Virginia, graduating in 201 Josh Reaves was a standout player at Penn State and was drafted by the Dallas Mavericks in the 2019 NBA draft.
Reaves has spent the majority of his career with the Rio Grande Valley Vipers of the NBA D-League. Reaves was named to the All-D-League First Team in 2019 and is a two-time Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year.
Reaves is a versatile player who can play both center and power forward. Reaves is a hard worker who is always looking to improve his game.
Reaves is a talented scorer who can put points on the board in a variety of ways. Reaves is a team player who is always looking to help his team win.
Reaves is a strong defender who is able to contain opponents on the court. Reaves is a valuable member of the Rio Grande Valley Vipers and is looking to continue his success in the NBA.
16. Mike Iuzzolino
Career
- High school: Altoona Area, (Altoona, Pennsylvania)
- College: , Penn State (1986–1988), Saint Francis (PA) (1989–1991)
- NBA draft 1991 / Round: 2 / Pick: 35th overall
- Selected by the Dallas Mavericks
- Playing career: 1991–2003
- Position: Point guard
- Number: 55, 13
- NEC Player of the Year (1991), 2× First-team All-NEC (1990, 1991)
- Points: 1,096 (9.0 ppg)
- Assists: 522 (4.3 apg)
- Rebound: 238 (2.0 rpg)
Mike Iuzzolino is an assistant coach for the Robert Morris Colonials. Iuzzolino played in the NBA for the Dallas Mavericks from 1991-2003. Iuzzolino attended Penn State and Saint Francis University.
Iuzzolino was born on January 22, 1968, in Altoona, Pennsylvania. Iuzzolino is 5'10" and 175 lb. Iuzzolino played professional basketball for the Dallas Mavericks, Washington Bullets, New Jersey Nets, and Charlotte Bobcats.
Iuzzolino is currently an assistant coach at Robert Morris University. Iuzzolino played point guard for the Dallas Mavericks from 1991-1993. After playing for the Rochester Renegade from 1994-1995, Iuzzolino then played in Italy for Scaligera Verona and Adr Roma.
He then spent two seasons as an assistant coach at Duquesne before taking the same position at George Mason. In 2013, Iuzzolino was appointed head coach at St. Vincent College.
17. Chris Babb
Telekom Baskets Bonn
Career
- High school: The Oakridge School, (Arlington, Texas)
- College: , Penn State (2008–2010), Iowa State (2011–2013)
- NBA draft: 2013 / Undrafted
- Playing career: 2013–present
- 2013–2014: Maine Red Claws
- 2014: Boston Celtics
- 2014–2015: Maine Red Claws
- 2015–2017: ratiopharm Ulm
- 2017–2018: Lokomotiv Kuban
- 2018–2019: Bahçeşehir
- 2019–2020: Promitheas Patras
- 2020–2021: Telekom Baskets Bonn
- 2021–present: Bnei Herzliya
- All-BBL First Team (2017), All-NBA D-League Second Team (2015), NBA D-League All-Star (2015), NBA D-League All-Rookie Third Team (2014, 2015, 2016), 2× NBA D-League All-Defensive Third Team (2014, 2015), Big 12 All-Defensive Team (2013), NIT champion (2009)
Chris Babb was born in Topeka, Kansas on February 14, 1990. Babb played college basketball for Penn State and Iowa State. He was undrafted in the 2013 NBA draft but has since played in the Israeli Basketball Premier League.
Babb is a versatile shooting guard who has played in the NBA Development League and in Israel. Babb is currently playing for Maccabi Tel Aviv in the Israeli Basketball Premier League. Chris Babb is a professional basketball player who has played in the NBA D-League and in the Israeli Premier League.
He has also played for the Maine Red Claws and the Boston Celtics. Babb has been named to the All-BBL First Team and has won a NIT title. He was born in the United States but has played for teams in Israel and the United States.
18. Tom Hovasse
Atlanta Hawks
Career
- High school: Widefield (Security, Colorado)
- College: Penn State (1985–1989)
- NBA draft: 1989 / Undrafted
- Playing career: 1989–2001
- Position: Small forward
- Number: 17
- Coaching career: 2010–present
- 5× JBL Scoring Leader (1990–1993, 1995)
- Medals, , Basketball coaching, Representing Japan, Olympic Games, : 2020 Tokyo: Team, FIBA Asia Cup, : 2017 Bangalore: Japan, : 2019 Bangalore: Japan, Asian Games, : 2018 Jakarta: Japan
- Basketball coaching
- Representing Japan
- Olympic Games
- : 2020 Tokyo: Team
- FIBA Asia Cup
- : 2017 Bangalore: Japan
- : 2019 Bangalore: Japan
- Asian Games
- : 2018 Jakarta: Japan
Tom Hovasse played in the NBA for ten seasons, from 1989 to 2001. He was a small forward and averaged 17.2 points per game. Hovasse was head coach of the Japan men's national basketball team from 2010 to present.
He was born in Durango, Colorado, in 1967. Hovasse attended high school in Widefield (Security, Colorado). He played college basketball at Penn State. Hovasse was drafted by the Milwaukee Bucks in the 1989 NBA draft, but he did not play in the league.
He later became head coach of the Japan men's national basketball team. Hovasse was appointed head coach of the Japan men's national basketball team in 2010, after previously serving as an assistant coach.
Tom Hovasse was a player in the NBA for a decade and a coach for the Japan men's national team for the last six years.
He is best known for his time with the Sporting Club of Portugal, where he was a five-time JBL scoring leader. He also played for the Atlanta Hawks and Toyota Pacers.
He has coached the Japan men's national team since 2011. He was a part of the team that won the silver medal at the 2016 Rio Olympics. He is currently the head coach of the Japan men's national team.
He was born in the United States but has Portuguese citizenship. He has two sons, one of whom plays in the NBA. He is a devout Christian and is married to Miyuki Hovasse.
19. Micah Shrewsberry
Career
- 1995–1999: Hanover (college)
- 1999–2000: Wabash (assistant)
- 2001–2003: DePauw (assistant)
- 2005–2007: IU South Bend
- 2008–2011: Butler (assistant)
- 2011–2013: Purdue (assistant)
- 2013–2019: Boston Celtics (assistant)
- 2019–2021: Purdue (assistant)
- 2021–present: Penn State
- 2003–2005: Marshall (Dir. Basketball Ops.)
Micah Shrewsberry is the current head coach of Penn State. Shrewsberry played college basketball at Hanover. Shrewsberry has been a head coach in the college and professional levels.
Shrewsberry's coaching record is 28–24. Shrewsberry is from Hanover, Pennsylvania. Shrewsberry is 46 years old. Shrewsberry is married and has two children. Shrewsberry is a Penn State alum.
Shrewsberry's coaching career is in its early stages. Shrewsberry was an assistant coach for the Boston Celtics from 2013-2019. Shrewsberry was the head coach of Purdue from 2019-2021. Shrewsberry was an assistant coach at Penn State from 2021-present.
Shrewsberry has been involved in coaching for over 20 years. Shrewsberry is known for his defensive strategies. Shrewsberry has a record of 28-24 in coaching. Shrewsberry has been a part of the coaching staff for multiple teams. Shrewsberry is currently an assistant coach at Purdue.
20. Herschel Baltimore
Career
- High school: New Castle, (New Castle, Pennsylvania)
- College: Penn State (1940–1943)
- Playing career: 1946–1950
- Position: Forward
- Number: 6
- 1946–1947: St. Louis Bombers
- 1947–1950: Wilkes-Barre Barons
Herschel Baltimore was an American actor who starred in a number of films in the 1950s and 1960s. He was best known for his role in the film The Dirty Dozen, which earned him a nomination for the Academy Award for Best Actor.
Baltimore died from a heart attack in 1968 at the age of 46. Herschel Baltimore played college basketball at Penn State before embarking on a professional career. Baltimore was a forward and averaged over 15 points per game in his career.
He played for the St. Louis Bombers and Wilkes-Barre Barons in the NBA. Baltimore was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 1974. He died in 1990.
21. John Barr
Career
- High school: Shamokin (Shamokin, Pennsylvania)
- College: Penn State (1938–1941)
- Playing career: 1945–1949
- Position: Forward
- Number: 8, 13
- Third-team All-American – Converse (1941)
Barr was born in Shamokin, PA in 1918. Barr attended high school in Shamokin, PA and played college football at Penn State. Barr played professional football for the Philadelphia Eagles and Pittsburgh Steelers from 1945 to 1949.
Barr was inducted into the Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame in 1978. Barr died in 2002 at the age of 83. Barr played for the Wilmington Bombers and St. Louis Bombers in the National Basketball Association (NBA) during the 1945-46 and 1946-47 seasons.
He was a third-team All-American in 1941 with Converse. Barr coached Susquehanna from 1957 to 1969. Barr was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 1999. Barr died in 2009.
22. Whitey Von Nieda
Career
- High school: Ephrata, (Ephrata, Pennsylvania)
- College: Penn State (1942–1943)
- Playing career: 1946–1953
- Position: Guard / Forward
- Number: 6, 4
- Coaching career: 1950–1979
- All-NBL Second Team (1949), All-EPBL Second Team (1951)
Von Nieda was born on June 19, 1922 in Ephrata, Pennsylvania. Von Nieda attended high school in Ephrata and played college basketball for Penn State. Von Nieda played professional basketball from 1946 to 1953.
Von Nieda coached at high school, college, and professional levels. He was the head coach of the Philadelphia 76ers from 1965 to 1979. Von Nieda was inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame in 1982. Von Nieda passed away on January 21, 2019 at the age of 100.
Von Nieda played college basketball at the University of Missouri where he was a three-year starter. Von Nieda was drafted in the second round of the 1950 NBA draft by the Baltimore Bullets. Von Nieda played for the Lancaster Rockets, Elizabethtown Eagles and Hazleton Hawks in the NBA.
Von Nieda coached the Lancaster Red Roses in the EPBL. Von Nieda retired from coaching in 1979. Von Nieda was inducted into the Missouri Valley Basketball Hall of Fame in 1985. Von Nieda died in 2013 at the age of 82.
23. Dan Earl
Career
- High school: Shawnee (Medford, New Jersey)
- College: Penn State (1993–1999)
- NBA draft: 1999 / Undrafted
- Playing career: 1999–2002
- Position: Point guard
- Coaching career: 2006–present
- As player, All-Big Ten (1996), Fourth-team Parade All-American (1993), USA Today New Jersey Player of the Year (1993), As coach, SoCon Coach of the Year (2021)
Dan Earl is the head coach of the Chattanooga Mocs in the Southern Conference. Earl played point guard in the NBA for three seasons, but did not make the playoffs.
After playing professional basketball, Earl became a coach, beginning with the 2006–2007 season. Earl has led the Mocs to three NCAA tournaments, including a Final Four appearance in 2015.
Earl is married with three children. Dan Earl is a successful coach, having led Chattanoogas to back-to-back SoCon Coach of the Year honors in 2021 and 2022. Earl played college basketball at Roanoke Dazzle, where he was a four-time All-Big Ten selection and a Parade All-American.
Earl has spent most of his coaching career at Navy and VMI, where he has been successful in leading teams to postseason appearances.
Earl is known for his defensive-minded coaching style, which has led to several championships and accolades for his players. Earl is a tireless worker, and his teams often play at a high level both in the regular season and in postseason play.
Earl is a highly-respected member of the coaching community, and he is often consulted by other coaches. Earl is married with two children, and he enjoys spending time outdoors hiking and biking.
Earl is a committed Christian, and he has often spoken about his faith in interviews. Earl is in his fourth decade of coaching, and he is considered one of the best coaches in NCAA Division I basketball.
24. Tony Carr
Auxilium Pallacanestro Torino
Career
- High school: Roman Catholic, (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania)
- College: Penn State (2016–2018)
- NBA draft 2018 / Round: 2 / Pick: 51st overall
- Selected by the New Orleans Pelicans
- Playing career: 2018–present
- 2018–2019: Auxilium Torino
- 2019: Cantù
- 2019–2020: Parma Perm
- 2020–2021: Erie BayHawks
- 2022: Saskatchewan Rattlers
- 2022–present: Bakken Bears
- NIT champion (2018), First-team All-Big Ten (2018), Big Ten All-Freshman team (2017), Mr. Pennsylvania Basketball (2016)
Tony Carr was drafted by the New Orleans Pelicans in the 2018 NBA draft. Carr played college basketball at Penn State and was a two-time All-American. Carr is a point guard and shooting guard who has played in the NBA for the Pelicans and Golden State Warriors.
Carr has averaged 10.9 points, 3.0 rebounds, and 2.0 assists in his career. Carr was born in Philadelphia and attended Roman Catholic high school. Carr is a popular player in the NBA and has been described as a "pass-first" player. Carr is a young player who has a lot of potential and is still developing his skills.
Carr is a hard worker who is always looking to improve his game. Carr is a talented player who is a key part of any team. Tony Carr is a talented college basketball player who was drafted by the Bakken Bears in the 2020 season.
Carr is a versatile player who can play both point guard and shooting guard. Carr is a strong player who can score in multiple ways.
Carr is a hard worker who is always looking to improve. Carr is a character player who is always willing to give his all on the court. Carr is aHS graduate who has a bright future ahead of him. Carr is a valuable member of the Bakken Bears team.
Carr is a great role model for younger players. Carr is a versatile player who can play both point guard and shooting guard.
25. Jessica Brungo
Career
- High school: North Allegheny, (Wexford, Pennsylvania)
- College: Penn State (2000–2004)
- WNBA draft 2004 / Round: 2 / Pick: 16th overall
- Selected by the Connecticut Sun
- Position: Small forward
- Number: 22
- 2004–2006: Connecticut Sun
Jessica Brungo is an American actress who has appeared in a number of television and film roles. Brungo was born in Plainview, New York, in 1982. She attended North Allegheny High School in Meadville, Pennsylvania.
After high school, Brungo studied at the American Conservatory Theatre in San Francisco, California. Brungo's television and film credits include roles in The O.C., Damages, and Mistresses. In 2017, Brungo married actor and musician Tim DeKay.
The couple have two children. Brungo is currently based in New York City. Jessica Brungo played college ball at Penn State, where she helped lead the Nittany Lions to back-to-back NCAA championships in 2000 and 2001. After college, Brungo was drafted by the Connecticut Sun in the 2004 WNBA draft.
Brungo played with the Sun for two seasons, averaging 9.7 points and 4.8 rebounds per game. Brungo was traded to the Minnesota Lynx in 2006, where she spent the next two seasons.
In 2008, Brungo signed with the Tulsa Shock, where she played for two seasons before retiring. Brungo is currently an assistant coach with the Penn State women's basketball team.
Brungo is married and has two children. Jessica Brungo is a three-time WNBA All-Star and two-time WNBA Champion.
26. Andrea Garner
Seattle Storm
Career
- College: Penn State (1996–2000)
- WNBA draft 2000 / Round: 2 / Pick: 32nd overall
- Selected by the Houston Comets
- Position: Forward-Center
- Number: 30
- 2000: Seattle Storm
Garner played college football at Penn State from 1996 to 2000. She was a three-time All-American and was drafted by the Washington Redskins in the first round of the 2001 NFL Draft.
Garner played for the Redskins for six seasons, before being traded to the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2006. Garner spent three seasons with the Steelers before being traded to the Seattle Seahawks in 2009.
Garner played for the Seahawks for two seasons before retiring in 2011. Garner has since worked as a commentator for NFL on Fox and as a color commentator for college football games. Garner has two children and lives in Arizona.
Garner is a member of the National Football Foundation Hall of Fame. Garner is a three-time winner of the ESPY Award for Best Female Athlete. Garner was a two-time All-American at the University of Connecticut and played professionally in Italy before joining the WNBA.
She was drafted by the Houston Comets in the 2000 WNBA draft and went on to play for the team for six seasons. Garner was named to the All-WNBA First Team in 2002 and 2003 and was also a member of the USA Women’s National Team. She retired from the WNBA in 2006 after playing in 158 games.
Garner is currently the head coach for the University of Connecticut women’s basketball team.
27. Kelly Mazzante
Career
- High school: Montoursville, (Montoursville, Pennsylvania)
- College: Penn State (2000–2004)
- WNBA draft 2004 / Round: 2 / Pick: 18th overall
- Selected by the Charlotte Sting
- Playing career: 2004–2011
- Position: Guard
- Number: 13, 33
- 2004–2006: Charlotte Sting
- 2007–2009: Phoenix Mercury
- 2011: Atlanta Dream
- 2× WNBA champion (2007, 2009)
- Points: 933 (4.7 ppg)
- Rebounds: 327 (1.6 rpg)
- Assists: 173 (0.9 apg)
Kelly Mazzante was born in 1982 in Williamsport, Pennsylvania. Mazzante attended high school at Montoursville. She played college basketball at Penn State.
Mazzante was drafted in the 2004 WNBA Draft by the Charlotte Sting. Mazzante played for the Sting until 2011. Mazzante has since played for the Tulsa Shock, Seattle Storm, and Las Vegas Aces.
Mazzante has won two WNBA Championships with the Shock in 2009 and 2010. Mazzante is currently a free agent. Mazzante has been named to the WNBA All-Star team twice, in 2009 and 2010.
Kelly Mazzante was a standout player for the Charlotte Sting from 2004 to 2006 before joining the Phoenix Mercury in 2007.
She was an All-Star for the Mercury in 2007 and won a championship with the Dream in 2011. Kelly Mazzante is a strong defender and is known for her hustle on the court.
She is a natural leader and has a lot of experience playing in the WNBA. Kelly Mazzante is a valuable member of her team and is always looking to contribute.
She is a great ambassador for the WNBA and is loved by her fans. Kelly Mazzante is a hard worker and is always looking to improve her game. She is a valuable member of the community and is a great role model for young girls.
Kelly Mazzante is a very dedicated player and is always looking to contribute to her team. She is a great leader on and off the court and is loved by her teammates and fans.
Kelly Mazzante is a three-time WNBA All-Star and was voted the 2011 WNBA Most Valuable Player. She is a valuable member of the Dream and will continue to be a key player for the team in the future. Kelly Mazzante is a great ambassador for the WNBA and is loved by her fans.
She is a great role model for young girls and has a lot of experience playing in the WNBA. Kelly Mazzante is a valuable member of the community and is a great role model for young girls.
She is a dedicated player and is always looking to contribute to her team. Kelly Mazzante is a three-time WNBA All-Star and was voted the 2011 WNBA Most Valuable Player. She is a valuable member of the Dream and will continue to be a key player for the team in the future.
28. Nikki Greene
Seattle Storm
Career
- High school: Diboll (Diboll, Texas)
- College: Penn State (2009–2013)
- WNBA draft 2013 / Round: 3 / Pick: 26th overall
- Selected by the Phoenix Mercury
- Playing career: 2013–present
- 2013–2014: Samsung Life Blueminx
- 2014: Los Angeles Sparks
- 2014–2015: A.S. Ramat Hasharon Electra
- 2015–2016: CCC Polkowice
- 2015: Connecticut Sun
- 2016–2017: Sleza Wroclaw
- 2017–2019: Bnot Hertzeliya
- 2019: Pszczolka AZS-UMCS Lublin
- 2019: Hobart Huskies
- 2019–2021: Angers - Union Feminine Basket 49
- 2022–present: Whai
- French LF2 champion (2021), PLK champion (2017), TBA Defensive Player of the Year (2022), Third-team All-Big Ten (2013), Big Ten All-Defensive Team (2011)
Greene was a standout player at Diboll High School in Texas, where she helped lead her team to a state championship in 2009. She played college basketball for Penn State, and was drafted by the Phoenix Mercury in the 2013 WNBA draft.
Greene has made an impact in her short career, playing for both the Samsung Life Blueminx and the Los Angeles Sparks. Greene is a powerful forward and center who is known for her strong rebounding and shot-blocking abilities. Greene is a hard worker who is always looking to improve her game.
She is an important part of the Phoenix Mercury roster. Greene is married and has two young children. She is a role model to her fans and is committed to her community. Nikki Greene was a standout player at A.S.
Ramat Hasharon Electra and led her team to a French LF2 championship in 2021. Greene then played for the Polish team CCC Polkowice, where she was a top performer and helped the team to a PLK championship.
Greene then joined the Connecticut Sun in 2016, where she averaged 11.8 points and 5.5 rebounds per game. Greene then moved to Sleza Wroclaw in 2017, where she helped the team to a Polish League Championship.
Greene then joined the Bnot Hertzeliya team in 2019. Greene is currently playing for the Hobart Huskies.
Greene has been a key player for the Huskies, averaging 17.1 points and 5.2 rebounds per game. Greene has also been selected to play for the Angers - Union Feminine Basket 49 team in the French Women's League 2.
Greene is a standout defender, and has been selected to play in the Third-team All-Big Ten and the Big Ten All-Defensive Team.
29. Brandon Taylor
Penn State Nittany Lions men's basketball
Career
- High school: Trenton Catholic Academy, (Hamilton, New Jersey)
- College: University of Utah (2012–2016)
- NBA draft: 2016 / Undrafted
- Playing career: 2016–present
- 2016–2017: Alba Fehérvár
- 2017–2018: Steaua Bucharest
- 2018–2019: Bergamo Basket 2014
- 2019–2020: Le Mans Sarthe Basket
- 2020–2021: Pallacanestro Reggiana
- 2021–2022: BCM Gravelines-Dunkerque
- 2022–present: Ningbo Rockets
- Third-team All-Big Ten (2016)
Brandon Taylor played college ball at the University of Utah, where he was a two-time All-American. He was drafted by the Rockets in the second round of the 2016 NBA draft.
Taylor is known for being a point guard with good shooting and passing skills. In his rookie season with the Rockets, he averaged 10.4 points, 3.5 rebounds, and 4.6 assists per game.
In the 2018-19 season, he was named to the All-NBA Third Team. Brandon Taylor is married to his college sweetheart, and they have a one-year-old daughter together. Taylor is a devout Mormon and has spoken about his faith a number of times.
Taylor is a native of Willingboro Township, New Jersey. He is a citizen of the United States. Brandon Taylor is a 2016 undrafted free agent who has played for Alba Fehérvár, Steaua Bucharest, and Bergamo Basket 2014 in his career. He was a Third-team All-Big Ten player in 2016.
Brandon has played in 141 games in his career, averaging 9.8 points and 4.5 rebounds. Brandon is currently playing for Ningbo Rockets.
30. Jamelle Cornley
Career
- High school: Brookhaven (Columbus, Ohio)
- College: Penn State (2005–2009)
- NBA draft: 2009 / Undrafted
- Playing career: 2009–present
- 2009–2010: Fort Wayne Mad Ants
- 2012: Rain or Shine Elasto Painters
- 2012: JL Bourg
- 2015: Caballeros de Culiacán
- 2015–2016: Incheon Electroland Elephants
- 2017–2018: Atletico Echague Parana
- 2018–present: Club Malvín
- PBA champion (2012 Governors'), PBA Best Import (2012 Governors'), Second-team All-Big Ten – Media (2009), Third-team All-Big Ten – Media (2008), Third-team All-Big Ten – Coaches (2009), Big Ten Freshman of the Year (2006), Big Ten All-Freshman Team (2006), National Invitation Tournament MVP (2009)
Cornley was a highly touted prospect coming out of high school, and was selected by the Indiana Pacers with the 29th overall pick in the 2009 NBA draft.
However, he never played in the NBA, instead playing in the NBA Development League and in Europe. Cornley is most well known for his time with the Fort Wayne Mad Ants, where he was a two-time champion (2009, 2010) and led the team in scoring both seasons.
Cornley has also played for the Erie BayHawks, Bakersfield Jam, and the Austin Toros. He is currently playing with the Club Malvín in the Liga Uruguaya de Básquetbol. Cornley is a very versatile player, able to play both small forward and power forward positions.
He is also a very good shooter, averaging over 16 points per game in his career. Cornley is a hard worker, and is always looking to improve his game. He is a leader on his team, and is a major factor in their success. Cornley is a native of Normal, Illinois, and is married.
31. Mike Watkins
Career
- High school: , Mathematics, Civics and Sciences Charter School, (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania), The Phelps School, (Malvern, Pennsylvania)
- College: Penn State (2016–2020)
- Playing career: 2020–present
- 2020–2021: Cimarrones del Choco
- 2021-: Hapoel Haifa
- NIT champion (2018), Big Ten All-Defensive Team (2018)
Mike Watkins was born on August 10th, 1995 in Philadelphia, PA. He attended Math, Civics and Sciences Charter School and played for the school's basketball team.
In 2013, he played for Hapoel Haifa in the Israeli Basketball Premier League. He averaged 11.2 points and 7.8 rebounds per game for Haifa in 2013-14. In 2014-15, he averaged 12.5 points and 8.2 rebounds per game for Haifa.
He was named to the Israeli All-Star team in both of the past two seasons. In 2016, he signed with the Atlanta Hawks. He was waived by the Hawks on October 22nd, 2016. He has since signed with Maccabi Kiryat Gat of the Israeli Premier League.
Mike Watkins is a promising young basketball player who is quickly making a name for himself on the college level. Watkins was a key player for Cimarrones del Choco in the NIT championship this past season, and he is expected to be a key player for Penn State in the future.
Watkins is a defensive specialist who excels at defending the 3-point line, and he is also a capable scorer. Watkins is a versatile player who can play both guard positions, and he is expected to be a major contributor for the NIT champions this season.
Watkins is a hard worker who is always putting in the extra effort on the court, and he is expected to continue to improve in the future.
Watkins is a top prospect who is expected to have a long and successful career in basketball. Watkins is a high-character player who is always willing to help his team win, and he is a valuable member of the Penn State basketball team.
Watkins is a young player with a lot of potential, and he is expected to continue to improve and develop his skills in the future. Watkins is a talented player with a bright future in basketball, and he is expected to be a major contributor for Penn State in the future.
32. Jeff Brooks
Reyer Venezia
Career
- High school: Doss (Louisville, Kentucky)
- College: Penn State (2007–2011)
- NBA draft: 2011 / Undrafted
- Playing career: 2011–present
- 2011–2012: Aurora Jesi
- 2012–2013: Cantù
- 2013–2014: Juvecaserta
- 2014–2015: Dinamo Sassari
- 2015–2016: Avtodor Saratov
- 2016–2018: Unicaja Malaga
- 2018–2021: Olimpia Milano
- 2021–present: Reyer Venezia
- 2x Italian Cup winner (2021, 2015), 4× Italian Supercup winner (2020, 2018, 2014, 2012), EuroCup champion (2017), Italian Serie A champion (2015), Italian League All-Star (2014)
Jeff Brooks was a power forward for the Louisville Cardinals in the NCAA and then in the NBA. Brooks was undrafted and played in the 2011 NBA Summer League.
Brooks signed with the Italian club Reyer Venezia in the LBA in the summer of 2013. Brooks averaged 10.5 points and 6.1 rebounds in the 2013–14 season. Brooks averaged 13.4 points and 7.6 rebounds in the 2014–15 season.
Brooks averaged 15.7 points and 8.6 rebounds in the 2015–16 season. Brooks averaged 17.4 points and 10.4 rebounds in the 2016–17 season. Brooks averaged 16.2 points and 11.1 rebounds in the 2017–18 season. Brooks averaged 14.8 points and 9.9 rebounds in the 2018–19 season.
Jeff Brooks is an American soccer player who has played for Italian clubs Aurora Jesi and Cantù. Brooks has won two Italian Cups with Aurora Jesi in 2011 and 2015.
He also won the Italian Supercup in 2020 and the Italian League All-Star award in 2014. Brooks joined Italian side Dinamo Sassari in 2014 and helped the club to win the Serie A title in 2015.
He then moved on to Unicaja Malaga in 2016. Brooks returned to Italy in 2018 and joined Serie A side Reyer Venezia. He has so far helped the club to win the Italian Cup in his debut season.
33. Aki Collins
Aki Collins is an American basketball coach who has spent the last 14 years coaching in the NCAA. He has coached at a number of schools, most notably Southern Illinois, Colorado State, and Xavier.
Collins has guided his teams to a number of impressive accomplishments, including two Final Four appearances at Southern Illinois and Xavier, as well as five NCAA tournament appearances.
Collins was recently named the head coach of the FIBA Americas U18 Championship team, and he will be leading the team in their inaugural tournament in Spain this July.
Collins is currently a assistant coach for the Texas Longhorns men's basketball team. Aki Collins played college ball at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. Collins is a hard worker and has a lot of potential.
Collins has had stints with the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Maine Red Claws of the NBA Development League. Collins is currently an amateur evaluation scout for the Oklahoma City Thunder.
34. Peter Lisicky
Peter Lisicky played college basketball at Providence College. Lisicky was drafted by the Milwaukee Bucks in the second round of the 1998 NBA Draft. Lisicky played for the Bucks, Philadelphia 76ers, Boston Celtics, Phoenix Suns, and Washington Wizards.
Lisicky retired in 2013. Lisicky is a two-time NBA All-Defensive Second Team selection. Lisicky is a Polish American. Lisicky was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Lisicky has two children.
Lisicky is a motivational speaker. Lisicky played professionally for several years, most notably in Italy's Lega Basket Serie A and EuroLeague.
He has a strong rebounding ability and averaged 9.3 rebounds per game in his career. Lisicky is a versatile player, able to score in a variety of ways, including from inside and out.
He is a good passer and has a high basketball IQ. Lisicky is also a good defender, able to harass opposing players off the ball. Lisicky is a natural leader and has a lot of experience in the European leagues.
He is expected to be a key player for the Czech Republic in the EuroBasket 2017.
35. Maggie Lucas
Indiana Fever
Career
- High school: Germantown Academy, (Fort Washington, Pennsylvania)
- College: Penn State (2010–2014)
- WNBA draft 2014 / Round: 2 / Pick: 21st overall
- Selected by the Phoenix Mercury
- Playing career: 2014–present
- Position: Shooting guard
- 2014–2016: Indiana Fever
- 2018: Atlanta Dream
- 2018: Dallas Wings
- USBWA All-American (2013), Big Ten Freshman of the Year (2011), 2x Big Ten Player of the Year (2013, 2014)
Maggie Lucas was born on November 29, 1991, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She attended Germantown Academy, a high school in Fort Washington, Pennsylvania.
Maggie played college basketball for Penn State. She was drafted by the Phoenix Mercury in the 2014 WNBA draft. Maggie has played for the Mercury, the Chicago Sky, and the Tulsa Shock in the WNBA.
Maggie is a three-time All-Star and a two-time WNBA champion. She has also won a gold medal with the USA Women's National Team. Maggie is married and has two children. Maggie is a motivational speaker and a spokesperson for various charities.
Lucas is a shooting guard who has played in the WNBA since 2014. Lucas was a two-time Big Ten Player of the Year and was named a USBWA All-American in 2013. Lucas has had a prolific career in the WNBA, averaging 13.7 points and 4.5 rebounds per game.
Lucas has been a part of three different teams in the WNBA, including the Indiana Fever, Atlanta Dream, and Dallas Wings. Lucas is a key part of the Dream's backcourt and is averaging 18.2 points and 6.8 rebounds per game this season.
Lucas is a key member of the United States women's national basketball team and has competed in the 2016 Rio Olympics and the 2017 World Cup. Lucas is a leader on the Dream and is an important part of the team's future.
36. Tina Nicholson
Cleveland Rockers
Career
- High school: Downingtown, (Downingtown, Pennsylvania)
- College: Penn State
- WNBA draft 1997 / Round: 3 / Pick: 20th overall
- Selected by the Cleveland Rockers
- Position: Guard
- Number: 11
- 1997: Cleveland Rockers
- 2x First-team All-Big Ten, Consensus third-team All-American
Tina Nicholson was born in 1973 in Downingtown, Pennsylvania. Nicholson attended high school at Downingtown and played college basketball at Penn State.
Nicholson was drafted by the WNBA in 1997 and played for the Charlotte Sting and the Phoenix Mercury. Nicholson is married with two children. Nicholson currently works as a basketball coach at her alma mater, Downingtown High School.
Tina Nicholson was a standout guard for the Cleveland Rockers of the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA) from 1997-2002. She was a two-time first-team All-Big Ten selection and consensus third-team All-American. Nicholson led the WNBA in assists twice and was a three-time All-Star.
She retired after the 2002 season and later served as an assistant coach with the WNBA's Minnesota Lynx.
37. Alex Bentley
Connecticut Sun
Career
- High school: Ben Davis (Indianapolis, Indiana)
- College: Penn State (2009–2013)
- WNBA draft 2013 / Round: 2 / Pick: 13th overall
- Selected by the Atlanta Dream
- Playing career: 2013–present
- 2013: Atlanta Dream
- 2014–2018: Connecticut Sun
- 2014–2015: Tarbes Gespe Bigorre
- 2015–2016: Yakin Dogu
- 2016–2017: Adana ASKİ SK
- 2017–2018: Nadezhda Orenburg
- 2018–2019: Atlanta Dream
- WNBA All-Star (2015), WNBA All-Rookie Team (2013)
Alex Bentley was born in Indianapolis, Indiana, on October 27, 1990. Bentley played college basketball at Penn State and was drafted by the Atlanta Dream in the 2013 WNBA Draft.
In her two seasons in the WNBA, Bentley has averaged 9.5 points, 2.7 assists, and 1.1 steals per game. Bentley has also played for the Phoenix Mercury and Connecticut Sun in the past.
Alex Bentley is a forward who has played in the WNBA for three seasons. Bentley has played for the Atlanta Dream and Connecticut Sun. In her three seasons in the WNBA, she has averaged 7.5 points and 5.9 rebounds per game.
She was selected to the WNBA All-Rookie Team in 2013. Bentley has also represented the United States in international competition. Alex Bentley is a natural leader on the court, and her team is typically able to play more efficiently when she is on the court.
Alex Bentley is currently a free agent, and she is expected to sign with a new team in the near future. Alex Bentley is a hard worker and is always looking to improve her game. Alex Bentley is a talented player who is always looking to contribute to her team in any way possible.
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Penn State has a long and proud history of basketball, having been a part of the NCAA s Division I since the late 1800s. Many of the school’s best players have gone on to have successful careers in the NBA, including Allen Iverson, Darryl Dawkins, and Tim Hardaway.
The Nittany Lions have had some success in recent years, making it to the NCAA Tournament in each of the past five seasons.
