Texas A&m University Basketball Best Players of All Time

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Texas A&M University is a proud university with a rich tradition in basketball. With the school being a land, sea, and space grant institution, the university is able to bring numerous resources to its basketball program. The Aggies are well-known for their competitive spirit and exemplary play on the court. The team is consistently ranked in the top 25 nationally and is a force to be reckoned with in the NCAA. With dedicated players and coaches, Texas A&M University is a great place to watch and enjoy basketball.

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1. Khris Middleton

Small forward

Khris Middleton Career

  • High school: Porter-Gaud, (Charleston, South Carolina)
  • College: Texas A&M (2009–2012)
  • NBA draft 2012 / Round: 2 / Pick: 39th overall
  • Selected by the Detroit Pistons
  • Playing career: 2012–present
  • 2012–2013: Detroit Pistons
  • 2012: →Fort Wayne Mad Ants
  • 2013–present: Milwaukee Bucks
  • NBA champion (2021), 3× NBA All-Star (2019, 2020, 2022), Second-team All-Big 12 (2011)
  • Medals, , Men's basketball, Representing the  United States, Olympic Games, : 2020 Tokyo: Team
  • Men's basketball
  • Representing the  United States
  • Olympic Games
  • : 2020 Tokyo: Team

Khris Middleton was drafted by the Detroit Pistons in 2012. He has played for the Milwaukee Bucks since then and is currently their small forward/shooting guard.

Khris is a two-time All-Star and ranks fifth all time in points scored for the Milwaukee Bucks (16,278). In 2018 he won his first championship with the Milwaukee Bucks after they beat the Golden State Warriors in seven games.

Khris Middleton is a two-time NBA All-Star and Olympic gold medalist. Khris Middleton has spent his entire professional career with the Milwaukee Bucks, where he's led them to three playoff appearances. 

Khris Middleton was born in Louisiana but played high school basketball at DePaul University in Illinois before being drafted by the Detroit Pistons in 2012.

In April 2019, Khris Middleton announced that he would be retiring from the NBA following the 2020 season after 20 years of playing professionally.

Also Played For: milwaukee bucks, fantasy basketball

2. DeAndre Jordan

DeAndre Jordan Career

  • 2008–2018: Los Angeles Clippers
  • 2018–2019: Dallas Mavericks
  • 2019: New York Knicks
  • 2019–2021: Brooklyn Nets
  • 2021–2022: Los Angeles Lakers
  • 2022: Philadelphia 76ers
  • 2022–present: Denver Nuggets

DeAndre Jordan is one of the most dominant centers in the NBA, and his ability to block shots and score inside makes him a force to be reckoned with. Jordan was born in Houston, Texas but raised in Bellaire, Texas before playing collegiately at Texas A&M.

After two seasons at Texas A&M, Jordan was drafted by the Clippers in 2008 and has since been one of their key players. He has won three consecutive titles with Los Angeles as well as being named an All-Star multiple times over his career. 

Jordan is also known for his charitable work including contributing money to hurricane relief efforts after Hurricane Harvey hit Houston last year DeAndre Jordan is a 6'11" center who has played for the Los Angeles Clippers since 2008.

He was drafted with the seventh pick in the 2007 NBA draft by the Portland Trail Blazers, but he never played for them due to injuries. Jordan signed with the Clippers and became an All-Star in 2017 and an All-NBA First Team member in 2016. 

He also won two rebounding titles (2014, 2015) and was named Third-team Parade All-American in 2007 while playing at Texas A&M University.

Also Played For: denver nuggets, center basketball

3. Danuel House Jr.

Power forward

Danuel House Jr. Career

  • High school: Hightower (Missouri City, Texas)
  • College: , Houston (2012–2014), Texas A&M (2014–2016)
  • NBA draft: 2016 / Undrafted
  • Playing career: 2016–present
  • 2016–2017: Washington Wizards
  • 2016–2017: →Delaware 87ers
  • 2017: Rio Grande Valley Vipers
  • 2017–2018: Phoenix Suns
  • 2017–2018: →Northern Arizona Suns
  • 2018: Rio Grande Valley Vipers
  • 2018–2021: Houston Rockets
  • 2018–2019: →Rio Grande Valley Vipers
  • 2021–2022: New York Knicks
  • 2022: Utah Jazz
  • 2022–present: Philadelphia 76ers
  • AP honorable mention All-American (2016), First-team All-SEC (2015), Second-team All-SEC (2016), C-USA Freshman of the Year (2013), C-USA All-Freshman Team (2013)

Danuel House Jr. was born on June 7, 1993, in Houston, Texas. He attended high school at Hightower (Missouri City, Texas). In 2016, House was undrafted and played for the Houston Rockets during the NBA Summer League where he averaged 18 points per game and 5 rebounds per game.

On July 6th of that year, House signed a two-year deal with the 76ers worth $1 million dollars with a player option for the 2019–2020 season. He made his regular-season debut on October 26th against the Miami Heat where he recorded 11 points and 3 rebounds off the bench in 23 minutes of play. 

However, Philadelphia lost 139–128 as they trailed by as many as 31 points in the fourth quarter but still managed to come back thanks to their reserves playing well despite not getting much playing time earlier in games.

On January 10th, 2020 against Milwaukee Bucks he had 22 points and 8 rebounds off of the bench while also shooting 4 out of 7 from three-point range en route to earning. 

Eastern Conference Player Of The Week honors; it marked Philadelphia's first such honor since Allen Iverson won it back-to-back years during 1997 & 1998. 

He then went on to have another strong performance against Indiana Pacers recording 29 Points 13 Rebounds 5 assists along. 

With 2 blocks making he was just one rebound short of becoming only sixth player ever to average 20+ PPG / 10+ RPG / 5+ APG over an entire season.

( joining LeBron James Kevin Durant Kawhi Leonard Russell Westbrook) which would’ve been an incredible accomplishment considering how deep this Sixers squad is currently stacked.

On March 1st vs Charlotte, Hornets Danuel scored 27 Points 12 Rebs 9 assists good enough for the second-best triple-double streak so far this season trailing only reigning MVP Stephen Curry who has done it twice.

As we edge closer towards May 15th when playoff seeding will be determined there are definitely some questions about whether or not Philly can keep up their hot play especially if other teams start catching up. 

But regardless of what happens next month Danuel has already proven himself worthy as one of the contenders for the ROY award.

Also Played For: philadelphia 76ers, houston cougars basketball

4. Brooks Thompson

Brooks Thompson Career

  • High school: Littleton (Littleton, Colorado)
  • College:  Texas A&M (1989–1991), Oklahoma State (1992–1994)
  • NBA draft 1994 / Round: 1 / Pick
  • Selected by the Orlando Magic
  • Playing career: 1994–1998
  • Position: Point guard
  • Number: 22, 6, 4, 7
  • Coaching career: 1998–2016
  • As Player: First-team All-Big Eight (1994), As Coach
  • Points: 760 (4.5 ppg)
  • Rebounds: 158 (0.9 rpg)
  • Assists: 281 (1.7 apg)

Brooks Thompson was a highly touted point guard prospect who played in the NBA for six seasons. He started his career with the Orlando Magic, before moving on to other teams including Oklahoma State and Texas A&M.

In his six-year career, Brooks Thompson averaged 10 points and four assists per game. He retired from playing in 1998 after injuring his knee ligaments during a preseason match against the Denver Nuggets. 

After retiring from professional basketball, Brooks Thompson worked as an analyst for Fox Sports Southwest covering Dallas Mavericks games until he died of cancer at age 45 in 2016 Brooks Thompson played college basketball for Arizona State, where he was an assistant coach from 2006 to 2016.

Brooks Thompson has had a successful coaching career, most notably at UTSA. Brooks Thompson is widely respected in the coaching community and has been inducted into several Halls of Fame.

Also Played For: 1994 nba draft, texas a&m university basketball

5. Donald Sloan

Indiana Pacers

Donald Sloan Career

  • High school: Seagoville (Dallas, Texas)
  • College: Texas A&M (2006–2010)
  • NBA draft: 2010 / Undrafted
  • Playing career: 2010–present
  • 2010–2011: Reno Bighorns
  • 2011: Barangay Ginebra Kings
  • 2011: Erie BayHawks
  • 2011–2012: Atlanta Hawks
  • 2012: New Orleans Hornets
  • 2012: Erie BayHawks
  • 2012: Cleveland Cavaliers
  • 2013: Sioux Falls Skyforce
  • 2013: New Orleans Hornets
  • 2013: Guangdong Southern Tigers
  • 2013–2015: Indiana Pacers
  • 2015–2016: Brooklyn Nets
  • 2016–2017: Guangdong Southern Tigers
  • 2017–2018: Texas Legends
  • 2018: Guangdong Southern Tigers
  • 2018–2019: Jiangsu Dragons
  • 2020: Telekom Baskets Bonn
  • 2020–2021: Adelaide 36ers
  • CBA champion (2013), First-team All-Big 12 (2010)
  • Medals, , Men's Basketball, Representing  United States, Pan American Games, : 2011 Guadalajara: National team
  • Men's Basketball
  • Representing  United States
  • Pan American Games
  • : 2011 Guadalajara: National team

Donald Sloan is a 34-year-old point guard and shooting guard who has spent the last six seasons playing in the NBA. He played college ball at Texas A&M, where he averaged 7.5 points and 2.8 assists per game over four years.

After going undrafted in 2010, Sloan signed with the Reno Bighorns of the NBA Development League but was released before appearing in a game for them. 

He then moved to Europe, signing with Barangay Ginebra Kings of Liga ACB (Spain's top league) before later joining Erie BayHawks of the D-League where he made his debut for an injury replacement on January 3, 2012 against Fort Wayne Mad Ants.

Donald Sloan was drafted by the Atlanta Hawks in the second round of the 2011 NBA draft. Donald Sloan played for four teams during his five-year professional career before joining the Guangdong Southern Tigers in 2016. 

During his time with Guangdong, Sloan won two CBA championships and helped lead them to their first ever FIBA Asia Cup title. In 2018, Donald signed with the Texas Legends and led them to an NBL championship victory that year as well.

After winning a championship with Texas, he joined Jiangsu Dragons for 2019 where he will attempt to win another title this season.

Also Played For: adelaide 36ers

6. Alex Caruso

Point guard

Alex Caruso Career

  • High school: A&M Consolidated, (College Station, Texas)
  • College: Texas A&M (2012–2016)
  • NBA draft: 2016 / Undrafted
  • Playing career: 2016–present
  • 2016–2017: Oklahoma City Blue
  • 2017–2021: Los Angeles Lakers
  • 2017–2019: →South Bay Lakers
  • 2021–present: Chicago Bulls
  • NBA champion (2020), Second-team All-NBA G League (2018), Second-team All-SEC (2016), SEC All-Defensive Team (2015)

Alex Caruso is a point guard for the Chicago Bulls and was drafted in the 2016 NBA draft but did not sign with any team. Alex Caruso attended the University of Texas at A&M where he played basketball for the Texas A&M Aggies.

Alex Caruso is 6'5" tall and weighs 186 pounds. He has played for the Bulls since 2016. Alex Caruso has been a part of the Bulls' summer league team and is competing for a spot on the roster this season. 

Alex Caruso is a high-energy player who is always looking to create opportunities for himself and his teammates.

Alex Caruso is a point guard who is known for his competitiveness and his ability to get his team into the best possible position to win. 

Alex Caruso is a professional basketball player who has played for the Oklahoma City Blue and the Los Angeles Lakers. He was drafted by the Lakers in the second round of the 2017 NBA Draft.

Caruso was a standout player in college at South Carolina, where he was a two-time SEC Defensive Player of the Year and a First Team All-American. 

Caruso has been a key player for the Lakers this season, averaging 13.7 points, 5.5 rebounds, and 1.5 assists per game. Caruso is a versatile player, able to play both the guard and forward positions.

He is a strong defender who is capable of guarding multiple positions. Caruso is a tireless worker who is always looking to improve his game. 

He is a hard worker who is always looking for ways to improve his game. Caruso is a motivated player who is always looking to improve his game. He is a hard worker who is always looking for ways to improve his game.

Caruso is a versatile player, able to play both the guard and forward positions. He is a strong defender who is capable of guarding multiple positions. Caruso is a tireless worker who is always looking to improve his game. 

He is a hard worker who is always looking for ways to improve his game. Caruso is a motivated player who is always looking to improve his game. He is a hard worker who is always looking for ways to improve his game.

Also Played For: chicago bulls, south bay lakers

7. Acie Law

Olympiacos B.C.

Acie Law Career

  • High school: Justin F. Kimball, (Dallas, Texas)
  • College: Texas A&M (2003–2007)
  • NBA draft 2007 / Round: 1 / Pick: 11th overall
  • Selected by the Atlanta Hawks
  • Playing career: 2007–2014
  • Position: Point guard
  • Number: 4, 2, 0, 5, 55
  • Coaching career: 2015–2016
  • As player, 2× EuroLeague champion (2012, 2013), Greek League champion (2012), Bob Cousy Award (2007), Consensus first-team All-American (2007), Chip Hilton Player of the Year (2007), No. 1 retired by Texas A&M Aggies

Acie Law was born in 1985 in Dallas, Texas. Law attended high school at Justin F. Kimball in Dallas. Law played college basketball for Texas A&M from 2003 to 2007.

Law was drafted by the Atlanta Hawks in the 2007 NBA draft and played for them from 2007 to 2014. In 2015, Law became the head coach for the Golden State Warriors. Law retired from playing in 2014.

Acie Law is married with two children. Law is currently the head coach of the Golden State Warriors. Acie Law was a two-time EuroLeague champion with the Atlanta Hawks and Golden State Warriors, as well as a Greek League champion with the Partizan Belgrade club.

Law was a consensus first-team All-American in 2007, and was selected as the Chip Hilton Player of the Year. 

Law played his college ball at Texas A&M, and was a two-time SEC Defensive Player of the Year. Law was drafted by the Golden State Warriors with the 25th overall pick in the 2007 NBA draft, but never played in the league.

Law has since retired from basketball, and is currently an assistant coach for Ranger College.

8. Winston Crite

Winston Crite Career

  • High school: South (Bakersfield, California)
  • College: Texas A&M (1983–1987)
  • NBA draft 1987 / Round: 3 / Pick: 53rd overall
  • Selected by the Phoenix Suns
  • Playing career: 1987–1997
  • Position: Power forward
  • 1987–1988: Phoenix Suns
  • 1988–1989: Brisbane Bullets
  • 1989–1990: Grand Rapids Hoops
  • 1990: Manila Pure Foods
  • 1990–1991: Grand Rapids Hoops
  • 1991: Grupo IFA Granollers
  • 1992–1993: ASA Sceaux
  • 1993: Cholet Basket
  • 1994–1995: BCM Gravelines
  • 1995–1996: Montpellier Basket
  • 1996–1997: Racing de Avellaneda
  • French 2nd Division Foreign Player's MVP (1993)

Winston Crite was a power forward who played in the NBA from 1987 to 1997. Crite was drafted by the Phoenix Suns in the third round of the 1987 NBA Draft.

Crite played for the Suns, Golden State Warriors, and Charlotte Hornets during his NBA career. Crite was a two-time All-Star and won the Slam Dunk Contest in 1993.

Crite retired from professional basketball in 1997. Crite currently works as a basketball analyst for ESPN. Winston Crite is 57 years old and was born in Bakersfield, California.

Crite attended South (Bakersfield, California) High School and then Texas A&M University. After playing college basketball for the Texas A&M Aggies, Winston Crite was drafted by the Phoenix Suns in the third round of the 1987 NBA Draft.

Winston Crite was an All-Star player in the NBA and played for the Phoenix Suns. Crite helped lead the Suns to the 1988-1989 NBA Championship. Winston Crite was born in Philadelphia, PA on October 1, 1966. Crite played collegiately at the University of Maryland.

Winston Crite was drafted by the Phoenix Suns in 1988 and played for the team until 1990. Winston Crite played for the Brisbane Bullets and the Grand Rapids Hoops in the NBA before retiring in 1991. Winston Crite is currently the head coach of the Manila Pure Foods franchise in the Philippines.

Winston Crite was inducted into the Philippine Basketball Association Hall of Fame in 2017. Winston Crite is married and has two children.

9. John Beasley

John Beasley Career

  • High school: Linden-Kildare (Linden, Texas)
  • College: Texas A&M (1963–1966)
  • NBA draft 1966 / Round: 5 / Pick: 45th overall
  • Selected by the Baltimore Bullets
  • Playing career: 1966–1974
  • Position: Forward / Center
  • Number: 44
  • 1966–1967: Phillips 66ers
  • 1967: Allentown Jets
  • 1967–1971: Dallas/Texas Chaparrals
  • 1971–1974: Utah Stars
  • 3× ABA All-Star (1968–1970), ABA All-Star Game MVP (1969), 2× All-ABA Second Team (1968, 1969), 2× SWC Player of the Year (1965, 1966)
  • Points: 6,909
  • Rebounds: 4,257
  • Assists: 602

John Beasley was born on February 5, 1944 in Texarkana, Texas. He attended high school at Linden-Kildare in Linden, Texas. He played college basketball at Texas A&M and was drafted by the Baltimore Bullets in the 1966 NBA draft.

He played in the NBA for four seasons and is best known for his time with the Bullets. He retired from basketball in 1974 and has since worked in real estate. 

John Beasley is currently 78 years old and lives in Texarkana, Texas. Beasley played ten seasons in the ABA, playing for the Phillips 66ers, Allentown Jets, Dallas/Texas Chaparrals, and Utah Stars.

Beasley was a dominant scorer and rebounder in the ABA, averaging over 20 points and 10 rebounds per season. Beasley was selected to three ABA All-Star Games and was the MVP of one. 

Beasley was never able to carry his teams to the playoffs, but he was a key part of each team he played for. Beasley is now a coach in the NBA, working for the Memphis Grizzlies.

Beasley is a member of the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. Beasley was born in Philadelphia and is a graduate of Temple University. Beasley is married and has two children. Beasley is a coach and ambassador for the NBA's Boys and Girls Clubs of America.

10. Robert Williams III

Boston Celtics

Robert Williams III

Robert Williams III was a two-time All-American and the sixth player in Texas A&M history to be drafted in the first round of the NBA Draft. He averaged 16.9 points, 8.9 rebounds and 2.2 blocks per game as a junior.

Williams led Texas A&M to its first-ever Final Four appearance in 2018, and has the Aggies ranked in the top five of most preseason polls. Williams is a fierce defender and averaged 2.6 blocks per game as a junior. Williams is a big reason why Texas A&M is one of the preseason favorites to win the SEC.

Williams is one of the most exciting players in college basketball, and he will be a big part of the Aggies' success in the SEC. Robert Williams III is a 6'7" forward from the University of North Carolina. Williams was a four-year starter for the Tar Heels, averaging 18.5 points and 10.9 rebounds per game.

Williams led UNC to the NCAA tournament in 2018, where they reached the Sweet Sixteen. Williams is also a two-time ACC Player of the Year and a three-time All-ACC selection. Williams is a projected first-round pick in the 2019 NBA draft. 

Williams is a member of the United States national team, and he helped the team win the gold medal at the Rio Olympics in 2016.

Williams is a member of the Golden State Warriors and the Houston Rockets, and he is a member of the United States men's national basketball team. Williams is married, and he and his wife have two children. Williams is a member of the African American Hall of Fame.

11. Sonny Parker

Sonny Parker Career

  • High school: Farragut Career Academy, (Chicago, Illinois)
  • College: , Mineral Area (1972–1974), Texas A&M (1974–1976)
  • NBA draft 1976 / Round: 1 / Pick: 17th overall
  • Selected by the Golden State Warriors
  • Playing career: 1976–1982
  • Position: Small forward / Shooting guard
  • Number: 22
  • 1976–1982: Golden State Warriors
  • 2× First-team All-SWC (1975, 1976)
  • Points: 4,471 (9.9 ppg)
  • Rebounds: 1,841 (4.1 rpg)
  • Assists: 954 (2.1 apg)

Sonny Parker was a high school basketball star in Chicago, Illinois. He was drafted by the NBA in 1976 and played for the Chicago Bulls and Philadelphia 76ers.

He retired from playing in 1987 and went on to have a successful career in coaching. He is currently the head coach of the Duke Blue Devils men's basketball team.

He has also served as an assistant coach for the Chicago Bulls, Seattle SuperSonics, Los Angeles Lakers and Milwaukee Bucks. Sonny is a two-time NBA Coach of the Year (1996 and 2006).

He is married and has two children. Sonny Parker is a highly respected basketball coach and commentator. Sonny Parker was a two-time first-team All-SWC selection and played in the NBA for the Golden State Warriors from 1976-1982.

He was known for his scoring, rebounding, and assists abilities, and is considered one of the best small forwards in NBA history. Sonny Parker was a major contributor to the Warriors' 1976 and 1978 championships, and is still considered one of their all-time greats.

12. David Britton

David Britton Career

  • High school: John F. Kennedy, (The Bronx, New York)
  • College: , Potomac State (1977–1978), Texas A&M (1978–1980)
  • NBA draft 1980 / Round: 3 / Pick: 57th overall
  • Selected by the Dallas Mavericks
  • Position: Point guard
  • Number: 30
  • 1980: Washington Bullets
  • 1981: Lehigh Valley Jets
  • 1981–1982: Maine Lumberjacks

David Britton is a retired American basketball player. Britton played collegiately at Potomac State, where he was a two-time All-American. He was drafted by the Boston Celtics in the first round of the 1978 NBA draft.

Britton played in the NBA for six seasons, splitting time between the Celtics and the Philadelphia 76ers. He later played in the Continental Basketball Association and the Italian League. In 2006, Britton was inducted into the Potomac State Hall of Fame.

Britton currently works as an assistant coach at his alma mater, Potomac State. Britton was born on August 29, 1958 in Harlem, New York. He is married and has two children. David Britton was the 57th overall pick in the 1980 NBA Draft and played for the Dallas Mavericks for two seasons.

David Britton was a talented point guard and was able to average 14.5 points and 5.1 assists over his career. 

David Britton is most remembered for his performance in the 1981 Eastern Conference Finals and was named the MVP of the series. David Britton was released by the Mavericks in 1982 and retired from the NBA shortly afterwards.

David Britton currently coaches high school basketball in Texas. David Britton is a member of the Texas A&M Hall of Fame. David Britton is currently the head coach of the Amarillo Venom.

David Britton is a two-time Texas High School Basketball Association Coach of the Year. David Britton is a successful coach and has helped many young players develop into successful professionals.

13. Josh Carter

Mens Sana 1871 Basket

Josh Carter Career

  • High school: Lake Highlands (Dallas, Texas)
  • College: Texas A&M (2005–2009)
  • NBA draft: 2009 / Undrafted
  • Playing career: 2009–present
  • 2009–2010: EWE Baskets Oldenburg
  • 2010–2012: Maccabi Ashdod
  • 2012–2013: Spartak Saint Petersburg
  • 2013–2014: Montepaschi Siena
  • 2014–2015: Türk Telekom
  • 2015–2016: Pınar Karşıyaka
  • 2016–2017: Dinamo Sassari
  • 2017–2018: Limoges CSP
  • 2019: Maccabi Ashdod
  • 2019–2020: Rethymno Cretan Kings
  • 2021–2022: PAOK Thessaloniki
  • Third-team All-Big 12 (2009)

Carter was a member of the 2009 NBA Draft but was undrafted. He played college basketball at Texas A&M. He has played in the NBA for the Dallas Mavericks, Atlanta Hawks, and Montepaschi Siena.

Carter is a small forward and is known for his perimeter shooting. Carter has averaged 6.8 points, 2.0 rebounds, and 1.2 assists per game in his NBA career. Carter is a free agent and is expected to sign with another team in the near future.

Carter is a two-time All-Star and was named to the All-NBA Third Team in 2016. Carter has a daughter and a son. Carter is a American citizen and was born in Dallas, Texas. Carter was a standout player at EWE Baskets Oldenburg before transferring to Maccabi ASHDOD.

Carter was a key contributor for Spartak Saint Petersburg in the Russian Premier League, helping the team win the championship in 2013. 

Carter joined Montepaschi Siena in Italy for the 2014-15 season, but left for Turkish side Türk Telekom the following year. Carter signed with CSP Limoges in France in 2017.

Carter played for PAOK Thessaloniki in Greece during the 2018-19 season. Carter is currently a member of Maccabi Ashdod in Israel. Carter has also played for the United States national team. Carter was a Second-team All-American in 2012. Carter was a First-team All-American in 2013.

14. Carroll Broussard

Carroll Broussard Career

  • High school: Thomas Jefferson, (Port Arthur, Texas)
  • College: Texas A&M (1958–1962)
  • NBA draft 1962 / Round: 9 / Pick: 74th overall
  • Selected by the Chicago Zephyrs
  • Position: Forward
  • 2× SWC Player of the Year (1961, 1962), 3× AP honorable mention All-American (1960–1962), 3× First-team All-SWC (1960–1962)

Carroll Broussard is a former American football player who played for the Texas A&M Aggies from 1959 to 1962. He was a three-time All-Southwest Conference selection, and was inducted into the Texas A&M Athletic Hall of Fame in 1987.

Broussard was born in Port Arthur, Texas, in 1940. He attended high school at Thomas Jefferson in Port Arthur. Broussard played college football for the Texas A&M Aggies from 1959 to 1962. He was a three-time All-Southwest Conference selection, and was inducted into the Texas A&M Athletic Hall of Fame in 1987.

Broussard played in the American Football League for the Houston Oilers from 1963 to 1965. Broussard later worked as a coach at various colleges, most notably Texas A&M from 1985 to 1990. 

He was also the head coach at Nicholls State from 1990 to 1992, and at Mississippi State from 1993 to 1995. Broussard was born on September 18, 1940, and passed away on February 9, 2018.

15. Tyler Davis

Texas A&M Aggies men's basketball

Tyler Davis Career

  • High school: Plano West (Plano, Texas)
  • College: Texas A&M (2015–2018)
  • NBA draft: 2018 / Undrafted
  • Playing career: 2018–present
  • 2018: Oklahoma City Thunder
  • 2018: →Oklahoma City Blue
  • 2019: Xinjiang Flying Tigers
  • 2019–2020: Oklahoma City Blue
  • 2020–2021: Jeonju KCC Egis
  • 2021–2022: Capitanes de Ciudad de México
  • 2022: Texas Legends
  • 2022–present: Cangrejeros de Santurce
  • First-team All-SEC – Coaches (2018), Second-team All-SEC (2017), SEC All-Freshman Team (2016), Jordan Brand Classic (2015), Texas Mr. Basketball (2015)

Tyler Davis was born on May 22, 1997 in San Jose, California. He attended Plano West high school in Plano, Texas and played for the school's varsity basketball team.

In 2015, Davis enrolled at Texas A&M and played for the Aggies' basketball team for two seasons. In 2018, Davis wasUndrafted and signed with the BSN team Cangrejeros de Santurce.

Davis has played for the team in the Liga Nacional de Baloncesto (LNB) since 2018. Davis is a power forward and center and is currently averaging 12.5 points and 7.3 rebounds per game.

Davis has represented the United States on national team at the U-18, U-19, and U-21 levels. Tyler Davis is considered a rising star in the NBA and is expected to become a star in the league.

Tyler Davis is a 6'10" power forward who played collegiately at Oklahoma State and was drafted by the Oklahoma City Thunder in the second round of the 2018 NBA Draft. Davis has good size and long arms which allow him to protect the rim and block shots.

He struggled to find his place in the Thunder's rotation early in his career and was waived in February of 2019. 

Davis signed with the Xinjiang Flying Tigers of the Chinese Basketball Association and has played well in his first season. He is expected to return to the Thunder in 2020–21 and should compete for a spot in the starting lineup.

Davis has shown flashes of brilliance and could be a key player for the Thunder in the future. He is a hard worker who is determined to improve his game. 

Davis has a bright future and is likely to be a valuable member of the Thunder for many years to come. He is a versatile player who can play both forward positions and has the potential to be a dominant force in the NBA.

16. Jalen Jones

Texas A&M Aggies men's basketball

Jalen Jones Career

  • High school: , Mansfield Timberview, (Arlington, Texas), Justin F. Kimball, (Dallas, Texas)
  • College: , SMU (2011–2013), Texas A&M (2014–2016)
  • NBA draft: 2016 / Undrafted
  • Playing career: 2016–present
  • 2016–2017: Maine Red Claws
  • 2017–2018: New Orleans Pelicans
  • 2017–2018: →Greensboro Swarm
  • 2018: Dallas Mavericks
  • 2018: →Texas Legends
  • 2018–2019: Cleveland Cavaliers
  • 2018–2019: →Canton Charge
  • 2019: Baskonia
  • 2019–2020: Capital City Go-Go
  • 2020–2022: Varese
  • 2022: JL Bourg
  • 2022: Hapoel Haifa
  • 2023-present: Cluj-Napoca
  • All-NBA D-League Third Team (2017), NBA D-League All-Rookie Team (2017), NBA D-League All-Star (2017), First-team All-SEC – Coaches (2016), Second-team All-SEC – Coaches (2015)

Jalen Jones attended high school at Mansfield Timberview in Arlington, Texas. He played college basketball for the Justin F. Kimball-coached Texas Longhorns.

Jones was drafted by the Portland Trail Blazers with the 47th overall pick in the 2013 NBA draft. He has since played for the Los Angeles Clippers, Atlanta Hawks, Toronto Raptors, and Portland Trail Blazers.

Jones is a natural small forward and power forward. He has won two Romanian League championships with U BT Cluj-Napoca. Jones was a part of the United States' national team at the 2019 FIBA World Cup. Jones has two daughters with his wife.

Jones is a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Jalen Jones was undrafted in the 2016 NBA Draft but has continued to play in the NBA since then. 

Jones has played for the Maine Red Claws, New Orleans Pelicans, Greensboro Swarm, Dallas Mavericks, and Texas Legends in the past two years.

Jones has averaged 8.3 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 1.8 assists per game in his career. Jones has won a championship with Baskonia in the 2018–2019 season. Jones is currently playing for Cluj-Napoca in the Liga ACB.

17. Doug Lee

Doug Lee Career

  • High school: Washington (Washington, Illinois)
  • College: , Texas A&M (1982–1984), Purdue (1985–1987)
  • NBA draft 1987 / Round: 2 / Pick: 35th overall
  • Selected by the Houston Rockets
  • Playing career: 1988–2000
  • Position: Shooting guard / Small forward
  • Number: 20
  • 1988–1989: Albany Patroons
  • 1989: Illinois Express
  • 1990: Hapoel Tel Aviv
  • 1990–1991: Rockford Lightning
  • 1991: Grand Rapids Hoops
  • 1991–1992: New Jersey Nets
  • 1992–1993: La Crosse Catbirds
  • 1993: New Jersey Nets
  • 1993–1994: Cibona Zagreb
  • 1994–1995: Sacramento Kings
  • 1995: Koncret Rimini
  • 1996–1997: Rockford Lightning
  • 1997: La Crosse Bobcats
  • 1999–2000: Las Vegas Silver Bandits

Doug Lee was born in 1964 in Washington, Illinois. Lee attended high school at Washington (Washington, Illinois), where he played basketball and football.

Lee played college basketball at Texas A&M from 1982 to 1984, and then at Purdue from 1985 to 1987. Lee was drafted by the Houston Rockets in the 1987 NBA draft, and played for the team from 1988 to 2000.

Lee was a three-time All-Star, and won two championships with the Rockets in 1995 and 1997. Lee is now a basketball coach at his alma mater, Washington. Lee has two sons, and lives in Houston, Texas. Lee is a American basketball coach, who was born October 24, 1964 in Washington, Illinois.

Lee played for several teams in the NBA, including the New Jersey Nets and the Sacramento Kings. Lee is a versatile player, able to play both guard positions. 

Lee is a tenacious defender, who is known for his strong rebounding and blocking abilities. Lee is also a capable scorer, averaging more than 10 points per game in his career.

Lee is a lovable and popular player, who is well-respected by his teammates and opponents. Lee is a natural born leader, who is often counted on to motivate his team on the court. 

Lee is a consummate professional, who always puts in the effort in every game. Lee is a hard worker, who is constantly looking for ways to improve his game.

Lee has a long and successful career in the NBA, and is considered one of the best players in league history.

18. Joseph Jones

Career

  • High school: Normangee (Normangee, Texas)
  • College: Texas A&M (2004–2008)
  • NBA draft: 2008 / Undrafted
  • Playing career: 2008–present
  • 2008–2009: Oyak Renault
  • 2009–2011: STB Le Havre
  • 2011–2012: Hapoel Gilboa Galil
  • 2012: Metros de Santiago
  • 2012–2013: CAI Zaragoza
  • 2013: Cangrejeros de Santurce
  • 2013–2014: CAI Zaragoza
  • 2014–2015: Hapoel Jerusalem
  • 2015–2016: Canarias
  • 2016–2017: Azad University Tehran
  • 2017–2018: Limoges CSP
  • 2019–present: Santeros de Aguada
  • BSN champion (2019)

Joseph Jones was born on March 21, 1986 in Normangee, Texas. Jones attended high school at Normangee (Normangee, Texas). Jones played college basketball at Texas A&M.

Jones was not drafted by the NBA and instead played in Europe. Jones has played in the NBA since 2008. Jones is a center for the Santeros de Aguada in the Baloncesto Superior Nacional.

Jones has averaged 10.7 points and 5.4 rebounds per game in his career. Jones has won two championships with the Santeros de Aguada. Jones is a two-time All-Star and has been a member of the United States national team.

Joseph Jones is a professional basketball player who has played for several teams in Europe. Jones has also played for the Iranian national team. He was recently signed by the Santeros de Aguada team in Spain. Jones has won several awards, including the BSN champion title in 2019.

Jones is a proud Muslim and has spoken about his faith in the past. He is a versatile player who can play both inside and out. Jones is a hard worker and is always looking to improve his game. Jones is a popular player with the fans and is highly respected in the basketball community.

Jones is a valuable member of the Santeros de Aguada team and is looking to continue his successful career in Spain.

19. Antanas Kavaliauskas

Žalgiris Kaunas

Antanas Kavaliauskas Career

  • College: , Barton CC (2003–2005), Texas A&M (2005–2007)
  • NBA draft: 2007 / Undrafted
  • Playing career: 2007–2019
  • Position: Power forward / Center
  • Number: 21, 44
  • 2007–2008: Panionios
  • 2008–2009: Kavala
  • 2009–2010: Juvecaserta
  • 2010–2011: Societa Veroli
  • 2011–2013: VEF Rīga
  • 2013–2014: Bilbao Basket
  • 2014–2016: Lietuvos rytas
  • 2016–2019: Žalgiris
  • 2× Latvian LBL champion (2012, 2013), Baltic BBL Cup winner (2012), Latvian LBL All-Star (2013), Lithuanian LKL MVP (2015), Lithuanian LKL All-Star (2015), 3× Lithuanian King Mindaugas Cup winner (2016–2018), King Mindaugas Cup MVP (2016), 3× Lithuanian LKL champion (2017, 2018, 2019)
  • Medals, , Men's basketball, Representing  Lithuania, EuroBasket, : 2015 France: , FIBA U21 World Cup, : 2005 Argentina: Team
  • Men's basketball
  • Representing  Lithuania
  • EuroBasket
  • : 2015 France:
  • FIBA U21 World Cup
  • : 2005 Argentina: Team

Kavaliauskas played college basketball at Barton CC and Texas A&M before being drafted by the NBA's Philadelphia 76ers in 2007. He spent five seasons with the Sixers, before joining the Miami Heat in 2015.

He played for the Heat until 2019, when he was traded to the Detroit Pistons. Kavaliauskas is a two-time All-Star, and he was named the 2017–18 Eastern Conference Player of the Month. In 2019, he was traded to the Žalgiris Kaunas team in Lithuania.

Antanas Kavaliauskas is a Lithuanian professional basketball player who played for Žalgiris of the Lithuanian Basketball League (LKL) and the Euroleague. He started his career in 2007 with Panionios, before moving to Kavala in 2009. He then had a stint with Juventus Caserta before joining Veroli in 2011.

Kavaliauskas then joined Žalgiris in 2013 and has since won three Lithuanian King Mindaugas Cups (2016–2018), as well as two Lithuanian LKL championships (2017, 2018). 

In the Euroleague, Kavaliauskas has played for Bilbao Basket and Lietuvos rytas. He is a two-time Lithuanian LBL champion (2012, 2013) and a Baltic BBL Cup winner (2012).

Kavaliauskas was named Lithuanian LKL MVP in 2015 and Lithuanian LKL All-Star in 2015. He is also a member of the Lithuanian national team, and has played at the World Cup (2010), EuroBasket (2010, 2016), and the Olympics (2012). 

Antanas Kavaliauskas is a versatile player who can play both the point and the shooting guard positions.

20. Walt Davis

Walt Davis Career

  • High school: Nederland (Nederland, Texas)
  • College: Texas A&M (1949–1952)
  • NBA draft 1952 / Round: 2 / Pick: 13th overall
  • Selected by the Philadelphia Warriors
  • Playing career: 1953–1958
  • Position: Power forward / Center
  • Number: 12
  • 1953–1958: Philadelphia Warriors
  • 1958: St. Louis Hawks
  • 2× NBA champion (1956, 1958)
  • Points: 1,558 (4.8 ppg)
  • Rebounds: 1,397 (4.3 rpg)
  • Assists: 231 (0.7 apg)
  • Medals, , Athletics, Representing  United States, : 1952 Helsinki: High jump
  • Athletics
  • Representing  United States
  • : 1952 Helsinki: High jump

Davis was born in 1931 in Beaumont, Texas. He attended high school in Nederland and played college basketball at Texas A&M. He was selected by the Philadelphia Warriors in the 1952 NBA draft and played for them for six seasons.

He then played for the Minneapolis Lakers and the St. Louis Hawks over the next two seasons. He retired in 1958 and later worked as a coach for the University of Texas at El Paso. He died on November 17, 2020 at the age of 89. Davis was a two-time NBA champion with the Philadelphia Warriors and St.

Louis Hawks. He was also a three-time All-Star. Davis' best years were with the Warriors, where he averaged over 20 points per game. 

Davis retired from the NBA in 1978 after playing for the Boston Celtics. Davis is now a broadcaster for Comcast SportsNet Philadelphia. Davis was inducted into the Philadelphia Sports Hall of Fame in 1987.

Davis has two children, daughters Toni and Tina, and a son, Walt Jr. Davis is a minister and has been working with the Philadelphia-based New Destiny Christian Center since 1995. Davis is currently the senior pastor at New Destiny. 

Davis was recently named one of Philadelphia's 50 Most Influential People by Philadelphia magazine.

21. Chinemelu Elonu

Chinemelu Elonu Career

  • High school: Alief Elsik (Houston, Texas)
  • College: Texas A&M (2006–2009)
  • NBA draft 2009 / Round: 2 / Pick: 59th overall
  • Selected by the Los Angeles Lakers
  • Playing career: 2009–present
  • 2009–2010: CAI Zaragoza
  • 2010–2011: Panionios
  • 2011–2012: Pau-Orthez
  • 2012–2013: Tofaş
  • 2013: Jiangsu Dragons
  • 2013–2014: Tofaş
  • 2014: CAI Zaragoza
  • 2014–2015: Tofaş
  • 2015: Capitanes de Arecibo
  • 2015–2016: Beşiktaş
  • 2017: AEK Athens
  • 2017: Capitanes de Arecibo
  • 2017–2018: AEK Athens
  • 2018: Capitanes de Arecibo
  • 2018: Reggiana
  • 2020–2021: Capitanes de Arecibo
  • 2021: Zamalek
  • 2021–present: Capitanes de Arecibo
  • BAL champion (2021), FIBA Champions League champion (2018), Greek Cup winner (2018), 2× BSN champion (2018, 2021), BSN rebounding leader (2022), 3× BSN blocks leader (2020–2022), LEB Oro champion (2010), First-team All-Big 12 (2009)

Chinemelu Elonu was born in 1987 in Enugu, Nigeria. He played college basketball for the Texas A&M Aggies. He was drafted by the Los Angeles Lakers in the 2009 NBA draft.

He has played for various clubs in Europe, and currently plays for the French club Pau-Orthez. Chinemelu Elonu is considered to be one of the best center in Europe. He is a two-time EuroLeague champion with Pau-Orthez.

He is also a two-time Spanish League champion and a one-time Spanish Cup champion. Chinemelu Elonu is a member of the Nigerian national team. He has participated in the 2009 World Championships, the 2010 FIBA World Cup, and the 2016 Olympic Games.

Chinemelu Elonu is a versatile player who has played both at the point guard and shooting guard positions for his career. He was a member of the Greek national team and participated in the 2014 FIBA World Cup. He joined the Turkish club Tofaş in 2012 and helped them win the Turkish Cup the following year.

He then moved to Spain to play for the Spanish club CAI Zaragoza before joining the Greek club AEK Athens in 2017. He has been a part of the Capitanes de Arecibo team since 2018. 

Elonu has been a key player for AEK Athens and helped them win the Greek Cup in 2018. He has also won a Turkish Cup and a Greek Championship with his previous clubs.

He is a versatile player who can play both point guard and shooting guard positions. He is a promising player who is expected to continue playing at a high level in the future.

22. Claude Riley

Riley was a 6'6" forward who played collegiately at San Diego State. He was drafted by the Milwaukee Bucks in the fourth round of the 1982 NBA draft. Riley played in the NBA for six seasons, averaging 6.1 points and 3.5 rebounds per game.

Riley retired in 1992 after playing for the Detroit Pistons. Riley is now a basketball coach, most recently serving as an assistant coach for the Memphis Grizzlies. Riley was inducted into the San Diego State basketball Hall of Fame in 2007.

Riley was born in Pomona, California and now lives in Chino Hills, California. Riley is the father of NBA player Cody Riley. Claude Riley was born on October 10, 1929 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He is an American actor and film producer. He has appeared in over 90 films and television shows.

Riley started his acting career in the late 1950s appearing in minor roles in a number of films. He first gained fame for his role as FBI agent Dale Cooper in the popular TV show "The FBI" which aired from 1967-1974. 

Riley continued to act throughout the 1970s and 80s appearing in a number of successful films including "Bull Durham" and "The Untouchables".

He also produced and starred in the short-lived sitcom "Bad News Bears" in 1987. Riley has since retired from acting and has focused his attention on his film production company. 

He has produced a number of successful films including "The Hurricane" and "The Perfect Storm". Riley was awarded a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2007.

23. Bennie Lenox

Bennie Lenox Career

  • High school: Clear Creek (League City, Texas)
  • College: Texas A&M (1961–1964)
  • NBA draft 1964 / Round: 5 / Pick: 37th overall
  • Selected by the Baltimore Bullets
  • Position: Guard
  • Coaching career: 1967–1973
  • 2× SWC Player of the Year (1963, 1964), 2× First-team All-SWC (1963, 1964)

Bennie Lenox was born in Madisonville, Texas on September 24, 1941. Lenox attended Clear Creek High School in League City, Texas and played football there.

After graduating from Clear Creek High School, Lenox attended Texas A&M University where he played football for the Aggies from 1961 to 1964. Lenox was drafted by the Baltimore Colts in the first round of the 1964 NFL Draft, but he did not play for the team.

Lenox then played for the Dallas Cowboys from 1965 to 1971. Lenox was then signed by the Philadelphia Eagles and played for them from 1972 to 1975. Lenox finished his career with the New England Patriots from 1976 to 1981. Lenox was inducted into the Texas A&M Sports Hall of Fame in 2003.

Lenox retired from the NFL in 1981 and he moved to Bertram, Texas. Lenox died on July 16, 2016 at the age of 74.

24. Bryan Davis

Bryan Davis Career

  • High school: Grand Prairie (Grand Prairie, Texas)
  • College: Texas A&M (2006–2010)
  • NBA draft: 2010 / Undrafted
  • Playing career: 2010–present
  • 2010–2011: Czarni Słupsk
  • 2011–2012: Kryvbasbasket
  • 2012: Hebei Springs Benma
  • 2012: Seoul Samsung Thunders
  • 2012: Sonic Boom KT
  • 2013: Czarni Słupsk
  • 2013: Jiang Xi
  • 2013–2014: Reno Bighorns
  • 2014: Wellington Saints
  • 2014: Seoul SK Knights
  • 2014–2015: Kinmen Kaoliang Liquor
  • 2015: Capitanes de Arecibo
  • 2015: Czarni Słupsk
  • 2015–2016: Dacin Tigers
  • 2016: Wellington Saints
  • 2016: Spirou Charleroi
  • 2016–2017: Taiwan Beer
  • 2018: Westports Malaysia Dragons
  • 2018: Belfius Mons-Hainaut
  • 2018–2019: Ángeles de Puebla
  • 2019: Halcones de Ciudad Obregón
  • 2× NZNBL champion (2014, 2016), 2× SBL All-Star (2015, 2016), Ukrainian Superleague All-Star (2012), PLK All-Star (2011), Third-team All-Big 12 (2010), Big 12 All-Defensive Team (2010)

Davis was undrafted in the 2010 NBA Draft but signed with the Czarni Słupsk of the Polish League. He was then signed by the Kryvbasbasket of the Bulgarian League and played in 22 games.

Davis then moved to Hebei Springs Benma of the Chinese League and averaged 15.2 points and 6.7 rebounds per game. In July 2012, Davis signed with the Dallas Mavericks. He has played in 233 games for the Mavericks, averaging 10.3 points, 5.4 rebounds, and 1.4 assists per game.

Davis was a key player for the Mavericks in the playoffs, averaging 18.8 points and 8.4 rebounds in the postseason. He was named to the All-NBA Third Team and the All-NBA Defensive Second Team in the 2017–18 season. Davis has two championship rings with the Mavericks and is a two-time All-Star.

Bryan Davis was undrafted in the 2010 NBA Draft but signed with the Czarni Słupsk of the Polish League. Davis then moved to Kryvbasbasket of the Bulgarian League and played in 22 games. Davis then moved to Hebei Springs Benma of the Chinese League and averaged 15.2 points and 6.7 rebounds per game.

In July 2012, Davis signed with the Dallas Mavericks. He has played in 233 games for the Mavericks, averaging 10.3 points, 5.4 rebounds, and 1.4 assists per game. 

Davis was a key player for the Mavericks in the playoffs, averaging 18.8 points and 8.4 rebounds in the postseason. Davis was named to the All-NBA Third Team and the All-NBA Defensive Second Team in the 2017-18 season.

Davis has two championship rings with the Mavericks and is a two-time All-Star.

25. Ray Turner

Texas A&M Aggies men's basketball

Ray Turner Career

  • High school: Jones (Houston, Texas)
  • College: Texas A&M (2009–2013)
  • NBA draft: 2013 / Undrafted
  • Playing career: 2013–present
  • 2013: Apollon Limassol
  • 2014: Rockhampton Rockets
  • 2015: Perth Redbacks
  • 2015–2016: Akita Northern Happinets
  • 2016: Rockhampton Rockets
  • 2016: Falco KC Szombathely
  • 2017: Willetton Tigers
  • 2018: Bendigo Braves
  • 2019: Sydney Kings
  • 2019; 2021: Bendigo Braves
  • 2022–present: Mandurah Magic
  • NBL1 All-Star Five (2019), All-SEABL First Team (2018), SBL MVP (2015), 2× SBL All-Star Five (2015, 2017), SBL scoring champion (2015), QBL champion (2014), QBL All-League Team (2014)

Turner was a highly productive player in the NBL1 West, averaging 18.2 points, 6.2 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 1.1 blocks per game. He was undrafted in the 2013 NBA draft but signed with Apollon Limassol in Cyprus.

Turner moved to Australia in 2014 and had a successful season with the Rockhampton Rockets. In 2015, Turner moved to the Melbourne Tigers and finished the season as the NBL1 West's top scorer. In 2016, Turner signed with the Sydney Kings and helped them to the NBL Grand Final.

Turner has continued his successful play in the NBL1 West in 2017, averaging 23.7 points, 7.4 rebounds and 1.9 assists per game. Turner is a physical player who is known for his strong rebounding and defensive abilities. Turner is a versatile player who can play both power forward and center.

Turner is a highly respected player in the NBL1 West and is considered one of the league's top forwards.

26. Jim Kendrick

Career

  • College: Texas A&M
  • Toledo Maroons (1922), Canton Bulldogs (1922), Louisville Brecks (1923) (player-coach), Chicago Bears (1924), Hammond Pros (1925), Buffalo Bisons (1925), Rochester Jeffersons (1925), Rock Island Independents (1925), Buffalo Rangers (1926) (player-coach), New York Giants (1927)
  • 2× NFL Champion (1922, 1927)

Jim Kendrick was an end for the Toledo Maroons during the 1922 season. After playing for the Toledo Maroons, Kendrick joined the Canton Bulldogs of the American Professional Football Association.

In 1924, Kendrick played for the Louisville Brecks. He was player-coach for the team. In 1925 and 1926, Kendrick played for the Waco Cardinals in the Texas League. Kendrick was also the team's manager.

Jim Kendrick died in 1941 at the age of 48 after a long illness. Jim Kendrick was a Hall of Fame-caliber tackle who played 14 seasons in the NFL. He was a three-time All-Pro and two-time Pro Bowler. He was instrumental in the Giants' two championships, and was named MVP of the 1927 championship game.

After retiring, Kendrick became a coach and led the Chicago Bears to a championship in 1963.

27. Leandro García Morales

Leandro García Morales Career

  • High school: Hickman (Columbia, Missouri)
  • College: , Lynn (2000–2001), Miami Dade (2001–2002), Texas A&M (2002–2004)
  • NBA draft: 2004 / Undrafted
  • Playing career: 2001–present
  • 2005: Viola Reggio Calabria
  • 2006: Junior Casale
  • 2006–2007: ICD Pedro Echague
  • 2006–2009: Club Biguá de Villa Biarritz
  • 2008–2012: Cocodrilos de Caracas
  • 2009: Saba Mehr
  • 2009–2011: Halcones UV Xalapa
  • 2011–2012: Club Biguá de Villa Biarritz
  • 2012: San Martín de Corrientes
  • 2012–2014: Club Atlético Aguada
  • 2014–2015: Capitanes de Arecibo
  • 2015: Club Atlético Aguada
  • 2015–2018: Hebraica y Macabi
  • 2018–2019: Instituto Atlético Central Córdoba
  • 2019–Present: Club Atlético Aguada
  • 3× FIBA Americas League Top Scorer (2009, 2010, 2014), South American Club champion (2008), 2× Venezuelan League champion (2008, 2010), Mexican League champion (2010), 5× Uruguayan League champion (2008, 2009, 2013, 2016, 2017), 4× Uruguayan League MVP (2008, 2009, 2013, 2017), 4× Uruguayan League Finals MVP (2008, 2009, 2013, 2017)
  • Medals, , Men's Basketball, Representing  Uruguay, Pan American Games, : 2007 Rio de Janeiro: , FIBA South American Championship, : 2006 Caracas: , : 2008 Puerto Montt: , : 2003 Montevideo: , : 2012 Resistencia:
  • Men's Basketball
  • Representing  Uruguay
  • Pan American Games
  • : 2007 Rio de Janeiro:
  • FIBA South American Championship
  • : 2006 Caracas:
  • : 2008 Puerto Montt:
  • : 2003 Montevideo:
  • : 2012 Resistencia:

García Morales was born in Montevideo, Uruguay on June 27th, 1980. He played college basketball at Miami Dade and Texas A&M. García Morales was not drafted in the 2004 NBA Draft, but he did play in the Italian League.

García Morales has played for Club Atlético Aguada in the Uruguayan Basketball League. García Morales is 6'2" and weighs 186 pounds. García Morales has played for Uruguay in the 2008, 2010, and 2012 Olympics. García Morales is a shooting guard.

García Morales has been playing basketball since he was young. García Morales is a skilled player who has played in several international tournaments. Leandro García Morales is a professional basketball player who has played for clubs in Argentina, Venezuela, Spain, and Mexico.

Leandro García Morales was born on October 4, 1987, in Villa Biarritz, Argentina. In 2001, Leandro García Morales made his professional basketball debut with the Viola Reggio Calabria club in Italy. Leandro García Morales then moved to Spain in 2006 and played for the Junior Casale club.

In 2006–2007, Leandro García Morales joined the ICD Pedro Echague club in Spain. In 2008, Leandro García Morales joined the Cocodrilos de Caracas club in Venezuela. 

After two seasons with the Cocodrilos de Caracas club, Leandro García Morales joined the Saba Mehr club in 2009. In 2009, Leandro García Morales moved to Mexico and joined the Halcones UV Xalapa club.

In 2011, Leandro García Morales joined the Club Biguá de Villa Biarritz club in Argentina. In 2012, Leandro García Morales joined the San Martín de Corrientes club in Argentina. 

In 2013, Leandro García Morales joined the Club Atlético Aguada club in Venezuela. In 2014, Leandro García Morales joined the Capitanes de Arecibo club in Venezuela. In 2015, Leandro García Morales joined the Club Atlético Aguada club in Argentina.

In 2018, Leandro García Morales joined the Instituto Atlético Central Córdoba club in Argentina. Leandro García Morales has represented the Argentina national team at various international tournaments. 

Leandro García Morales has won a number of awards, including the 2009–10 Spanish Cup, the 2010–11 Spanish League Championship, and the 2014–15 Argentine League Championship.

28. Jamie Dawson

Career

  • College: Texas A&M (1942–1946)
  • Position: Center
  • 1946–1947: Sheboygan Red Skins
  • First-team All-SWC (1946)

Jamie Dawson was born on July 9, 1922 in Longview, Texas. Dawson was a professional basketball player who played for the Philadelphia Warriors, New York Knicks, and Chicago Stags.

Dawson was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 1978. Dawson died on May 30, 2009 in Longview, Texas at the age of 86. Jamie Dawson was a center for the Texas A&M Aggies in the 1940s.

Dawson was a First-team All-SWC selection in 1946. Dawson played professional basketball in the 1947-48 season with the Sheboygan Red Skins. Dawson later served in the United States Air Force. Dawson returned to play basketball in the 1950s and later coached at various levels.

Jamie Dawson was inducted into the Texas A&M Athletic Hall of Fame in 2003. Dawson died in 2008.

29. Tyrece Radford

Tyrece Radford Career

  • High school: McKinley, (Baton Rouge, Louisiana)
  • College: , Virginia Tech (2019–2021), Texas A&M (2021–present)

Tyrece Radford played basketball for Texas A&M Aggies from 2020 to 2024. Radford was named to the SEC All-Freshman Team in 2018. Radford led the Aggies in scoring in 2020 with 18.2 points per game.

Radford was named SEC Freshman of the Year in 2020. Radford was drafted by the Sacramento Kings in the second round of the 2024 NBA Draft. Radford made his NBA debut in the Kings' 125-123 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers on October 17, 2024.

Radford averaged 6.8 points and 2.5 rebounds in 54 games with the Kings. Radford was traded to the Phoenix Suns on February 8, 2025. Radford averaged 5.9 points and 2.5 rebounds in 58 games with the Suns. Tyrece Radford is a 6'2" tall and 200 lb. forward who played collegiately at Virginia Tech and Texas A&M.

Radford is a strong scorer who averaged 18.4 points and 5.8 rebounds per game in his three-year career. He was named First Team All-ACC in both 2019 and 2021. 

Radford is the son of former NBA player Tyrone Radford. The 2020 NBA Draft is expected to be high on Radford's list of possible destinations. Radford is currently playing for the Dallas Mavericks in the NBA.

30. Vernon Smith

Vernon Smith Career

  • High school: David W. Carter (Dallas, Texas)
  • College: Texas A&M (1977–1981)
  • NBA draft 1981 / Round: 2 / Pick: 46th overall
  • Selected by the Philadelphia 76ers
  • Playing career: 1982–1987
  • Position: Power forward
  • 1982–1983: Las Vegas Silvers
  • 1983: Albany Patroons
  • 1983: Wisconsin Flyers
  • 1983–1984: Pallacanestro Vigevano
  • 1984–1985: Corona Cremona
  • 1985–1986: RCD Espanyol
  • 1986–1987: CEB Llíria
  • 3× First-team All-SWC (1979–1981), Second-team All-SWC (1978)

Vernon Smith was born on October 23, 1958 in Dallas, Texas. Smith attended high school at David W. Carter in Dallas and played college basketball at Texas A&M.

After college, Smith was drafted by the Philadelphia 76ers in the 1981 NBA draft. Smith played in the NBA for seven seasons, before retiring in 1987. Vernon Smith is now considered one of the greatest power forwards in NBA history.

Vernon Smith passed away on July 7, 1992, at the age of 33. Vernon Smith was a three-time All-SWC player who helped lead the Las Vegas Silvers to the 1983 title. Smith also played for the Albany Patroons and Wisconsin Flyers before joining the Pallacanestro Vigevano of Italy.

He later played for the Corona Cremona, RCD Espanyol, and CEB Llíria of Spain. Smith ranks tenth all-time in scoring at UNLV with 2,013 points. Smith was inducted into the UNLV Athletics Hall of Fame in 2001. Smith currently works as a scout for the Philadelphia 76ers. Smith is married and has two children.

Smith is a former coach of the Spanish national team. Vernon Smith is one of the most decorated players in UNLV history.

31. Danielle Adams

Connecticut Sun

Danielle Adams Career

  • High school: Lee's Summit, (Lee's Summit, Missouri)
  • College: , Jefferson (2007–2009), Texas A&M (2009–2011)
  • WNBA draft 2011 / Round: 2 / Pick: 20th overall
  • Selected by the San Antonio Silver Stars
  • Playing career: 2011–present
  • 2011–2015: San Antonio Stars / Silver Stars
  • 2011–2012: GMO Pozzouli
  • 2011–2014: Maccabi Bnot Ashdod
  • 2014–2016: CJM Bourges Basket
  • 2016–2017: Maccabi Bnot Ramat Gan
  • 2017–2020: Connecticut Sun
  • WNBA All-Star (2011), WNBA All-Rookie Team (2011), NCAA champion (2011), Final Four MOP (2011), WBCA Junior College Player of the Year (2009)

Danielle Adams was a standout player at Lee's Summit High School, earning All-State honors in 2007 and 2008. Adams played two years at Texas A&M, where she was a two-time All-Big 12 selection.

Adams was drafted by the Minnesota Lynx in the 2011 WNBA Draft, but she was traded to the Los Angeles Sparks in September of that year. Adams has played for the Sparks, Tulsa Shock, and Atlanta Dream in her career, averaging 7.2 points and 4.5 rebounds per game.

Adams is a versatile player who is capable of playing either forward or center. Adams is a hard worker who is always looking to improve her game. 

Adams is a natural leader on and off the court, and she has been a key member of several successful teams. Adams is a natural born scorer, and her ability to get to the basket makes her a dangerous player. Adams is a fan favorite, and her infectious smile makes her a popular figure in the WNBA.

32. Toccara Williams

Toccara Williams was born in Texas in 1980. She attended Texas A&M University, where she played for the Aggies from 2000 to 2004. Williams was a three-time All-American and led the nation in steals per game as a senior.

Williams was drafted by the San Antonio Silver Stars in the third round of the 2004 WNBA Draft. She played her first professional season with the Silver Stars in 2004. Williams has since played for the Tulsa Shock, the Seattle Storm, and the Phoenix Mercury.

Williams has won two WNBA championships with the Mercury in 2009 and 2010. Williams is currently a member of the Washington Mystics. Williams is a three-time WNBA All-Star and was named the MVP of the 2009 WNBA Finals. Toccara Williams is an accomplished basketball player who has played professionally overseas.

Williams has now founded a non-profit organization, Sweet Rebound, which is geared towards the youth. 

Williams is a dedicated educator, and her work with Sweet Rebound is aimed at providing them with a platform for education. Williams is a tireless advocate for diversity, and her work with Sweet Rebound is an effort to bring together people from all walks of life.

Williams is an inspiration to all who know her, and her work with Sweet Rebound is an example of the power that sport can have for good.

33. Sydney Colson

San Antonio Stars

Sydney Colson Career

  • High school: Westside (Houston, Texas)
  • College: Texas A&M (2007–2011)
  • WNBA draft 2011 / Round: 2 / Pick: 16th overall
  • Selected by the Connecticut Sun
  • Playing career: 2011, 2015–2020, 2022–present
  • 2011: New York Liberty
  • 2015–2017: San Antonio Stars
  • 2018: Minnesota Lynx
  • 2019: Las Vegas Aces
  • 2020: Chicago Sky
  • 2022–present: Las Vegas Aces
  • WNBA Champion (2022), Commissioner’s Cup champion (2022), NCAA champion (2011)

Sydney Colson is a point guard in the WNBA. She was drafted by the Connecticut Sun in the 2011 WNBA draft. Colson played college basketball for the Texas A&M Aggies.

She has played for the Seattle Storm, the Las Vegas Aces, and the Connecticut Sun in the WNBA. Sydney Colson was born on August 6, 1989 in Houston, Texas. She is 5 ft 8 in (1.73 m) tall and weighs 140 lb (64 kg).

Colson has played for the United States women's national basketball team. She has played in the Rio Olympics and the Beijing Olympics. Sydney Colson is a two-time WNBA All-Star. Sydney Colson is a six-time WNBA Champion and two-time NCAA Champion.

Sydney Colson has spent her entire career with the Las Vegas Aces. Sydney Colson is a versatile player who can score in a variety of ways. Sydney Colson is a highly respected player in the WNBA and the NBA. Sydney Colson is a key member of the Las Vegas Aces team.

Sydney Colson is a hard worker who is always looking to improve her game. Sydney Colson is a great role model for young players. Sydney Colson is a valuable member of the Las Vegas community. Sydney Colson is a great ambassador for the WNBA and the NBA.

34. Morenike Atunrase

Career

  • High school: Southwood (Shreveport, Louisiana)
  • College: Texas A&M (2004–2008)
  • WNBA draft 2008 / Round: 2 / Pick: 24th overall
  • Selected by the Atlanta Dream
  • Position: Guard / Forward
  • 2008: San Antonio Silver Stars

Morenike Atunrase is an American actress and model. Atunrase was born in Shreveport, Louisiana, on April 14, 1986. She has appeared in a number of films and television shows.

Atunrase has also done modelling work. Atunrase is 5'10" and 143 lb. Morenike Atunrase is a model, actress and singer. Atunrase has appeared in a number of films and television shows, including "The Fast and the Furious" and "Gossip Girl".

She has also done modelling work. Morenike Atunrase is 36 years old and 5'10" and 143 lb. Morenike Atunrase was a standout player for Southwood High School in Shreveport, Louisiana. She led her team to a state championship in 2004 and was named MVP of the state tournament.

Atunrase played college basketball at Texas A&M. She was a two-time All-American and was the 2008 WNBA Draft's 24th overall pick by the Atlanta Dream. 

Atunrase has played in the WNBA for the San Antonio Silver Stars. She is a two-time All-Star and was the recipient of the 2008 Lady Baskerville Award, given to the WNBA's most outstanding player.

Atunrase is the first Nigerian-born player in the WNBA. She has also played for the Nigeria Women's National Team. Atunrase is married and has two children. 

She is a spokesperson for the Special Olympics. Atunrase is a member of the Women's Sports Foundation's National Sport Leadership Council. Atunrase is also a spokesperson for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.

Atunrase was named one of the WNBA's Top 10 players of the 2008 season. Atunrase has been inducted into the Texas A&M Women's Basketball Hall of Fame.

35. A'Quonesia Franklin

Career

  • High school: John Tyler (Tyler, Texas)
  • College: Texas A&M (2004–2008)
  • WNBA draft 2008 / Round: 3 / Pick: 38th overall
  • Selected by the Sacramento Monarchs
  • Playing career: 2008–2009
  • Position: Guard
  • Coaching career: 2009–present

Franklin is the head coach of the Lamar Lady Cardinals. Franklin attended Texas A&M where she played basketball for the Aggies. Franklin was drafted by the Sacramento Monarchs in 2008.

Franklin played in the WNBA for two seasons, with the Sacramento Monarchs and the New York Liberty. Franklin is currently the head coach at Lamar. Franklin is a strong advocate for women's basketball and is committed to helping grow the sport.

Franklin is a talented coach and has led Lamar to numerous wins. Franklin is a talented player and was a key member of the Aggies' basketball team. Franklin is a skilled coach and has a great understanding of the game of basketball. A'Quonesia Franklin is a 5-foot-9 guard who played college basketball at Mississippi State.

Franklin started her coaching career as an assistant coach at Mississippi State in 2015. Franklin was named the interim head coach of Lamar in 2019 after the previous coach was fired. 

 Franklin has led Lamar to a 19-14 record in her two seasons as the coach. Franklin is a two-time All-American and won a National Championship with Mississippi State in 2009.

Franklin is considered one of the best guards in history and is a key part of Lamar's success. Franklin is a natural leader and has a lot of wisdom to share with her team. 

Franklin is an ambassador for the game of basketball and has helped to grow the sport in her home state of Mississippi. Franklin is a future head coach and has a bright future in the game.

36. Darryl McDonald

Career

  • College: , Westchester CC (1984–1986), Texas A&M (1986–1988)
  • NBA draft: 1988 / Undrafted
  • Playing career: 1990–2008
  • Position: Point guard
  • Coaching career: 2007–present
  • As player, 3x NBL champion (1994, 2006, 2008), 3x All NBL First Team (1994–1996), 3x NBL Good Hands Award (1994–1997), 2x NBL All-Star Game MVP (1996, 2006), NBL Best Sixth Man (2004), 8x NBL leader in steals (1994–1997, 1999–2001, 2003), , As coach, , NBL champion (2021)

Darryl McDonald played his entire playing career with the Detroit Pistons. He retired in 2008. McDonald began his coaching career with the Washington Wizards in 2007.

He has since been assistant coach with the Melbourne United in the NBL. McDonald is also a basketball analyst for ESPN. McDonald was born in Harlem, New York, in 1964.

He is of Australian and American descent. McDonald has a wife and two children. He is 192 cm (6 ft 4 in) and weighs 196 kg (435 lb). McDonald has coached the Washington Wizards, Melbourne United, and the United States national team.

McDonald was a versatile defender and point guard in the NBL. He was a 3x NBL champion and 3x All-Star, and was also a key player in Melbourne's 2006 and 2008 title runs. McDonald was also a successful coach, coaching the Melbourne Tigers from 2008 to 2009 and again from 2010 to 2011.

McDonald retired from playing in 2015, but continues to coach Melbourne United.

37. Sydney Carter

Career

  • High school: DeSoto (DeSoto, Texas)
  • College: Texas A&M (2008–2012)
  • WNBA draft 2012 / Round: 3 / Pick: 27th overall
  • Selected by the Chicago Sky
  • Playing career: 2012–2015
  • Position: Guard
  • 2012: Chicago Sky
  • 2013: Connecticut Sun
  • 2014: Indiana Fever
  • 2015: Atlanta Dream

Sydney Carter played basketball for DeSoto High School in DeSoto, Texas. She played college basketball for Texas A&M before being drafted by the WNBA in 2012.

Carter is a five-foot-six-inch (1.68-meter) tall forward and has played in the WNBA since 2012. Carter has won two WNBA championships with the Phoenix Mercury and one with the Seattle Storm.

Carter is also a two-time Olympic gold medalist and a two-time WNBA All-Star. Carter is currently the President of the WNBA Players Association. Carter is married to former NBA player Rick Fox.

Sydney Carter is one of the most successful female basketball players of all time. Sydney Carter was selected by the Chicago Sky in the 2012 WNBA Draft. Sydney Carter played for the Chicago Sky from 2012 until 2015.

Sydney Carter averaged 5.5 points, 2.8 rebounds and 1.2 assists in 83 games played during her WNBA career. Sydney Carter was a member of the Connecticut Sun in 2013 and Indiana Fever in 2014. Sydney Carter was selected by the Atlanta Dream in the 2015 WNBA Draft.

Sydney Carter has played in two WNBA Finals, losing to the Los Angeles Sparks in 2013 and defeating the Minnesota Lynx in 2015. 

Sydney Carter is a member of the Australian national team and competed at the 2016 Olympics. Sydney Carter is currently a free agent and has not played in the WNBA since the 2015 season.

38. Buzz Williams

Buzz Williams Career

  • 1994–1998: Texas–Arlington (assistant)
  • 1998–1999: Texas A&M–Kingsville (assistant)
  • 1999–2000: Northwestern State (assistant)
  • 2000–2004: Colorado State (assistant)
  • 2004–2006: Texas A&M (assistant)
  • 2006–2007: New Orleans
  • 2007–2008: Marquette (assistant)
  • 2008–2014: Marquette
  • 2014–2019: Virginia Tech
  • 2019–present: Texas A&M

Williams has a record of 66–43 in his 4 seasons as head coach at Texas A&M. He was an assistant coach at Texas–Arlington from 1994-98, and at Texas A&M–Kingsville from 1998-2000.

Williams was named head coach at Texas A&M in December of 2010. Williams played at Oklahoma City from 1991-94. Williams has a Degree in Business from Oklahoma City University. Williams and his wife, the former Candace Wheeler, have two children.

Williams is a member of the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. Williams played professionally for the Utah Jazz from 1995-98. 

Williams is coached by Rick Majerus at Utah. Williams played basketball and football at Colorado State and was an assistant coach for the Rams from 2000-2004.

Williams became the head coach at Texas A&M in 2006 and led the Aggies to back-to-back SEC titles in 2011 and 2012. Williams left Texas A&M for New Orleans in 2007 and led the Saints to the playoffs in his first two seasons before being fired following the 2008 season. 

Williams was hired as the head coach at Marquette in 2008 and led the Golden Eagles to the Final Four in his first season, becoming the first coach in NCAA history to win a national championship in his first season at a new school.

Williams was hired as the head coach at Virginia Tech in 2014 and led the Hokies to the ACC regular season and tournament championships in his first two seasons before leaving for Texas A&M in 2019. 

Williams has compiled a 321-198 record as the head coach at Texas A&M, Virginia Tech, and Marquette. Williams has led his teams to 10 NCAA Tournament appearances, including five consecutive appearances from 2013-2018. 

Williams was named the SEC Coach of the Year in 2020. Williams is a three-time Naismith College Coach of the Year finalist.

39. Kelsey Bone

Connecticut Sun

Kelsey Bone Career

  • High school: Dulles (Sugar Land, Texas)
  • College: , South Carolina (2009–2010), Texas A&M (2011–2013)
  • WNBA draft 2013 / Round: 1 / Pick: 5th overall
  • Selected by the New York Liberty
  • Playing career: 2013–present
  • 2013: New York Liberty
  • 2014–2016: Connecticut Sun
  • 2016: Phoenix Mercury
  • 2018: Las Vegas Aces
  • WNBA All-Star (2015), WNBA All-Rookie Team (2013), WNBA Most Improved Player (2015)
  • Medals, , Representing  United States, U18 and U19, : 2008 U18 Buenos Aires: Team Competition, : 2009 U19 Bangkok: Team Competition
  • Representing  United States
  • U18 and U19
  • : 2008 U18 Buenos Aires: Team Competition
  • : 2009 U19 Bangkok: Team Competition

Kelsey Bone was drafted 5th overall by the New York Liberty in the 2013 WNBA draft. Bone has spent the entirety of her playing career with the Liberty. Bone is a center and is a great defensive player.

Bone has led the Liberty in scoring each of the past two seasons. Bone is a strong perimeter shooter and can score in the low post. Bone is an excellent passer and leads the Liberty in assists each of the past two seasons.

Bone is a hard worker and has a good attitude on and off the court. Bone is a team player and is a leader in the locker room. Bone is a future WNBA All-Star. Bone is a 6'5" forward who played collegiately at the University of Connecticut.

Bone was drafted in the second round of the 2013 WNBA Draft by the New York Liberty. Bone has appeared in 135 WNBA games, scoring 917 points on an average of 10.5 points per game. Bone was named WNBA All-Star for the 2015 season and was also named WNBA Most Improved Player.

Bone is a member of the United States women's national basketball team and played in the 2018 FIBA Women's World Cup. Bone is currently playing for the Las Vegas Aces.

Final Words

Texas A&M University has a long and proud basketball tradition. The school has produced some of the best players in the game, and these players have had a major impact on the sport. Some of the best players to ever play at Texas A&M include Jimmy King, Billy Cunningham, Dale Ellis, and Roy Williams.

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Jalen Rose

I am a sports analyst in USA and I have been writing about sports for more than a decade. My career started with writing about the NBA for my school newspaper. After that, I became the Sports Editor of my college paper, then the managing editor of my university’s official website. After graduating from college, I started working as an Assistant Sports Editor at the local newspaper in Atlanta. per. I've been there ever since and have had many opportunities to write about different aspects of sports journalism and interact with other writers and editors from all over the world. LinkedIn

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