At least 11 former players from the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley men's basketball team are currently playing or will play professional basketball in 2023-24. Some updates on their performance include Lesley Varner II recording his sixth double-double of the year, Luis Valera notching his fourth double-double, Javon Levi's strong performance in a recent game, Justin Johnson's contributions in a narrow loss, and Shaquille Hines' consistent performance in the Japanese B2 League. Other former UTRGV players are also excelling in various leagues around the world.

By the Numbers
  • Lesley Varner II is averaging 19.3 points, 6.5 rebounds, 1.2 assists, and 1.9 steals through 30 games.
  • Luis Valera is averaging 16.7 points, 6.2 rebounds, and 1.0 assist through 23 games.
  • Javon Levi is averaging 10.2 points, 6.3 rebounds, 4.8 assists, and 3.1 steals.
  • Shaquille Hines is averaging 17.3 points, 7.7 rebounds, and 2.4 assists through 49 games.
State of Play
  • Guadalajara, where Luis Valera plays, is in third place with an 18-5 record.
  • Anwil, the team of Janari Joesaar, sits atop the standings with an 18-5 record.
  • Halcones de Xalapa, the team of Paul Stoll, will face Flamengo in the semifinals of the BCLA, starting on April 13.
Bottom Line

Former UTRGV men's basketball players continue to make their mark in professional basketball leagues across the globe, showcasing their skills and contributing to their respective teams' performances.