Nasty Nati, the Cincinnati alumni team, has added former Bearcat Troy Caupain to its roster for The Basketball Tournament's regional at Fifth Third Arena from July 19-24. Caupain, who had a successful run with Nasty Nati last summer, will join Cincinnati alums Jacob Evans, Jarron Cumberland, Mamoudou Diarra, and Marquez Letcher-Ellis as the first five commitments for the team's roster. During his time with Nasty Nati, Caupain averaged 6.5 points, 6.0 rebounds, and a team high of 4.5 assists per game, contributing to the team's win at the Xavier Regional. With an impressive record of appearing in 137 total games and starting 102 during his four years at Cincinnati, Caupain left a mark by leading his Bearcat teams to qualify for the NCAA Tournament in all four years. His professional career includes stints with the Lakeland Magic of the NBA G-League and currently playing for UCAM Murcia CB in Spain.

By the Numbers
  • Caupain averaged 6.5 points, 6.0 rebounds, and 4.5 assists per game with Nasty Nati last summer
  • Caupain appeared in 137 total games and started 102 during his four years at Cincinnati
  • Caupain's career with Cincinnati included four NCAA Tournament qualifications and 515 career assists
State of Play
  • Nasty Nati's roster for the regional at Fifth Third Arena is shaping up with the addition of Troy Caupain
  • Tickets for the 2024 Cincinnati Regional will go on sale at a later date with various teams vying for TBT's $1 million grand prize
Bottom Line

Troy Caupain's return to the Nasty Nati roster adds experience and skill, strengthening the team's lineup and boosting their chances in the upcoming regional tournament.