League Lookout: Basketligaen 22/23
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The Top Young Players in Denmark's 1st Division
Denmark's Basketligaen figures among the classic European feeder leagues for higher level competitions. The quality of import signings is steadily improving and has reached a new high in 2022/2023. We have selected the league's top ten younger players with the help of our new ranking system. For further explanations on what the ratings stand for, please check our Glossary section.
1. Tony Carr - PG/SG - Bakken Bears - Score: 70/100
Despite not putting too much emphasis on his Basketligaen games (only 7ppg/3rpg/5apg), the former Penn State star clearly demonstrated his superior talent level by putting up elite numbers in FIBA Basketball Champions League, where he averaged 17/5/6. He was recently rewarded with a mid-season move up to Winner League Israel's Galil Gilboa.
2. Elijah Childs - PF/C - Bakken Bears - Score: 69/100
After starting his pro career in A2 Italy last season, this year, the mobile lefty proved he could hang at the BCL level, as well. Switchable and athletic, he needs to further improve his offensive PF skills to continue to move up the ladder.
3. Mike McGuirl - SG/PG - FOG Naestved - Score: 66/100
At Kansas State, McGuirl was mainly known for his qualities as a defensive stopper. Basketligaen surprise team FOG Naestved allows him to also make use of his considerable offensive arsenal. Brings a reputation as a hard worker in practice, as well.
4. Chris Lykes - PG - Horsens IC - Score: 66/100
The former Miami and Arkansas standout might be the most spectacular player in the Danish top flight. Lightning-quick and dynamic but also pesky on defense when picking up opposing guards full court. The recent wave of diminutive guards succeeding in established European leagues will improve his chances of getting an opportunity there.
5. Deng Adel - SF - Bakken Bears - Score: 66/100
The former Louisville swingman's talent is unquestioned. Despite his size and length, he can function as a secondary creator and is dangerous in transition. Some off-court question marks remain.
6. Ian DuBose - SG/PG/SF - FOG Naestved - Score: 65/100
After a stuttering start to his professional career, the versatile backcourt allrounder seems to have found his niche. He has improved both his playmaking abilities and his outside shooting.
7. Bakary Camara - SF/PF - Randers Cimbria - Score: 64/100
Still a bit raw offensively, the NCAA II alum brings considerable upside at the defensive end where his length and athleticism allow him to guard multiple positions.
8. Rodney Chatman - PG/SG - FOG Naestved - Score: 64/100
Known for his defense at Dayton and Vanderbilt, Chatman also displays his offensive talent in Denmark where he is headed for a 60/50/80 rookie campaign.
9. Devin Whitfield - SF/SG - Svendborg Rabbits - Score: 62/100
Was a star at the NCAA II level, then dominated 2nd league Finland and now shows his versatility at both ends of the floor in Denmark's top league.
10. Jonathan Klussmann - PG/SG - Randers Cimbria - Score: 62/100
His upside might top the entire list due to him being born in 2002 and already assuming a major role on a winning Basketligaen team. BBL Germany clubs are rumored to be interested already.
Other candidates narrowly missing out on the list are old school center Jimbo Lull (Naestved), athletic wing Nathan Scott (Randers), lefty PF Jared Chatham and rim protector Bar Koch (both Horsens), the Herlev trio of PG August Haas, US college prospect Marqus Marion and center Eamonn Joyce, Svendborg combo Jaylen Forbes and former NCAA II wing forward Eysan Wiley (Herlev).
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