BORN: –
LAST TEAM: Pace Setters (NCAA II)
HEIGHT: 178 cm
WEIGHT: 79 kg
PRO
- Playmaking – Court vision
- On the ball defense
- Slasher
WEAKNESSES
- Shooting range
- Size – physicality
- Possession management
VIDEO
ACTUAL
POTENTIAL
INTRODUCTION
Tray Alexander during his collegiate basketball career played across multiple D-2 institutions. Prior to joining the Setters, he played at Saint Rose and Florida Southern where he did not receive any honors. At Pace, his impact was profound; in his junior year, he was named to the Second Team and the All-Defensive Team. However, it was in the 2024-25 season that he was consecrated, as he was named the Northeast-10 (NE10) Conference Player of the Year (the first in program history) and earned First Team All-Conference and All-Defensive Team honors. He also received the D2CCA East Region Player of the Year award, highlighting his exceptional performance. He was the second-best assist leader in all of NCAA-2 with 8.7 per game.
PHYSICAL
Tray Alexander may be considered undersized, but he compensates with a solid build that allows him to absorb contact effectively. His agility and quickness enable him to navigate through defenses and maintain a high level of play. While not possessing elite athleticism, his balance and coordination contribute significantly to his performance on both ends of the court. Developing additional strength could further enhance his ability to compete against more physically imposing opponents at the professional level.
OFFENSIVE PHASE
Tray Alexander is a floor general capable of creating advantages for himself and his teammates. His ball-handling skills and low center of gravity make him difficult to contain; he attacks the rim and can score off the dribble from mid-range (46.7% from 2-P on 13.1 attempts). However, his three-point shooting is a significant limitation: both in terms of reliability (31.3% in the last season) and volume (15/48 over 32 games total). His court vision is evident from his 8.7 assists per game, ranking second in Division II. He excels in pick-and-roll situations, making good reads and delivering passes both above the rim and swinging out to the perimeter for an open shot. He prefers to play at a fast pace, though his limited shooting range can lead him to force some rim attacks, resulting in turnovers (3.6 per game, with an assist/turnover ratio of +2.43). Overall, he has great leadership, and his style of play can generate excitement, but the combination of size and shooting consistency will need to be evaluated at the pro level.
DEFENSIVE PHASE
Tray Alexander is a tenacious and intelligent player. Twice named to the All-Defensive Team, he led Division II with 3.0 steals per game. His quick hands and lateral mobility allow him to be a pest on the ball, disrupt opposing offenses, and create transition opportunities. He has good timing on double-teams and is active in the passing lanes. Despite his height, he contributes effectively to team defense with energy and few lapses in focus. However, his size can be a disadvantage against larger guards and in mismatch situations in the paint.
IMPROVED AREAS
Tray Alexander must focus on improving his three-point shooting, both in terms of consistency and volume, to become a more complete offensive threat. Defenses currently sag off him due to his 31.3% efficiency from deep on low attempts, limiting spacing for both himself and his teammates. While his playmaking is elite, the limited space of action without a reliable shot leads him to forced drives and recognizing when to reset the offense. Adding strength will also be crucial, allowing him to absorb contact better on drives and hold his ground against bigger opponents on defense. Overall, he is a player who deserves attention for his style of play and can make an impact in a medium-low level league. If he makes significant improvements in his shooting range, he could transform into a player for much more important stages.