Tyrese Davis (206-F, college: TAMIU) is a 206cm forward from Frisco, Texas that completed his rookie season with the BG Aschersleben Tigers (Germany-Regionalliga) averaging 15,3ppg, 9,9rpg, 1,7apg and 1,1bsg.. He began his basketball career with Frisco highs choo. He then played a season at Eastland college (JUCO) and then played 3 seasons at Texas A&M International University (NCAA2) playing 63 games averaging 5.0ppg, 3.9rpg, 4.7ppg, 2.3rpg, and as a senior averaged 6.8ppg, 2.9rpg, FGP: 54.0%, FT: 66.7%. He spoke to germanhoops.com about basketball.

Thanks Tyrese for talking to germanhoops.com. You played your rookie season for BG Aschersleben Tigers (Germany-Regionalliga) How blessed do you feel being a pro despite coming from Division 2? It´s not so usual that D-2 guys go pro and you didn´t have the explosive stats.

I feel blessed, I have always had this goal to become pro and take basketball to the next level and I know what I´m capable of so I´m just focused on grinding and making others realize the same.

As a guy coming from Texas, how have you learned to appreciate the country Germany and Aschersleben?

Yes, the people and the atmosphere is totally different but I like it here and respect their way of living.

What was it like getting fed nicely from point guard Niks Salenieks? What have you appreciated most about his game?

Niks is good point guard who can create for others and himself but it feels good knowing I have a pg that came from top league in Latvia and has the experience to give.

Your teammates with young German Yannick Von Hain. How has he shown you that he is way more than just a 3 and D player?

Yannick has a good three point shot but he has shown that he can also finish when going down hill.

How key has German power forward Fabio Galiano been for you in the early months? He is a guy with vast Pro B experience and knows the Regionalliga. How has he helped your game most?

He is really good on defense and challenges me everyday in practice, he has been key for us because he can guard 1-5 when it is needed.

Let´s talk about your game. You’re a 206cm forward. If you had to compare your game to a NBA player who would best fit the description?

I dont really compare myself to other players because I like to take bits and parts from others game and add it to mine. That could be the physical moves or even the mentality of the player.

Talk a little about your game. You can score and rebound but what other strengths does your game have?

Communication and energy because everyone needs to talk but when it is quiet I have to step up and talk and bring energy

What kind of a defender are you now and what kind of defender do you still want to become?

I´m very aggressive on defense but I´m adjusting to this league so I want to become less aggressive while maintaining the defensive pressure.

On what areas of your game are you working on most so you can continue to improve your game?

I have been working on shooting the ball from mid range and three and also 1 on 1 defense from the perimeter

You began at Eastfield College (JUCO). Every guy that I have interviewed that played JUCO has said that JUCO was tough but an experience that they wouldn´t have traded in for the world. How was it for you?

I would say the same, juco wasn´t a walk in the park because the man beside you wanted your spot and you had to earn it and fight everyday even if you had it.

What memories do you have of the 2020 JUCO Final 4. What will you never forget from that run?

This was a good year because we had a really diverse team and many key players but I think we played hard even to the end of the game

You played at Texas A&M International University (NCAA2) from 2020-2023 playing a total of 63 games. How did your game develop best in these 3 years?

.I became a better defensive player and built a stronger mentality.

You had many great games in your senior year against schools like CMU, WMNU, UT Tyler or Tamuk. What was your fondest game there?

All the games that we won, if I contributed to us winning the game. But I would say tamuk

How did Mac McConnel groom and prepare you best for a professional career?

He made me a better defensive player and prepared me for anything mentally

Who won a 1-1 in practice you or Mike Rivera?

Me anytime

Who was the toughest player that you ever faced in your life that reached the NBA?

I would say Quentin Grimes

Please list your 5 best teammates of all-time?

Tiras Morton, Tre Thomas, Deangelo Smith, Greg Bowie, Daniel Kiely

What is your personal NBA Mount Rushmore?

Jordan, Lebron, KD, Wilt

Who is your GOAT and why?

My goat will be Kevin Durant. I really admire the style of play he has and the mentality on and off the court. His game has a lot to take from because he stays perfecting his craft.

Did you see the sequel to the classic Coming To America? Shouldn´t they have left it alone?

The sequel was horrible haha, yes they should’ve left it where it was.

Thanks Tyrese for the chat.