CANYON, Texas – Former West Texas A&M All-American guard Larry Wise has signed a professional contract to play for Södertälje BBK in the Swedish Basketball League.
 
"My time at West Texas was amazing!" said Wise. "I have this opportunity. Now it's time to continue the work and the success going into my pro career."
 
The Waxahachie, Texas product played three seasons for the Buffs while helping WT to an 85-17 overall record including the program's fifth regional title and an appearance in the 2024 NCAA Final Four. Wise, a 2024 Bevo Francis Award Finalist, finished off his stellar career with numerous accolades including NABC All-American, Second Team D2CCA All-American, Lone Star Conference Player of the Year, South Central Region Player of the Year, and South Central Regional Tournament MVP honors. The standout guard set his career-high of 39 points against Lubbock Christian on Feb. 29, 2024, becoming just the seventh player in program history to score 39 or more points in a game.
 
"Larry Wise was a true student athlete at West Texas A&M. He conducted himself like a pro on and off the court!" said WT men's basketball coach Tom Brown. "He was such a great person and did everything for the team. He made all his teammates around him better. He is one of the best to have ever played at WT. He is going to be a great pro, and we are all excited to follow him in the coming years."
 
Wise made 102 career appearances with 98 starts, totaling 1,708 points.  He brought down 492 rebounds for WT with 138 coming on offense to go along with 72 steals, 37 blocks, and 241 assists.  Wise reached double-figure scoring 85 times during his career including 35 20+ point games and four 30+ point games. Wise ended his career in Maroon & White with top 10 standings in career points, three-point field goals, and free throws.
 
Södertälje BBK begins its season October 4.