Mark Smith, a 25-year-old American guard, has joined ratiopharm Ulm. After an impressive 2022-23 season with BG Göttingen and a stint in Japan with Nagasaki Velca, the 1.93m player returns to the easyCredit BBL, bringing his versatile skill set to the Ulm squad.
Standout Performances Across Leagues
Smith made headlines in 2022-23 with Göttingen, scoring 28 points, grabbing 8 rebounds, and dishing 7 assists in a win over Ulm. He averaged 16.7 points and led the league with 7.1 rebounds, finishing as the top rebounding guard. In the FIBA Europe Cup, he posted 12.5 points and 7.5 rebounds, while his 2024-25 season in Japan yielded 18.6 points per game.
Tactical Value for Ulm’s Lineup
Sport director Thorsten Leibenath highlights Smith’s intensity, defensive presence, and playmaking, noting his unusual rebounding ability for a guard. His experience in Spain with Zaragoza (14.8 points, 5.6 rebounds) and Japan positions him to enhance Ulm’s roster, aiming for a competitive edge in the 2025-26 season.
Posted on: 21 July 2025, 12:01 CET
