Duluth Express

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The train is leaving Duluth traveling to Anniston Alabama this Sunday.

The Express lane is straight west on I-20 across the State line.

If you miss the train, you can still get tickets to support your Express at tickets.usbn.pro

And caught the game on USBNtv YouTube Channel.

Duluth Express looking to continue to be on the right track!

The Duluth Express welcomes Kymani Reid # 2 to the roster.

Reid is a guard who brings serious offensive firepower to the Express. Known as a big-time scoring threat, Kymani is the type of player who puts pressure on the defense every time the ball touches his hands.

AKA Bucket Getter — when he has the ball, it is straight to it. Nothing more. Nothing less.

This season, Kymani Reid brings confidence, scoring ability, and offensive energy to the Duluth Express.

All Aboard. This is the Duluth Express.

Player Spotlight: Mani Siddiq # 3

The Duluth Express welcomes Mani Siddiq # 3 to the roster.

Siddiq is a guard who brings a complete basketball mind to the Express. On the court, Mani is known as an unselfish player with a high IQ for the game, consistently making the right plays and helping elevate the teammates around him.

Offensively, he brings real value as a lights-out shooter who understands spacing, timing, and how to play winning basketball.

Off the court, Mani’s experience as a business owner and team general manager gives him a rare perspective on leadership, preparation, and team-building.

This 2026 USBC season, Mani Siddiq is focused on helping the Duluth Express earn a trophy with his talent on the court.

All Aboard. This is the Duluth Express.

Player Spotlight: Nyle Boone # 11

The Duluth Express welcomes Nyle Boone to the roster.

Boone is a 6’2” guard from Tucker, Georgia who brings toughness, energy, and competitive edge to the Express. A product of Parkview High School, Nyle is known as a tenacious defender and a tough shot maker who is not afraid of big moments.

With experience in the 1v1 scene in the OBL, Boone brings a battle-tested mindset and the confidence to compete every time he steps on the floor.

This season, Nyle Boone is bringing energy, hard work, and defensive pressure to the Duluth Express.

All Aboard. This is the Duluth Express.

Erik Thomas | Guard # 7

The Duluth Express welcomes Erik Thomas to the roster.

Thomas brings proven experience, scoring ability, and toughness to Duluth. He played three years of varsity basketball at South Forsyth High School, continued his career at Prince George’s Community College, and has built an impressive résumé with 14 years of semi-pro basketball experience.

On the court, Erik is known as a lethal outside shooter and an elite finisher who can create problems for defenses from multiple spots.

With his experience and tenacity, Erik Thomas gives the Duluth Express another veteran competitor ready to help the team make noise in the 2026 USBC season.

All Aboard. This is the Duluth Express.

RUSS # 4

The Duluth Express welcomes Russell James Vitale # 4 to the roster.

Known simply as RUSS, he brings influence, confidence, and a strong basketball identity to the Express. Born in New Jersey with deep Georgia roots, RUSS made his mark locally at powerhouse Roswell High School.

Recently, his game has continued to expand beyond Georgia, earning opportunities to compete in Vietnam in the Vietnam ProAm Basketball Championship (VBC), as well as in The Crew League.

Now, it is about home. His city. His team. His mission.

RUSS plans on helping bring a trophy to the Duluth Express.

All Aboard. This is the Duluth Express.

Player Spotlight: Dante Bailey # 1

The Duluth Express welcomes Dante Bailey # 1 to the roster.

Bailey is a 6’7” small forward / shooting guard from Chicago, Illinois with a basketball résumé built across college, international leagues, and American minor league basketball.

Before turning pro, Dante began his college career at Seminole State College in Oklahoma before transferring to UT Martin, where he competed at the NCAA Division I level in the Ohio Valley Conference.

After college, Bailey continued building his professional career with experience connected to the NBA G League Texas Legends training camp, along with international stops in Russia, Canada, Armenia, Uruguay.

Now, Dante Bailey brings size, versatility, and global pro experience to the Duluth Express.

All Aboard. This is the Duluth Express.

Player Spotlight: Deontre’ Brown # 5

The Duluth Express welcomes Deontre’ Brown # 5 to the roster.

Brown began his basketball journey after graduating and playing at the University of West Georgia. After college, his game took him overseas, with stops in Abu Dhabi and Brazil’s second-highest professional division.

Deontre’ still gets buckets — and now he teaches others how to get theirs.

Known as Mr. UNGUARDABLE, Brown is also a professional trainer helping develop the next generation of players who can score, create, and compete at a high level.

Now, Mr. UNGUARDABLE brings that skill, experience, and scoring mentality to the Duluth Express.

All Aboard. This is the Duluth Express.