INDIANAPOLIS - Coming off a strong final collegiate campaign in 2022-23, former IUPUI standout Chris Osten recently inked a deal with KK Gostivar to begin his professional playing career in Macedonia. Osten, who is represented by VM Hoops Agency, will join the KK Gostivar team that competes in the Macedonian First League. 

"We're all excited for Chris to have this opportunity to continue his playing career," head coach Matt Crenshaw said. "He's one that made the most of his opportunity to play extensive minutes as a graduate transfer, showcase his skills and ultimately reach that goal of playing professionally. 

"His hard work and perseverance has paid off and now we're excited to see what he can do at the next level."

Osten, a 6-foot-9 forward, appeared in 31 games in his lone season as a Jaguar, averaging 9.0 points and 5.3 rebounds per game while shooting a school record 69.1 percent from the field. He ranked second on the team with 22 blocked shots and scored in double-digits 15 times with four double-doubles. His most impressive performance of the year was a 21-point, five rebound night at Robert Morris on Jan. 9. He also had back-to-back double-doubles at the Big Easy Classic in New Orleans, hitting Denver for 14 points and 10 rebounds on Nov. 23, followed by a 14-point, 10-rebound effort against UNO on Nov. 24. 

In addition, he was named to IUPUI's Academic Advisor's List both semesters, earning a 3.0 grade point average in both the fall and spring.