Self-made and versatile American Forward (95’) who played in the small University of Westmont NAIA) and took his first steps as a professional in the Spanish minor leagues. When he got the opportunity in the Spanish LEB Silver, he was one of the best players in the competition playing for Ponferrada (17 points, 7 rebounds, 2 assists per game). These performances led him to jump to LEB Gold in the 2020/21 season, where playing for the surprising Palma (8p-4r-1.5s) he reached the Playoffs for move up to ACB, a milestone that, this past season, was repeated with Oviedo Baloncesto. In this team, McDonnell put bigger numbers in all stats compared to the previous year, averaging 10.1 points, 6.5 rebounds and 1 assist per game with 50% 2P, 40% 3P and almost 80% FTs, showing himself as a complete player. He had the total confidence of his coach, as it is showed as he was the player with more minutes in the team.

In his style, McDonnell stands out above all for his versatility, energy and winning character, all factors that allow him to always perform at a high level of activity on the court. Also, the American player scores the open shots (40% 3-pointers) and attacks the rim in one-on-one situations or where he receives the ball in advantage. He’s able to stop and shoot from mid-range. The same way, he can run transitions as a handler, setting up his own baskets or assisting to others. The transition comes, in most of times, because of his great rebounding power, which has led him to finish the season as the 8th best rebounder in the league (2nd among non-bigs), with averages of more than 2 offensive rebounds per game (maximum in the league for non-Centers). In putbacks (baskets after an offensive rebound), no one has surpassed him this year (24). Also, due to his aggressive and energy, he forces many fouls and FTs, being his % excellent for his position. Despite playing mostly as a 4 this year he can play as a 3 (where he played the 20-21 season), and this versatility explores almost unimaginable levels on defense, where McDonnell can defend 1 through 5, being the ideal player for switching defenses. He is quick to defend 1s and 2s and has switched this year with ‘bigs’, being able to hold 5s or anticipate them. An all heart player, who goes up and who’s winning character ensures victories.