Silverio is back at Estudiantes, ex Metros

Movistar Estudiantes Madrid (Primera FEB) has agreed terms with 27-year-old American guard Omar Silverio for the new 2026-27 season. Silverio, who also holds a Dominican Republic passport, is making a comeback to Madrid, where he has played before. Last season, he played for Metros in the LNB league in the Dominican Republic, averaging 10.4ppg, 2.1rpg, and 2.9apg in 16 games. He helped his team win the regular season and reach the final. Silverio previously played for Movistar Estudiantes Madrid.
Silverio is a highly experienced player. His career has taken him to three continents, playing in five countries. He has played professionally in Israel (Galil Elion), Mexico, Venezuela (Cocodrilos), Spain (Coviran Granada and Surne Bilbao), and the Dominican Republic (Gregorio Urbano Gilbert).
He was voted to the Dominican Republic League All-Star Game in 2025.
Silverio graduated from West Virginia University in 2023 and is entering his fourth season as a professional player. He has also played for other colleges such as Hofstra University and the University of Rhode Island.


Movistar Estudiantes Madrid roster for 2026-27:

Guards:
Fernando Zurbriggen
Jordan Walker

Forwards:
Juan_Pablo Vaulet
Travis Munnings
Lucas Giovannetti

Centers:
Mamadou Niang
Ivan Aurrecoechea