Courtesy of Eurobasket LLC Every week we bring you a list of the top former Yellow Jackets players who continue their career in pro basketball.
#1. Moses Wright, a 6'10'' center who graduated from Georgia Tech in 2021 and received the All-ACC Player of the Year award, is currently playing professionally in Lithuania. In a recent game, he led Zalgiris to a 103-93 victory over the fifth-ranked Lietkabelis, showcasing his talent as a champion. Wright was named the MVP of the game after scoring an impressive 25 points and grabbing 5 rebounds in just 23 minutes of play. Zalgiris Kaunas, with a record of 31-1, is currently sitting at the top of the league standings, with Wright playing a key role in the team's success. This win marked the team's 27th consecutive victory, highlighting their dominance in the league. Despite this being Wright's first season with the team, he has already made a significant impact with his average of 9.7 points per game and 4.5 rebounds per game. Wright's exceptional performance in the game against Lietkabelis not only secured the victory for his team but also demonstrated his capabilities as a finalist. His contribution on the court exemplifies his skills and determination as a true champion.
#2. Jordan Usher, a 6'7'' small forward and 28-year-old Yellow Jackets alumnus from 2022, currently playing professionally in Turkey, showcased his skills in the game last Friday for Turk Telekom Ankara (20-10). Despite his commendable performance, Turk Telekom was unable to secure a victory, falling 77-70 on the road to the higher-ranked Efes (#4). In the challenging match against Anadolu Efes, Usher delivered an outstanding performance, scoring 15 points, grabbing 7 rebounds, and dishing out 3 assists in just 25 minutes of play. His contributions on the court were notable, yet unfortunately, his team could not clinch the win. Throughout the season, Usher has maintained relatively solid statistics, averaging 10.1 points, 3.3 rebounds, 1.4 assists, and 1.1 steals per game. His consistent performance demonstrates his value as a key player for Turk Telekom Ankara, despite the recent setback in the game against Efes.
#3. Michael Devoe, a 6'5'' guard who graduated from Georgia Tech in 2022 and received an All-ACC Third Team award that year, currently plays professionally in Turkey. He is a teammate of Jordan Usher and recently they both competed together in the Turkish ING Basketbol Super Ligi. In their latest game, Devoe and Usher, playing for Turk Telekom Ankara, faced off against Efes but were unable to secure a victory. During the match, Devoe showcased his skills by contributing 6 points and distributing 8 assists in just 16 minutes of play. Despite his notable performance, Turk Telekom Ankara ultimately fell short to Efes with a final score of 77-70 in favor of the latter, who held the higher rank at #4. Throughout this season, Devoe has been maintaining solid averages of 9.4 points, 2.3 rebounds, 3.5 assists, and 1.1 steals per game. His standout performance against Anadolu Efes highlights his capabilities on the court, even though his team was unable to emerge victorious in the end.
#4. Javian McCollum, a 24-year-old 6'2'' guard and Yellow Jackets alumnus from 2025, showcased his talent by leading ZZ Leiden to a thrilling 2-point victory over Groningen with a close score of 79-77 in the Dutch Basketball League on Sunday night. McCollum, playing professionally in Holland, displayed an exceptional performance by scoring an impressive 30 points and providing 3 assists in 33 minutes of play. Despite it being his first season in professional basketball, McCollum's remarkable skills and contribution earned him the well-deserved MVP title for the game. This intense matchup between two top 4 ranked teams was a highlight of the round, with Zorg and Zekerheid Leiden demonstrating their prowess in the league. McCollum's impact on the court was undeniable, as he played a pivotal role in securing the victory for his team, ultimately being crowned the champion of the game. It's worth noting that this is McCollum's debut season with the team, making his standout performance even more impressive. Throughout the season, McCollum has maintained a high level of play, evident from his impressive statistics. With an average of 16.9 points per game (ranking fourth best in the league), 1.7 rebounds, and 3.7 assists, McCollum has consistently delivered strong performances, establishing himself as a finalist in the league.
#5. U.S. Virgin Islands native, Marcus Georges-Hunt, a 6'5'' forward aged 32 and a Georgia Tech graduate from the class of 2016, currently showcases his basketball talents playing professionally in Lebanon. In a recent thrilling match, Georges-Hunt led Al Riyadi to a resounding 96-73 victory over the eighth-ranked Beirut Club in a highly anticipated showdown in the Lebanese Decathlon Lebanese Basketball League. His outstanding performance on the court earned him the well-deserved title of MVP of the game. Georges-Hunt's remarkable display included an impressive 30-point contribution, along with 4 rebounds and 4 assists, all within a span of 33 minutes. Sporting a stellar record, with Al Riyadi Beirut leading the league standings at 21-1, Georges-Hunt's impact has been undeniable throughout the season. As his team heads towards the end of the Regular Season, their final game holds significant importance for their playoff aspirations. This marks Georges-Hunt's inaugural season with the team, and he has undoubtedly made his presence felt with his exceptional skills and unwavering determination. Georges-Hunt's individual performance this season has been nothing short of exceptional, boasting impressive statistics averaging 24.5 points per game, 4.3 rebounds, 6.3 assists, and 1.8 steals. His contributions both offensively and defensively have been instrumental in his team's success, solidifying his reputation as a true champion on the court. Notably, as a naturalized Virgin Islander, Georges-Hunt continues to make his mark in the world of professional basketball with his remarkable talents and unwavering dedication to the game.
#6. Brandon Alston, a 6'5'' guard and 31-year-old Yellow Jackets alumnus from 2019, currently playing professionally in Mexico, unfortunately couldn't lead the Caballeros de Culiacan (18-22) to victory in their recent game last Friday. Despite his solid performance, Culiacan was narrowly defeated 105-103 by the top-ranked Astros in Guadalajara. Alston contributed 10 points and 4 assists in 28 minutes of play. Against the Astros, Alston showcased his skills by scoring 10 points, securing 1 rebound, and distributing 4 assists. Despite his impressive individual performance, his team fell short in securing the win. Throughout this season, he has maintained an average of 6.8 points, 1.5 rebounds, and 2.0 assists per game.
#7. Puerto Rican Joseph Alvarado, a 6'0'' point guard at 28 years old, who graduated from Georgia Tech in 2021 and received the All-ACC Defensive Player of the Year award that same year, is currently showcasing his skills in the NBA. In a recent game, he was instrumental in the New York Knicks' triumph over the San Antonio Spurs with a score of 105-95 on Wednesday night. Despite only playing for 11 minutes, Alvarado managed to contribute significantly by scoring 7 points, snagging 4 rebounds, and providing 1 assist. His impactful performance was crucial in securing the victory, propelling his team to emerge as the champion. Throughout this season, Alvarado has been maintaining an average of 5.9 points, 1.7 rebounds, and 2.9 assists per game, showcasing his consistency and valuable contribution to his team's success.
#8. Senegalese champion Abdoulaye Gueye, a 6'9'' center and 31-year-old Yellow Jackets alumnus from 2019, who currently plays professionally in Lebanon, was unable to lead Al Markaziyyah (13-9) to victory in their recent game last Sunday. Despite his stellar performance, Al Markaziyyah was defeated 93-87 in Beirut by the higher-ranked Hoops (#3). Gueye showcased his skills by scoring 19 points and securing 6 rebounds in just 27 minutes of play. He displayed an impressive performance against Hoops, contributing 19 points, 6 rebounds, and 2 assists. However, despite his outstanding efforts, his team ultimately fell short in the game. Individually, Gueye is having a remarkable season with impressive statistics, averaging 15.3 points per game, 9.7 rebounds per game, and 2.7 assists per game.
Other former Georgia Institute of Technology players, who play in pro basketball:
Miles Kelly (6'6''-G-2003, played in 2021-24) plays for Dallas Mavericks in the NBA
Josh Okogie (6'4''-G-1998, played in 2016-18) plays for Houston Rockets in the NBA
Adam Smith (6'1''-PG-1992, played in 2015-16) plays for H.Gilboa Galil in Israeli Winner League
Trae Golden (6'3''-PG-1991, played in 2013-14) played for Fujian Sturgeons in Chinese CBA few monts ago
Ben Lammers (6'10''-C-1995, played in 2014-18) played for MoraBanc Andorra in Spanish Liga Endesa last year
Charles Mitchell (6'8''-F/C-1993, played in 2014-16) plays for Hebraica in Uruguayan LUB
Khalid Moore (6'7''-F-2000, played in 2018-22) plays for Mykonos in Greek GBL
Avi Schafer (6'9''-F/C-1998, played in 2017-19) plays for SeaHorses Mikawa in Japanese B1 League
Ja'Von Franklin (6'7''-F-1998, played in 2023-23) plays for Science City Jena in German BBL
Joshua Heath (6'2''-PG-1994, played in 2014-17) plays for Kangoeroes Basket Mechelen in Belgian Pro Basketball League
James Banks III (6'10''-F/C-1998, played in 2018-20) plays for Urban Latti Kiryat Ata in Israeli Winner League
Rodney Howard (6'11''-F, played in 2020-23) played for Craiova in Romanian Liga Nationala last year
Kyle Sturdivant (6'3''-G-2000, played in 2020-24) plays for BBC Bayreuth in German ProA
Tadric Jackson (6'3''-G-1994, played in 2014-18) plays for Atlanta Aliens in the ABA
Evan Jester (6'7''-F-1999, played in 2017-19) plays for Atlanta Aliens in the ABA
Glen Rice Jr. (6'6''-F-1991, played in 2009-12) plays for H.Safed Galil in Israeli National League
Lance Terry (6'3''-G-2003, played in 2022-25) plays for Memphis Hustle in the NBA G League
Notice: The list above includes only some of alumni playing currently in pro basketball. Check complete list of Georgia Institute of Technology basketball alumni.
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