EuroBasket Pro Yellow Jackets Weekly Update

- May 12, 2026

POSTED BY: Eurobasket News

EuroBasket Pro Yellow Jackets Weekly Update

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Here is the weekly review of the top performing Yellow Jackets alumni, who are currently playing in pro basketball.

   #1. Moses Wright, a 6'10'' center who graduated from Georgia Tech in 2021 and was named the All-ACC Player of the Year, currently plays professionally in Lithuania. In a recent Euroleague game, he led his team Zalgiris to a narrow 81-78 victory over the closely-ranked Fenerbahce. Wright's performance was exceptional as he scored 11 points, grabbed 6 rebounds, and provided 1 assist in a total of 32 minutes of play. Zalgiris Kaunas, where Wright plays, holds the fifth position in the league with a record of 23-15. Wright's contributions on the court against Fenerbahce were instrumental in securing the victory for his team, highlighting his skills and determination as a champion. His consistent performance throughout the season is evident from his impressive stats of 13.2 points per game and 6.5 rebounds per game in the 42 games he has played so far. Wright's dedication and talent make him a standout finalist in the world of professional basketball.

   #2. U.S. Virgin Islands champion Marcus Georges-Hunt, a 6'5'' forward aged 32 and an alumnus of Yellow Jackets from 2016, currently plays professionally in Turkey. In a recent game, despite Georges-Hunt's impressive performance, he could not prevent his team, Bursaspor Basketbol (10-20), from being narrowly defeated 84-82 on the road by the lower-ranked (#14) Pinar Karsiyaka. George-Hunt showcased his skills by scoring 26 points in 33 minutes, making him the top scorer of the game. This loss marked Bursaspor Basketbol's first defeat following a streak of three consecutive victories in the Regular Season, which has now concluded. Against Pinar Karsiyaka, Georges-Hunt delivered a noteworthy performance, scoring 26 points, along with 1 rebound and 1 assist. Despite his solid contributions, his team fell short of securing the victory. Throughout the season, Georges-Hunt has maintained respectable statistics, averaging 13.1 points, 2.7 rebounds, and 1.9 assists per game over 10 appearances. It is worth noting that Marcus Georges-Hunt is a champion from the U.S. Virgin Islands and holds citizenship in the region.

   #3. Michael Devoe, a 6'5'' guard who graduated from Georgia Tech in 2022 and received the All-ACC Third Team award that year, is currently playing professionally in Turkey for Turk Telekom Ankara. In the team's recent game against the lower-ranked Manisa, despite Devoe's solid performance with 10 points, 4 rebounds, and 3 assists in 27 minutes, Turk Telekom suffered a 75-83 loss on their opponent's court. This defeat came as a disappointment, especially considering Manisa's lower ranking at #11. This season marks Devoe's debut with Turk Telekom Ankara, and he has been consistently contributing to the team's efforts. He has displayed an average performance of 9.6 points, 2.4 rebounds, 3.2 assists, and 1.1 steals per game over the course of 25 games in the Regular Season. Despite the outcome of the final game, Devoe's dedication and skills as a player have been evident throughout the season.

   #4. Experienced champion Charles Mitchell, a 6'8'' forward/center who is 32 years old and an alumnus of Yellow Jackets from 2016, currently plays professionally in Uruguay. In the recent game, Mitchell, despite his exceptional performance, could not help his team, Hebraica, to secure a victory. Playing against the higher-ranked Aguada (#3), Hebraica (16-16) suffered a 73-78 defeat in a highly anticipated derby match in the Places 1-6 group. Mitchell displayed his prowess on the court by achieving a double-double with 19 points and 11 rebounds in just 28 minutes of play. This remarkable performance earned him the Triple-Double Badge from eurobasket.com, solidifying his reputation as a finalist player. Despite Mitchell's outstanding efforts, Hebraica suffered their third consecutive loss in a row, highlighting the challenges the team has been facing. Throughout the season, Mitchell has maintained impressive individual statistics, averaging 15.6 points, 11.2 rebounds, and 1.8 assists per game in five appearances. His consistent performance underscores his value as a key player for Hebraica and his reputation as a champion in the league.

   #5. Puerto Rican Joseph Alvarado, a 6'0'' point guard aged 28 who graduated from Georgia Tech in 2021 and received the All-ACC Defensive Player of the Year award that year, currently showcases his skills in the NBA. In a recent game against the Philadelphia 76ers, his team achieved a resounding 144-114 victory, with Alvarado making a notable contribution by scoring 7 points in just 10 minutes of play. Despite the New York Knicks holding a rather lackluster 54-29 record this season, Alvarado's performance helped secure his team's fifth consecutive win. This marks his first year playing for the team. Against the Philadelphia 76ers, Alvarado displayed his versatility by scoring 7 points, grabbing 3 rebounds, and providing 1 assist, instrumental in leading his team to triumph and ultimately becoming the champion of the game. Throughout the current season, Alvarado has been maintaining an average of 6.2 points, 1.8 rebounds, and 3.2 assists per game across 37 games, showcasing his valuable contributions to his team as they aim for success in the league.

   #6. Joshua Heath, a 6'1'' point guard aged 31 and a Yellow Jackets alumni from 2017, played a crucial role in helping his team reach the final of the NIT that year. Currently, he is playing professionally in Belgium. In a recent BNXT League game, Heath made a significant impact by contributing to Kangoeroes Basket Mechelen's narrow 57-56 victory over Circus Brussels. He showcased his skills by scoring 6 points, dishing out 6 assists, and playing for 35 minutes on the court. In the game against Brussels, Heath delivered an exceptional performance, securing 6 points, 2 rebounds, and 6 assists, which ultimately led his team to victory as the finalist. Throughout the season, Heath has maintained solid statistics, averaging 10.8 points, 2.7 rebounds, 6.2 assists, and 1.1 steals per game in 34 appearances.

   #7. In a recent game on Friday night, Brandon Alston, a 6'5'' guard who graduated from Georgia Tech in 2019 and currently plays professionally in Mexico, made a significant impact for Caballeros de Culiacan. Alston's contributions were crucial in their 110-100 victory over the closely-ranked Toros in the Mexican Circuito de Baloncesto de la Costa del Pacifico. In just 15 minutes of play, Alston scored 7 points and provided 1 assist, showcasing his skills on the court. His performance against the Toros was pivotal in securing the win for his team. Alston's consistent scoring and playmaking abilities played a key role in leading Caballeros de Culiacan to success, ultimately propelling them to become the champion of the game. Throughout the season, Alston has been maintaining an average of 5.2 points, 1.7 rebounds, and 1.8 assists per game in the 10 games played so far. His contributions both on and off the court demonstrate his value as a player and his dedication to helping his team succeed in their quest to become the champion of the league.

   #8. James Banks III, a 28-year-old 6'10'' forward/center and Yellow Jackets alumnus from 2020, is currently playing professionally in Israel. Recently, he made a significant impact by contributing to Urban Latti Kiryat Ata's victory over the fourth-ranked Bnei Hertzeliya with a score of 96-88 in the Israeli Winner League game. Despite recording just 4 points and 4 rebounds in 14 minutes of play, Banks III's performance was crucial in securing the win for his team. His skills as a champion player were evident on the court, helping his team emerge as the finalist in that game. In his overall performance this season, Banks III has been averaging 3.5 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 1.8 blocks per game across four games. His consistent contributions on both ends of the court highlight his value as a key player for his team and reinforce his reputation as a champion player.

   #9. Avi Schafer, a 6'9'' forward/center who is 28 years old and a Georgia Tech graduate from 2019, made a significant impact when he helped his team clinch the Japanese B League Champion title that year. Currently playing professionally in Japan, Schafer recently faced a tough match against the Golden Kings in the Japanese B1 League while representing the SeaHorses Mikawa. Despite his best efforts, Schafer's performance in the game did not meet his usual high standards. He managed to score only 2 points and secure 4 rebounds in the 9 minutes he spent on the court, as his team suffered a 65-79 defeat. In another game against Ryukyu GK, Schafer displayed a commendable performance, contributing 2 points and 4 rebounds. However, despite his individual efforts, his team was unable to secure the victory. Throughout this year, Schafer has maintained an average of 2.5 points per game and 2.1 rebounds per game across 55 games. It is noteworthy that Schafer holds dual American and Japanese citizenship, allowing him to play in Japan as a domestic player, which provides him with unique opportunities in the league.

   #10. Javian McCollum, a 6'2'' guard and 24-year-old former Yellow Jackets alum from the class of 2025, showcased his skills playing professionally in Holland for Zorg and Zekerheid Leiden. In a recent BNXT League game, he helped his team secure a resounding victory over the 15th-ranked Leeuwarden, with a final score of 100-74 on Wednesday night. Despite only scoring 2 points in 16 minutes on the court, McCollum's contributions went beyond scoring. He also grabbed 2 rebounds and provided 2 assists against Leeuwarden, playing a crucial role in his team's triumph, ultimately leading them to be crowned as the champion. Throughout the season, McCollum has had an outstanding individual performance, boasting impressive statistics. He maintains an average of 17.0 points per game, along with 2.3 rebounds, 3.8 assists, and 1.2 steals in 24 games, solidifying his status as a standout player in the league.

Other former Georgia Institute of Technology players, who play in pro basketball:

Jordan Usher (6'7''-SF-1998, played in 2019-22) plays for Turk Telekom Ankara in Turkish BSL
Adam Smith (6'1''-PG-1992, played in 2015-16) plays for H.Gilboa Galil in Israeli Winner League
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
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
Khalid Moore (6'7''-F-2000, played in 2018-22) plays for Mykonos in Greek GBL
Ja'Von Franklin (6'7''-F-1998, played in 2023-23) plays for Science City Jena in German BBL
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
Evan Jester (6'7''-F-1999, played in 2017-19) plays for Atlanta Aliens in the ABA
Tadric Jackson (6'3''-G-1994, played in 2014-18) 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
Abdoulaye Gueye (6'9''-C-1994, played in 2014-15) plays for Goztepe in Turkish TBL
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.