THE FLATS – The NBA playoffs continue from the NBA’s bubble at Disney’s Wide World of Sports, and all of the former Yellow Jackets in pro basketball are in off-season mode. Derrick Favors and Thaddeus Young have seen their coaches both fired, making their off-season plans even more uncertain. Even Josh Okogie has been the subject of some trade talk in the media.
This week’s #ProJackets Report compiles more of the latest news, stories and social media posts on former Jackets and their activities of the past week.
*****
UTAH MEDIA ENTERTAIN RETURN OF FAVORS
The Utah Jazz season ended disappointingly, casting the team rapidly into a critical offseason. With just one year remaining on Mike Conley’s deal, the Jazz need to reload the roster in hopes of a deeper playoff run. In the latest episode of the Jazz Notes Podcast, Ben Anderson of KSL Sports and Sarah Todd of the Deseret News discuss the Jazz offseason options, including Derrick Favors, Jordan Clarkson, and how to improve the roster.
As the Jazz struggled with depth, specifically in the frontcourt throughout the season, bringing back former center Derrick Favors has been a topic of conversation for many Jazz fans. Todd and Anderson discussed the idea.
*****
SHUMPERT AND TAYLOR WELCOME SECOND CHILD
Teyana Taylor just welcomed her second daughter with her husband, Iman Shumpert. Iman hopped on Instagram to announce the arrival of Rue Rose Shumpert, who was born slightly ahead of schedule on September 6 in the couple’s home bathroom—just like their first daughter, Iman Tayla (aka Junie)
*****
BOSH TAKES MIAMI LERBRON OVER L.A. LEBRON
Chris Bosh believes the Miami Heat version of LeBron James is “peak LeBron.” Bosh recently appeared as a guest on the podcast of New Orleans Pelicans shooting guard JJ Redick. During the interview, he talked about why he’s taking Miami LeBron over Cleveland and Los Angeles LeBron.
*****
Josh Okogie's Top Defensive Plays From First Two Seasons
#PROJACKETS ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Why does pro-basketball star @yungsmoove21 call his Sprinter “a private jet on wheels?” Here’s a few reasons. Watch the full tour, along with 7 other guests and their vans on the rebroadcast of our #ConcoursdeZoom #VanExpo on IGTV/Facebook/YouTube – https://t.co/0Rpv8ioIB6 pic.twitter.com/p7Me4Xy1yp
— Mercedes-Benz Vans USA (@MBvansUSA) September 4, 2020
2️⃣2️⃣🥂 pic.twitter.com/AFzb8dXDPW
— Josh Okogie (@CallMe_NonStop) September 1, 2020
Leave it! Who is your favorite Shooter left in the Playoffs? @BeMore27 #BubbleBall pic.twitter.com/3iAGFik36L
— Dennis 3D Scott (@Dennis3DScott) September 8, 2020
No dribble the ball in the house🏀🤦♂️🗣 #LeaveIt pic.twitter.com/c9QP5uk2O8
— Dennis 3D Scott (@Dennis3DScott) September 7, 2020
Love Y!!! Thank u https://t.co/n0M33cxfn5
— Dennis 3D Scott (@Dennis3DScott) September 6, 2020
Thank U! pic.twitter.com/mPZnzWCxkp
— Dennis 3D Scott (@Dennis3DScott) September 5, 2020
#PROJACKETS IN THE NBA/G LEAGUE IN 2023-24
| PLAYER | DATA | NUMBERS | TEAM |
|---|---|---|---|
 | JOSE ALVARADO Team: New Orleans Pelicans Number: 15 NBA Experience: 3rd year Years at Georgia Tech: 2017-21 Hometown: Brooklyn, N.Y. Status: Active | 6-0, 179 lbs 2023-24 Stats 7.1 ppg 2.3 rpg 2.1 apg 41.2% FG | Record: 49-33 Standing: 7th place, -8.0 GB Streak: L1 Last 10: 5-5 |
 | JAMES BANKS III Team: Maine Celtics Number: 5 G League Experience: 3rd year Years at Georgia Tech: 2018-20 Hometown: Atlanta, Ga. Status: Active | 6-10, 250 lbs 2023-24 Stats 5.3 ppg 4.7 rpg 1.5 bpg 54.2% FG | Record: 21-13 Standing: 2nd place, -1.0 GB Streak: W1 Last 10: 8-2 |
 | MICHAEL DEVOE Team: Memphis Hustle Number: 10 G League Experience: 2nd year Years at Georgia Tech: 2017-21 Hometown: Orlando, Fla. Status: Active | 6-4, 183 lbs 2023-24 Stats 13.9 ppg 3.9 rpg 3.1 apg 47.4% FG | Record: 15-19 Standing: 12th, -9.0 GB Streak: W1 Last 10: 3-7 |
 | DERRICK FAVORS Team: Windy City Bulls (G League) Number: 14 NBA Experience: 12 seasons Years at Georgia Tech: 2009-10 Hometown: Atlanta, Ga. Status: Active | 6-9, 265 lbs 2023-24 Stats 6.2 ppg 4.7 rpg 0.7 bpg 66.7% FG | Record: 15-19 Standing: 13th place, -7.0 GB Streak: L1 Last 10: 4-6 |
 | JOSH OKOGIE Team: Phoenix Suns Number: 2 NBA Experience: 5 seasons Years at Georgia Tech: 2016-18 Hometown: Snellville, Ga. Status: Active | 6-4, 213 lbs 2023-24 Stats 4.6 ppg 2.6 rpg 1.1 apg 41.7% FG | Record: 49-33 Standing: 6th place, -8.0 GB Streak: W3 Last 10: 7-3 |
 | THADDEUS YOUNG Team: free agent Number: 30 NBA Experience: 16 seasons Years at Georgia Tech: 2006-07 Hometown: Memphis, Tenn. Status: Active | 6-8, 235 lbs 2023-24 Stats 4.2 ppg 3.0 rpg 1.7 apg 60.2% FG | Record: 49-33 Standing: 6th place, -8.0 GB Streak: W3 Last 10: 7-3 |
