Josh Magette

Josh Magette
Magette with the Lakeland Magic in 2019
Personal information
Born (1989-11-28) November 28, 1989 (age 34)
Birmingham, Alabama, U.S.
Listed height6 ft 1 in (1.85 m)
Listed weight160 lb (73 kg)
Career information
High schoolSpain Park (Hoover, Alabama)
CollegeAlabama–Huntsville (2008–2012)
NBA draft2012: undrafted
Playing career2012–2023
PositionPoint guard
Career history
2012–2013Landstede Zwolle
2013–2014Los Angeles D-Fenders
2014–2015Koroivos Amaliadas
2015–2017Los Angeles D-Fenders
2017–2018Atlanta Hawks
2017–2018→Erie BayHawks
2018Cedevita Zagreb
2018–2019Gran Canaria
2019–2020Orlando Magic
2019–2020→Lakeland Magic
2020Lakeland Magic
2020–2021Darüşşafaka Tekfen
2021–2023Tasmania JackJumpers
Career highlights and awards
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Stats at Basketball Reference Edit this at Wikidata

Josh Magette (born November 28, 1989) is an American former professional basketball player who played for the Atlanta Hawks and the Orlando Magic in the NBA and several teams overseas. He played college basketball for the University of Alabama in Huntsville.

Early life

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Born in Birmingham, Alabama, he graduated from Spain Park High School in Hoover, Alabama.[1] He spent his collegiate career at the University of Alabama in Huntsville where he led the Chargers to three Gulf South Conference championships and two NCAA Men's Division II Basketball Championship Elite Eight appearances. He ended his career as the school's and the Gulf South Conference's all-time leader in assists.[2]

Professional career

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Landstede Basketbal (2012–2013)

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After going undrafted in the 2012 NBA draft, Magette joined the Memphis Grizzlies for the 2012 NBA Summer League, but did not appear in any games for the team. In August 2012, he signed with Landstede Basketbal of the Netherlands for the 2012–13 season.[3] In 39 games for Landstede, he averaged 11.5 points, 2.8 rebounds, 5.7 assists and 2.5 steals per game.

Los Angeles D-Fenders (2013–2014)

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On November 1, 2013, Magette was selected in the second round of the 2013 NBA Development League Draft by the Los Angeles D-Fenders.[4] In 52 games for the D-Fenders in 2013–14, he averaged 10.4 points, 3.5 rebounds, 6.9 assists and 1.9 steals per game.[5]

Koroivos Amaliadas (2014–2015)

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In July 2014, Magette joined the Orlando Magic for the 2014 NBA Summer League.[6] On August 14, 2014, he signed with the Greek League club Koroivos Amaliadas.[7] In 28 games for Koroivos in 2014–15, he averaged 7.1 points, 3.5 rebounds, 4.8 assists and 1.4 steals per game.

Return to the D-Fenders (2015–2017)

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On October 31, 2015, Magette was acquired by the Los Angeles D-Fenders, returning to the franchise for a second stint.[8] In 54 games for the D-Fenders in 2015–16, he averaged 12.1 points, 4.4 rebounds, 8.8 assists and 2.4 steals per game.[5]

In July 2016, Magette joined the Brooklyn Nets for the 2016 NBA Summer League. On October 3, 2016, he signed with the Atlanta Hawks,[9] but was waived on October 22 after appearing in three preseason games.[10] On October 30, he was reacquired by the Los Angeles D-Fenders.[11]

Atlanta Hawks (2017–2018)

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In June 2017, Magette joined the Atlanta Hawks for the 2017 NBA Summer League.[12] On September 6, two months after a successful Summer League stint, he was signed to the Hawks as the team's first-ever two-way contract. Under the terms of the deal, he split time between the Hawks and their new G League affiliate, the Erie BayHawks.[13] Magette made his NBA debut on October 18, 2017, in a 117–111 victory over the Dallas Mavericks where he sank his first NBA shot attempt, a 29-foot three-pointer.[14] He had another phenomenal year in the G League, averaging 15.1 points, 10.2 assists, 3.3 rebounds and 1.2 steals. Additionally, he had a solid rookie season in the NBA averaging over 3 assists per game.

Cedevita Zagreb (2018)

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On June 27, 2018, it was announced that he will join the Golden State Warriors for the 2018 NBA Summer League. On July 27, 2018, he signed with Croatian club Cedevita Zagreb.[15] On November 10, 2018, he was released by Cedevita.[16]

Gran Canaria (2018–2019)

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On December 25, 2018, Magette agreed to join EuroLeague team CB Gran Canaria.[17]

Magette played for the Memphis Grizzlies during the 2019 NBA Summer League.[18]

Orlando Magic (2019–2020)

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Magette with the Lakeland Magic in November 2019

On July 17, 2019, the Orlando Magic agreed to sign Magette to a two-way contract.[19] On July 23, the deal was officially announced.[20] On January 11, 2020, the Magic signed with Magette a 10-day contract,[21] but was later waived by the team on January 14, 2020.[22]

Lakeland Magic (2020)

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The Lakeland Magic re-signed Magette after his release from the parent club. In his G League return, he registered 24 points, six assists, two rebounds, two steals and a block in a game against the Canton Charge.[23] Magette was named Midseason All-NBA G League for the Eastern Conference.[24] On March 11, he posted 25 points, 15 assists, eight rebounds and two steals in a win over the Erie BayHawks. Magette averaged 21.1 points, 10.6 assists, 4.1 rebounds and 2.0 steals per game during the 2019–20 G League season.[25] He was named to the All-NBA G League Second Team.[26]

Darüşşafaka (2020–2021)

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On December 6, 2020, Magette signed with Darüşşafaka of the Basketball Super League.[27]

Tasmania JackJumpers (2021–2023)

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On July 28, 2021, Magette signed with the Tasmania JackJumpers for the 2021–22 NBL season.[28] He helped the JackJumpers reach the NBL Grand Final in their first season.[29][30]

On June 8, 2022, Magette re-signed with the JackJumpers for the 2022–23 NBL season.[31] He underwent season-ending surgery in February 2023 to repair a broken cheekbone and fractured eye socket.[32]

On October 2, 2023, Magette announced his retirement from basketball.[33]

NBA career statistics

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Legend
  GP Games played   GS  Games started  MPG  Minutes per game
 FG%  Field goal percentage  3P%  3-point field goal percentage  FT%  Free throw percentage
 RPG  Rebounds per game  APG  Assists per game  SPG  Steals per game
 BPG  Blocks per game  PPG  Points per game  Bold  Career high

Regular season

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Year Team GP GS MPG FG% 3P% FT% RPG APG SPG BPG PPG
2017–18 Atlanta 18 0 12.0 .326 .364 1.000 1.1 3.2 .4 .1 2.6
2019–20 Orlando 8 0 4.8 .333 .250 .500 .8 .6 .4 .1 1.5
Career 26 0 9.8 .328 .346 .900 1.0 2.4 .4 .1 2.2

National team career

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Magette played with the senior USA men's national team in early 2020, against Puerto Rico, at the 2021 FIBA AmeriCup qualification. Team USA faced Puerto Rico twice and won both games. He was also named to the 2021 USA Select Team, which trains with the men's Olympic basketball team.[34]

References

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  1. ^ McCarter, Mark (March 17, 2014). "Ex-UAH star Josh Magette now starring in NBDL: 'I have to pinch myself sometimes'". AL.com. Retrieved April 14, 2014.
  2. ^ Wong, Trevor (March 11, 2014). "Josh Magette Looking to Prove Doubters Wrong". NBA.com. Turner Sports Interactive, Inc. Retrieved April 14, 2014.[dead link]
  3. ^ "Magette Signs With Landstede Of Dutch Basketball League". uahchargers.com. August 20, 2012. Retrieved July 1, 2014.
  4. ^ "Magette Drafted 23rd by D-Fenders in D-League Draft". uahchargers.com. November 1, 2013. Retrieved July 1, 2014.
  5. ^ a b "Josh Magette D-League Stats". Basketball-Reference.com. Retrieved October 3, 2016.
  6. ^ Cohen, Josh (July 1, 2014). "Orlando Magic Announce Roster for Southwest Airlines Orlando Pro Summer League". NBA.com. Turner Sports Interactive, Inc. Retrieved December 13, 2023.
  7. ^ "Josh Magette inks in Greece with Koroivos Amaliadas". Sportando.com. August 14, 2014. Retrieved August 14, 2014.[dead link]
  8. ^ "D-Fenders Finalize 2015 Training Camp Roster". OurSportsCentral.com. October 31, 2015. Retrieved November 1, 2015.
  9. ^ Wilson, Jaryd (October 3, 2016). "Atlanta Hawks Sign Josh Magette". NBA.com. Retrieved December 13, 2023.
  10. ^ Wilson, Jaryd (October 23, 2016). "Hawks Waive Magette, Finalize Roster". NBA.com. Retrieved December 13, 2023.
  11. ^ Primeaux, Ryan (October 30, 2016). "D-Fenders Finalize Training Camp Roster and Schedule". NBA.com. Archived from the original on March 5, 2017. Retrieved November 6, 2016.
  12. ^ "Reports: Hawks set to add two players to Summer League roster". Peachtree Hoops. Retrieved June 30, 2017.
  13. ^ Wilson, Jaryd (September 6, 2017). "Hawks Sign First Two-Way Player In Josh Magette; Also Sign Tyler Cavanaugh". NBA.com. Retrieved December 13, 2023.
  14. ^ "Hawks 117-111 Mavericks (Oct 18, 2017) Play-by-Play - ESPN". ESPN.com. October 19, 2017. Retrieved December 13, 2023. (From 2nd QTR tab) 1:55 Josh Magette makes 29-foot three pointer
  15. ^ "Cedevita hands playmaking reins to Magette". eurocupbasketball.com. July 27, 2018. Archived from the original on August 23, 2018. Retrieved December 13, 2023.
  16. ^ "Cedevita parted ways with Magette and Aguilar, added Banić and Mustapić". aba-liga.com. November 10, 2018. Retrieved December 13, 2023.[dead link]
  17. ^ "El Gran Canaria anuncia el fichaje del base Josh Magette" (in European Spanish). Mundo Deportivo. December 24, 2018. Retrieved December 13, 2023.
  18. ^ Bryant, Bill (June 30, 2012). "UAH's Magette gets Las Vegas invite from Grizzlies". The Huntsville Times. Retrieved December 12, 2023.
  19. ^ Cali, Mike (July 17, 2019). "Report: Orlando Magic sign guard Josh Magette". orlandopinstripedpost.com. Retrieved December 13, 2023.
  20. ^ Cohen, Josh (July 23, 2019). "Magic Sign Josh Magette to Two-Way Contract". NBA.com. Retrieved July 23, 2019.
  21. ^ Cohen, Josh (January 11, 2020). "Magic Sign Magette to 10-Day Contract". NBA.com. Retrieved January 11, 2020.
  22. ^ Cohen, Josh (January 14, 2020). "Magic Sign Gary Clark to 10-Day Contract Orlando also releases Magette". NBA.com. Retrieved January 14, 2020.
  23. ^ "Josh Magette: Drops 24 points in G League return". CBS Sports. January 23, 2020. Retrieved January 23, 2020.
  24. ^ Inabinnett, Mark (February 10, 2020). "Donta Hall, Josh Magette among NBA G League All-Star selections". AL.com. Retrieved February 11, 2020.
  25. ^ "Josh Magette: Massive double-double in win". CBS Sports. March 12, 2020. Retrieved May 16, 2020.
  26. ^ "Johnson, Magette and Law Named to All-NBA G League Teams". Our Sports Central. June 26, 2020. Retrieved June 28, 2020.
  27. ^ Yahyabeyoglu, Fersu (December 6, 2020). "Darussafaka tabs Josh Magette". Eurobasket. Retrieved December 7, 2020.
  28. ^ "JackJumpers Add US Guard Josh Magette". NBL.com.au. July 28, 2021. Retrieved July 28, 2021.
  29. ^ "Fairytale Comes True for Tasmania JackJumpers". NBL.com.au. May 2, 2022. Retrieved May 2, 2022.
  30. ^ "Kings Win First Championship in 17 Years with Record Crowd". NBL.com.au. May 11, 2022. Retrieved May 11, 2022.
  31. ^ "Magette Re-Signs with JackJumpers". NBL.com.au. June 8, 2022. Retrieved February 8, 2023.
  32. ^ "Magette to undergo surgery on facial injury". jackjumpers.com.au. February 7, 2023. Retrieved February 8, 2023.
  33. ^ Stinar, Ben (October 2, 2023). "Former Hawks And Magic NBA Player Retires". FanNation. Sports Illustrated. Retrieved December 11, 2023.
  34. ^ "17 Athletes Named to 2021 USA Men's Select Team". USA Basketball. July 7, 2021. Archived from the original on July 1, 2021. Retrieved July 9, 2021.
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