Former Utah Jazz point guard Shelvin Mack is thriving with the Memphis Grizzlies this season. His presence is missed in Utah.
Shelvin Mack isn’t a household name by any means. What he is, though, is a solid backup point guard. He’s in his 8th year as an NBA player after a decorated collegiate career at Butler University.
I truly believe Mack could be making a huge difference if he were back in his Utah Jazz threads. Mack played for the Jazz for a season and a half, from 2016 to 2017. He instantly became a starter when the Jazz traded for him in 2016, averaging over 30 minutes per game through 28 games. During the 2016-2017 season, Mack split time with Dante Exum as George Hill‘s primary backup.
These days, Mack is in a great situation with the Memphis Grizzlies. He’s having a career year, and is averaging about 25 minutes per game despite coming off the bench. Mack spent last season with the Orlando Magic, appearing in 69 games as the backup point guard.
Shelvin has reminded the Jazz about how solid of a player he is, as he’s had some big games against them this season. Revenge games at their finest. He’s averaged 13 points per game against Utah this year.
So, here’s three reasons why Jazz fans should miss Big Mac.