One of Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets’ finest, Dennis Scott, has just been bestowed with a huge honor. His jersey number, no.4, has just been sent to the rafters by the university. The decision to retire his jersey number is a true testament to what Scott has achieved for the university. Georgia Tech announced the decision in style with Scott, after posting about it on Instagram.

“4 is headed to the rafters!” the post read as former Yellow Jacket and current HC, Damon Stoudamire broke the news to Scott on NBA TV. “Just wanna say, today is a special day… as one of DMV’s finest… you were the best ever to do it at Tech… we are gonna put your name in the rafter,” Stoudamire announces to Scott’s disbelief, who says, “Stop playing.” And they weren’t.

Dennis Scott becomes the 7th Georgia Tech basketball player to have his jersey retired. He received his Executive Master of Business Administration degree from Georgia Tech in December last year, making him eligible for the honor.

The joyful note, thus, attracted a few wishes from NBA legends. Former Miami Heat superstar Dwyane Wade commented on the post, “Congrts OG,” accompanied by a fire emoji. Isiah Thomas reposted the Instagram post on his account’s story. Quentin Richardson, another former NBA player, commented on the post to congratulate Scott on the historic achievement as well.

“I loved basketball. I played basketball because I loved it. I picked Georgia Tech because of Bobby Cremins and the southern hospitality and the love the Georgia Tech family showed me when I was 18 years old. I left school early because I wanted to take care of my mom because my mom was working three jobs just to feed me,” Scott told The Atlanta Journal-Constitution.

Evidently enough, the former shooting guard trod the path well.

Analyst Dennis Scott relives college run

One of Scott’s biggest college highlights will be helping Georgia Tech reach the Final Four in 1990, which was when he bagged the ACC Player of The Year award as well. That was his second individual ACC accolade. Scott had won the ACC Rookie of The Year award two years prior. He cemented his status as one of the ACC greats after being included in the ACC 50th Anniversary men’s team. Scott and 49 others were named as the greatest players in ACC history.

Later in 1990, the Orlando Magic drafted him as the fourth overall pick in the first round. Known for his exceptional sharpshooting abilities, Scott went on to play for the Magic for seven years. He also had brief stints with several teams including the Dallas Mavericks and the Phoenix Suns. Although he never came close to winning a title or an individual award, Scott made the NBA All-Rookie First Team in 1991. He didn’t have enough good fortunes to be on a championship-winning team throughout his entire career.

After retiring as a player from the NBA, Scott was the GM of the Atlanta Vision in the ABA. This was before he proceeded to become a commentator and analyst for Turner Sports, his current position. Interestingly, the Yellow Jackets’ head coach Damon Stoudamire surprised Scott on live TV with the help of J Batt. He was presenting a segment on Finals Media Availability when he was surprised with the news.

Understandably, Scott had no words to say. His time with the university’s basketball team deserves the due recognition now, and it all seems right to witness a player like Scott receive such an honor.