Orlando Magic s most likely 1 draft pick
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"I don't see myself falling below No. 2. That was my mindset going into it. That's why I kept it to those two."Auburn PF Jabari Smith says he's only met with the Orlando Magic and the Oklahoma City Thunder, and he doesn't have any other meetings planned"I don't see myself falling below No. 2. That was my mindset going into it. That's why I kept it to those two." For Orlando, it makes sense to add a player with Jabari Smith's skillset to their current core. They have their backcourt mostly figured out and need more help in the frontcourt, especially at power forward. Given that the Magic's other weakness is shooting, Smith solves both of their most significant problems with one selection. If Orlando ultimately selects Jabari Smith with the No. 1 pick, the team will be in a solid position to improve next season.
tells he loves the idea of playing with his old teammate Will Chet Holmgren go #1 and have a high school/Gonzaga reunion in Orlando with ? tells he loves the idea of playing with his old teammate Chet Holmgren and were a lethal combination in high school and could reunite in Orlando. For the Magic, having two players they know can play together would seem like an asset. Still, the Magic already have a log jam at the center, and playing Holmgren at power forward limits his defensive potential. Holmgren also needs more time to develop than Jabari Smith, which Orlando may not be willing to give him. Holmgren's potential is enticing enough to interest the Magic but not enough to make him the pick.
I've thought a lot about why a franchise and player(or player's agent) wouldn't want the public to know about a workout, & I still can't come up with a good reason.. Jeff Weltman's full answer to my question about if Orlando brought in Paolo Banchero for a workout.I've thought a lot about why a franchise and player(or player's agent) wouldn't want the public to know about a workout, & I still can't come up with a good reason. All of this could be smoke and mirrors to conceal a potential pick, or there could be much more going. Still, the Orlando Magic are in a position to take Paolo Banchero, if they stay at one or trade down. The Magic could also draft Banchero and try to trade him to get more value for the top pick.
Jabari Smith Chet Holmgren and more 5 probable selections for Orlando Magic s #1 draft pick
Jabari Smith is one of the top candidates for the Orlando Magic's pick. With the NBA draft just a day away, the are almost officially on the clock. Since the Magic have the No. 1 pick, they have the most control over their selection in the draft. While Orlando can select any player, it appears their shortlist has narrowed to a select few. Given how the Magic's season went, they can take whichever player they decide is the best. These five players will be listed from the most likely selection to the least likely choice. Since chaos can always happen in the NBA draft, any one of them could be the pick, but only one will be.#1 most likely selection by the Orlando Magic Jabari Smith Jr F Auburn
Jabari Smith is the most likely pick by the Orlando Magic. While the lead-up to the NBA draft has seen several players projected for the No. 1 pick, it has been consistent recently. Jabari Smith is consistently listed as the player that the Orlando Magic will select to begin the draft. Smith did not have a great season with the , but much of that can be attributed to the offense around him. His next best teammate was an elite defender, but his starting guards were much maligned. During the pre-draft process, Jabari Smith showed why the Orlando Magic should make him the top selection. Should Orlando change their minds on Smith, he believes he will not fall much further from the top spot. Auburn PF Jabari Smith says he's only met with the Orlando Magic and the Oklahoma City Thunder, and he doesn't have any other meetings planned"I don't see myself falling below No. 2. That was my mindset going into it. That's why I kept it to those two."Auburn PF Jabari Smith says he's only met with the Orlando Magic and the Oklahoma City Thunder, and he doesn't have any other meetings planned"I don't see myself falling below No. 2. That was my mindset going into it. That's why I kept it to those two." For Orlando, it makes sense to add a player with Jabari Smith's skillset to their current core. They have their backcourt mostly figured out and need more help in the frontcourt, especially at power forward. Given that the Magic's other weakness is shooting, Smith solves both of their most significant problems with one selection. If Orlando ultimately selects Jabari Smith with the No. 1 pick, the team will be in a solid position to improve next season.
#2 Chet Holmgren F C Gonzaga
Chet Holmgren is the following most likely selection by the Orlando Magic. If the Orlando Magic do decide to pass on Jabari Smith, seems like the next most-likely selection. At 7'0'', the center has elite height and shot-blocking, making him an intriguing prospect. Chet Holmgren is, also, a more than capable shooter and is willing to get physical despite his slender frame. Another factor that the Magic may prefer about Holmgren over other aspects is his relationship with a current player. Will Chet Holmgren go #1 and have a high school/Gonzaga reunion in Orlando with ?tells he loves the idea of playing with his old teammate Will Chet Holmgren go #1 and have a high school/Gonzaga reunion in Orlando with ? tells he loves the idea of playing with his old teammate Chet Holmgren and were a lethal combination in high school and could reunite in Orlando. For the Magic, having two players they know can play together would seem like an asset. Still, the Magic already have a log jam at the center, and playing Holmgren at power forward limits his defensive potential. Holmgren also needs more time to develop than Jabari Smith, which Orlando may not be willing to give him. Holmgren's potential is enticing enough to interest the Magic but not enough to make him the pick.
#3 Paolo Banchero F Duke
Paolo Banchero is the following most likely selection by the Magic. As the final member of the "big three" in the draft, is the next most likely pick for Orlando. Banchero is an offensive threat in his own right and can shoot close to the level of Smith and Holmgren. While his offensive game comes to hang with the best in the draft, his defense, somewhat, lacks in comparison. Choosing Banchero could mean sacrificing defense. This just would not be a wise move for an Orlando Magic team that got obliterated on defense multiple times last season. Over the past few days, Paolo Banchero's stock has been on the rise to be the potential No. 1 pick. Something, however, doesn't quite add up. A cryptic answer for the Magic during a recent press conference makes the Banchero move seem off. . Jeff Weltman's full answer to my question about if Orlando brought in Paolo Banchero for a workout.I've thought a lot about why a franchise and player(or player's agent) wouldn't want the public to know about a workout, & I still can't come up with a good reason.. Jeff Weltman's full answer to my question about if Orlando brought in Paolo Banchero for a workout.I've thought a lot about why a franchise and player(or player's agent) wouldn't want the public to know about a workout, & I still can't come up with a good reason. All of this could be smoke and mirrors to conceal a potential pick, or there could be much more going. Still, the Orlando Magic are in a position to take Paolo Banchero, if they stay at one or trade down. The Magic could also draft Banchero and try to trade him to get more value for the top pick.