The Orlando Magic, homeowners of the Nos. 1, 32 and 35 picks within the NBA draft, may have a number of probabilities so as to add to their roster on June 23.
After kicking off a rebuild in March 2021, the Magic have already got important younger expertise. Orlando has 9 gamers who had been drafted within the first spherical since 2017 signed to contracts for the 2022-23 season.
Nonetheless, the Magic have clear wants after ending 2021-22 with a 22-60 file.
Because the roster stands, Orlando wants a 3-and-D wing/ahead — with an emphasis on dependable 3-point taking pictures — who has good dimension and size for his or her place. The Magic additionally may use one other large/middle, relying on what occurs with Mo Bamba’s restricted free company.
After taking a step ahead of their pre-draft evaluations through the mid-Might NBA draft mix in Chicago, the Magic are internet hosting prospects for exercises forward of the draft.
This story is a part of a collection on gamers the Magic both interviewed or labored out in Orlando:
Donovan Williams (UNLV)
Peak: 6-foot-6 | Weight: 190 kilos | Age: 21 | Wingspan: 7 toes
2021-22 averages: 12.7 factors (48.8% from the sector — 51.2% on 2s, 43.6% on 3s), 3.3 rebounds and 1.1 assists.
Connection: Labored out for the Magic on Might 26
Be aware: Simply because a participant is understanding for a group doesn’t imply they’re a goal to be drafted. A group not understanding a prospect additionally doesn’t imply they gained’t draft them. Six pre-draft prospects are allowed on the courtroom at a time and aren’t allowed on the courtroom with NBA gamers. Some gamers sought suggestions from NBA groups forward of the June 1 deadline faculty gamers needed to determine whether or not they’ll keep within the draft or withdraw and maintain any remaining collegiate eligibility.
The excitement: Williams, a former 4-star out of Elkins Excessive College (Missouri Metropolis, Texas), performed two seasons at Texas earlier than transferring to UNLV for his junior season. After inconsistent manufacturing with the Longhorns, Williams put collectively his best season with the Rebels. He was UNLV’s second-leading scorer. Williams isn’t projected to be drafted.
Scouting report: Lanky and energetic wing who has the flexibility to defend a number of positions. Fast sufficient to defend small guards/ballhandlers and has the size to hassle larger forwards even when he will get pushed off his spot. Lively arms in passing lanes. Improved his 3-point proportion considerably from his time at Texas (21.9%). Above-the-rim finisher. Could possibly be a 3-and-D wing on the skilled stage. Might want to show his outdoors taking pictures is actual and enhance free-throw proportion (66.7%). Wants to enhance as a playmaker and rebounder. Getting stronger ought to be an emphasis for Williams, too.
Match: Williams has the instruments to develop into the form of 3-and-D wing who’d match with the Magic. It isn’t identified if his 3-point taking pictures shall be dependable sufficient to make defenses see him as a risk from past the arc. He might be an excellent choice for a two-way deal or Orlando’s G League affiliate, the Lakeland Magic, if he isn’t drafted.
This text first appeared on OrlandoSentinel.com. E mail Khobi Value at khprice@orlandosentinel.com or comply with him on Twitter at @khobi_price.
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