2017 Orlando Magic Player Outlook: C.J. Wilcox

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C.J. Wilcox, Los Angeles Clippers, Los Angeles Lakers

Apr 5, 2016; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers guard C.J. Wilcox (30) shoots against Los Angeles Lakers center Robert Sacre (50) during the second half at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports /

Overall Outlook

C.J. Wilcox is a good shooter. If he has a NBA skill. That is it.

The problem in trying to figure out whether Wilcox will contribute at all to this team. He simply has not played enough in his two years in the NBA so far to conclude much about what he can bring to a team.

In the very few times he has played significant minutes, he contributed fine for a bench player. And then had one really good game.

The shooting will help Wilcox stick around. It was certainly enough to intrigue the Magic to acquire him this offseason.

And Wilcox will get something he has probably never had — opportunity.

The Magic are in a position to let Wilcox have a realistic shot at some playing time. Even if Jodie Meeks wins the backup shooting guard position, there will be a time during the season when the Magic feel like they should turn to Wilcox. That is the nature of the league. He did not have that opportunity behind the two guards with the Clippers.

Whether Wilcox takes advantage of this opportunity is unclear. Orlando may go ahead and take the pressure off and pick up his fourth-year option. Or they may wait to see what they have in camp before committing to this young player for another year.

What is important for Wilcox at this point in his career is to get playing time. He has the opportunity to be a positive contributor to this team. Wilcox fills a need the Magic have. He is a good insurance policy should Meeks’ injury be more serious.

That is a good thing for the Magic and a good thing for Wilcox.

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