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Orlando Magic Prospect Watch: Early Introduction

By David Iwanowski

January 5, 2017; Los Angeles, CA, USA; UCLA Bruins guard Lonzo Ball (2) moves to the basket against the defense of California Golden Bears guard Stephen Domingo (31) during the second half at Pauley Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports
January 5, 2017; Los Angeles, CA, USA; UCLA Bruins guard Lonzo Ball (2) moves to the basket against the defense of California Golden Bears guard Stephen Domingo (31) during the second half at Pauley Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports /
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Jayson Tatum, Duke
Jan 7, 2017; Durham, NC, USA; As Duke Blue Devils forward Jayson Tatum (0) goes up for a dunk he is fouled by Boston College Eagles forward Nik Popovic (21) during the first half of their game at Cameron Indoor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark Dolejs-USA TODAY Sports /

Jayson Tatum, Duke

The 6-foot-8 forward from Duke is one of the most skilled prospects in this draft.

He is an athletic two-way forward. He can attack the rim, run the pick and roll and his mid-range and free throw success combined with his fluid shooting mechanics suggest he can become a good 3-point shooter. He has the athleticism and footwork to become a strong defender as well.

He still needs to improve his decision-making, which is not a bad problem for an 18 year old to have.

The combination of him and Aaron Gordon at the two forward positions could be lethal for the Magic, resulting in incredible athleticism and versatility as well as the offensive combo the Magic had hoped Gordon could form with Tobias Harris.