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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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Dwayne Bacon, Florida State Seminoles
Dec 31, 2016; Charlottesville, VA, USA; Florida State Seminoles guard Dwayne Bacon (4) makes the game winning three point field goal over Virginia Cavaliers forward Isaiah Wilkins (21) with two seconds left in the second half at John Paul Jones Arena. The Seminoles won 60-58. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports /

Dwayne Bacon, Florida State

Some readers may assume I am a Florida State homer, as a Magic fan who suggested they target two Florida State players in the draft. But I am neither a FSU fan nor a homer (despite my desire to mention Orlando-are proespect Joel Berry and Jordan McLaughlin here, as a Tar Heel fan).

Bacon is a 6-foot-7 wing with a strong and athletic build. He elected to return to college for his sophomore year, and he has shown significant improvement so far in leading this Seminole team towards the top of the ACC standings.

Bacon has become a versatile scorer who can create, drive and even shoot the three at a solid mark. He gets to the rim somewhat effectively and has the tools to be a solid NBA defender.

Bacon needs to work on his off-ball skills, understanding of the game and shooting consistency, but he can become a good two-way wing that would help the Magic going forward. He would likely be an option if the Magic are slotted in the later end of the aforementioned range.