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What each Orlando Magic player should work on during the summer

By Ryan Doyle

Jan 20, 2017; Orlando, FL, USA; Orlando Magic guard Elfrid Payton (4) shoots over Milwaukee Bucks guard Malcolm Brogdon (13) during the second half at Amway Center. Orlando Magic defeated the Milwaukee Bucks 112-96. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 20, 2017; Orlando, FL, USA; Orlando Magic guard Elfrid Payton (4) shoots over Milwaukee Bucks guard Malcolm Brogdon (13) during the second half at Amway Center. Orlando Magic defeated the Milwaukee Bucks 112-96. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /
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Aaron Gordon, Orlando Magic, Chris Paul, LA Clippers
Dec 14, 2016; Orlando, FL, USA; Orlando Magic forward Aaron Gordon (00) drives to the basket as LA Clippers guard Chris Paul (3) defends during the second half at Amway Center. LA Clippers defeated the Orlando Magic 113-108. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /

Aaron Gordon

Aaron Gordon is a ball of potential. So far in his career, there have been glimpses of All-Star caliber play, but there is still work to be done.

So far in his career, Gordon has proven he can use his athleticism on the defensive end. In only a few seasons, Gordon has proven to be Orlando’s best perimeter defender.

Things are not looking as positive on the offensive side. Gordon lacks a true go-to move and his jump shot is far from consistent. If Gordon can use his athleticism like he does on the defensive end, he could skyrocket into the top tier of NBA forwards.

It appears Gordon will return to his more natural power forward position full-time next season. This will allow him to play closer to the basket than he did last season. This could bode well for Gordon as he will rely less on his outside shooting and dribble moves.

It proved to work out best for the team after the All-Star Break.

As he moves closer to the basket, a mid-range game may be Gordon’s key to success. It is not going to take one season for Gordon to become a marksman from the outside. But if he can hit 15-foot jump shots consistently he will get more space to use his quickness to get to the rim.

It is not going to take one season for Gordon to become a marksman from the outside. But if he can hit 15-foot jump shots consistently he will get more space to use his quickness to get to the rim.

If Gordon were to emulate a player, it would be Blake Griffin.

Griffin has developed into a solid offensive player and after six seasons in the league, his range has continually grown. If Gordon can follow in his footsteps, he would be a true building block for Orlando.