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Orlando Mock Draft Roundup: Nearing the end

By Philip Rossman-Reich

Dec 3, 2016; Durham, NC, USA; Duke Blue Devils forward Jayson Tatum (0) pulls in a rebound against Maine Black Bears guard Ilker Er (21) in the second half of their game at Cameron Indoor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark Dolejs-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 3, 2016; Durham, NC, USA; Duke Blue Devils forward Jayson Tatum (0) pulls in a rebound against Maine Black Bears guard Ilker Er (21) in the second half of their game at Cameron Indoor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark Dolejs-USA TODAY Sports /
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6th Pick: Jayson Tatum, F/Duke

Everyone seems to agree the Magic’s biggest need is to find a star. Differentiating between the options for the Magic at six is really matter of preference.

Tatum would be a solid pick nonetheless. He averaged 16.8 points and 7.3 rebounds per game, showing not only scoring ability but plenty of versatility to attack the glass. Tatum is one of the most complete players in this Draft.

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25th Pick: Jawun Evans, PG/Oklahoma State

Jawun Evans is a veteran player who should be able to step in right away and provide a scoring punch off the bench. He is a strong creator who can get into the lane and make plays for others. That is exactly what a team wants out of a point guard. As many pundits note, Evans led the most efficient offensive in the country in Stillwater.