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Orlando Magic: 3 players primed for a breakout season

By Jacob Warfle

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - OCTOBER 24: Mo Bamba #5 of the Orlando Magic in action against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden on October 24, 2021 in New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Steven Ryan/Getty Images)
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - OCTOBER 24: Mo Bamba #5 of the Orlando Magic in action against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden on October 24, 2021 in New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Steven Ryan/Getty Images) /
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Jalen Suggs has had an uneven start to his rookie season. But the Orlando Magic guard is still doing good things. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-USA TODAY Sports /

Orlando Magic breakout players

Jalen Suggs

The Orlando Magic hope Jalen Suggs can become a star. But his play has been sporadic in the first five games of his rookie season.

So far Suggs has shown a great ability to get his shot off and get to the rim, but things are falling right now.

In 30 minutes per game, Suggs is averaging 11.6 points, 3.6 rebounds and 3.6 assists per game. He is shooting a brisk 28-percent from the field.

As many have noted, Suggs seems to be sped up on most plays, not fully making decisions before he makes a move. This is the case with most young, athletic guards. As he gains more NBA experience, the game will slow down.

All of this goes to say, this is probably the worst we will ever see Suggs perform in a Magic uniform. The breakout is coming, it is just a matter of when.

Suggs was talked about as one of the top draft prospects for a reason. He can create for others, defend at a high level, run the break, and get to the hole…all qualities of a star guard.

A breakout is when a players potential matches his performance resulting in production.

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Suggs is right now at the “potential” stage, but the growth is imminent.