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Why the No. 46 Pick Is a Hidden Gold Mine for the Orlando Magic

Orlando Magic On SI·Jeremy Brener·6 months ago
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The Orlando Magic hold the No. 46 overall pick in next month's NBA Draft , which doesn't seem like a major opportunity.

However, several players have transformed that draft slot to a successful NBA career.

Here's a look at five success stories from the No. 46 overall pick in the 21st century:

Matt Barnes (2002)

Boston Celtics forward Paul Pierce holds the ball away from Orlando Magic forward Matt Barnes. | David Butler II-Imagn Images

Barnes carved out a gritty 14-season career by transforming himself into one of the league’s premier defenders. After bouncing between several teams early on, including a stint with the Magic in 2009-10, he found his stride as a versatile wing defender and reliable floor spacer.

Barnes eventually secured an NBA championship with the Golden State Warriors in 2017.…

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