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.…