WALTER CLAYTON or JASE RICHARDSON: Where do the Orlando Magic go now in the NBA Draft?

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The Orlando Magic now turn their attention fully to the draft after their big trade for Desmond Bane. What direction will they go and who they will target?Most have them seeking out some guard help which brings the big question to the front: Do the Magic prefer Walter Clayton or Jase Richardson? Will either be available for the Magic?Orlando has plenty of needs and plenty of traits they tend to prefer. Orlando will weigh a lot of options as they take a win-now approach to the upcoming season.0:00 Intro: Magic's draft options after Bane trade5:08 Debate between Walter Clayton and Jase Richardson11:47 Analyzing Jase Richardson's strengths and weaknesses16:52 Other point guard options in the draft22:29 Examining the Magic's center position needs26:35 Evaluating center prospects Thomas Sorber and Maxime Reynaud30:39 Closing thoughts on Magic's draft strategySupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!OLIPOPGet a free can of OLIPOP! Just buy any two cans in store and they’ll reimburse you for one. Head to drinkolipop.com/LOCKEDONNBA to claim your free can and find OLIPOP near you.CarGurusBuy or sell your next car today with CarGurus at CarGurus.com to make sure your big deal is the best deal.WayFairGive your home the refresh it needs with Wayfair. Head to Wayfair.com right now. Wayfair. Every style. Every home.Monarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNBA at monarchmoney.com/lockedonnba for 50% off your first yearGametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.FanDuelRight now, new customers can get TWO HUNDRED DOLLARS in BONUS BETS when your first FIVE DOLLAR BET WINS! Download the app or head to FANDUEL.COM to get started. Bet with FanDuel—Official Partner of the NBA.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What this episode covers

The Orlando Magic still hold one first-round pick after their trade for Desmond Bane, resetting team needs. They now require a backup point guard and bench scorer. The draft debate centers on Walter Clayton vs. Jase Richardson takes center stage. Clayton, a Florida guard, showcases scoring ability and clutch performance. Richardson, son of Jason Richardson, excels at rim finishing but lacks playmaking skills.