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NBA Mock Draft 2017: 1st-Round Predictions, March Madness Edition

5. Orlando Magic Select Jayson Tatum, SF, Duke


Year: Freshman


Tatum's draft stock is obviously already pretty high, but he's someone who could continue to rise throughout March. He seems to get better every game, and if he carries Duke on a deep tournament run, it wouldn't be surprising if he snuck his way into the Top 3.

For now, the Magic get a 6-foot-8 small forward with a 6-foot-11 wingspan who can score at all three levels and already looks polished enough on the offensive end to average about 15 points per game at the next level. While someone like Jonathan Isaac is considered to have more upside down the road, Tatum would immediately improve a Magic squad that ranks 29th in the NBA in offensive rating. (Getty)

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