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Good morning to everyone but especially to…
PAOLO BANCHERO…
The Magic pulled off one of the all-time covert operations when it came to the No. 1 overall selection in last night’s draft. After much speculation, Orlando selected Duke product Paolo Banchero with the first pick.
Our basketball reporter Gary Parrish gave Orlando an A in his draft grades.
Parrish: “Even though I would have taken Chet Holmgren, I can’t say it’s wrong to take Banchero. I think he’s going to be the most impactful player right from the jump and the favorite to win Rookie of the Year. This is sensible, if surprising. He’s a big, strong and skilled forward who could be an incredible building block in Orlando. Grade: A“
Banchero has some lofty standards to live up to. Orlando’s previous No. 1 picks: Dwight Howard (2004), Chris Webber (1993 — traded), Shaquille O’Neal (1992).
Here’s how the entire top ten played out, with analysis for each pick:
Here are grades for every pick.
… AND ALSO A GOOD MORNING TO THE…
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