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NBA Power Rankings: All 30 Backcourts

By Maxwell Ogden

Dec 13, 2013; Orlando, FL, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers point guard Kyrie Irving (2) and shooting guard Dion Waiters (3) against the Orlando Magic during the first quarter at Amway Center. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 13, 2013; Orlando, FL, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers point guard Kyrie Irving (2) and shooting guard Dion Waiters (3) against the Orlando Magic during the first quarter at Amway Center. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /
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Apr 14, 2014; Chicago, IL, USA; Orlando Magic guard Victor Oladipo (5) dribbles the ball against Chicago Bulls guard Jimmer Fredette (32) during the second quarter at the United Center. Mandatory Credit: Mike DiNovo-USA TODAY Sports
Apr 14, 2014; Chicago, IL, USA; Orlando Magic guard Victor Oladipo (5) dribbles the ball against Chicago Bulls guard Jimmer Fredette (32) during the second quarter at the United Center. Mandatory Credit: Mike DiNovo-USA TODAY Sports /

30. Orlando Magic (Victor Oladipo & Elfrid Payton)

In two or three seasons, the Orlando Magic could have one of the Eastern Conference’s best backcourts. Both Victor Oladipo and Elfrid Payton have elite defensive upside. Unfortunately, upside is all they have right now.

Oladipo showed flashes of greatness as a rookie, but he’s still adjusting to playing point guard. Payton could pan out and help Oladipo shift to the 2, but he’s a rookie from a small school and conference.

The potential is tremendous, but there’s only so much you can say about a backcourt that hasn’t played a single game together.