Orlando Magic: 5 options for pick No. 25 in 2017 NBA Draft
By Max Holm
4. Terrance Ferguson, SG, Adelaide
Terrance Ferguson is one of the toughest prospects to get a feel for heading into the draft. A tough season overseas in Australia showed Ferguson’s shooting slip. His three-point shot is supposed to be one of his most transferrable skills, perhaps his only one. Ferguson did, however, impress with his toughness and work ethic overseas, which may entice Frank Vogel.
After being a McDonald’s All-American, there’s certainly plenty of potential there, but it could take a while. Selecting Ferguson would definitely be more of a longer play for the Magic. He’ll have to immediately show an ability to defend and knock down threes just to get on the court.
Vogel may be the perfect coach to tap into his potential, though. After dialing up one of the league’s best defenses in Indiana, he could be the right coach to turn Ferguson into a defensive stud.
Three-and-D wings are a hot commodity, but there’s no guarantee his track record and athleticism will help him become that player. It’s certainly not off the table, but there’s a lot of homework for Orlando to do on Ferguson. If they like his drive and tools, he could be a nice prospect to take a chance on late in the first round.