Orlando Magic: 5 options for pick No. 33 in 2017 NBA Draft

Mar 25, 2017; Kansas City, MO, USA; Oregon Ducks guard Tyler Dorsey (5) reacts during the second half against the Kansas Jayhawks in the finals of the Midwest Regional of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at Sprint Center. Oregon defeated Kansas 74-60. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-USA TODAY Sports /

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Orlando Magic: 5 options for 33rd pick in 2017 NBA Draft

Mar 18, 2017; Milwaukee, WI, USA; Iowa State Cyclones guard Monte Morris (11) celebrates during the first half of the game against the Purdue Boilermakers in the second round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at BMO Harris Bradley Center. Mandatory Credit: James Lang-USA TODAY Sports /

5. Monte Morris, PG, Iowa State

The Magic have seemingly soured on Elfrid Payton since acquiring him in a trade on the night of the 2014 NBA Draft. Payton has not developed as hoped and was even benched at times last season. Orlando will probably look to bring in some competition in the backcourt this offseason and Morris would present that.

Morris is one of the most underrated point guards and prospects overall in this year’s draft class. The only thing holding him back is his athleticism. He doesn’t possess much explosiveness, but he more than makes up for it with his high basketball IQ and point guard skills.

Morris is as good as they come running an offense. During his four-year career with the Cyclones, Morris averaged only 1.2 turnovers compared to 5.5 assists per game. In addition to his ability to run an offense, Morris can also help the offense with his ability to knock down three-pointers.

Morris would make for an excellent selection should he be sitting there at the top of the second round. He brings a lot to the table that the Magic could use and should be able to provide backup minutes right off the bat.

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