Orlando Magic #6 Pick Ausar Thompson | 2023 NBA Mock Draft

In this mock draft, Kelcey Wright Johnson and Kobe Price represents the Orlando Magic and discusses the team’s needs and draft strategy. With the sixth pick, Kobe selects Asar Thompson from Overtime Elite. Despite Thompson not being an obvious fit in terms of addressing the team’s needs, Kobe sees significant potential and an intriguing skill set in him. He describes Thompson as having the tools of a borderline All-Star and believes that with the right coaching and development, he can become a special player. Kobe highlights Thompson’s athleticism, defensive versatility, playmaking ability, and the potential to be a good connector on the court. While shooting consistency and defensive fundamentals are areas for improvement, Kobe sees them as coachable aspects that can be developed over time.