NBA Draft 2011: 5 Prospects the Orlando Magic Should Target in Round 2

For most fans around the NBA, the excitement level for the draft is peaking; in Orlando, that is not the case.

Between the Dwight Howard speculation and the Orlando Magic not having a first-round pick, the draft buzz around Orlando is seemingly nonexistent. For Otis Smith and the Magic, there is talent to be had in the second round, contrary to what some might think.

The Magic desperately need a backup center for Dwight—and they could also use a scorer/defender on the perimeter. These five players can all play a role off the bench for the Magic in the 2011-2012 season, even if they are second-round picks. 

Jon Diebler, G, Ohio State University

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CLEVELAND, OH - MARCH 20: Jon Diebler #33 of the Ohio State Buckeyes shoots against the George Mason Patriots during the third of the 2011 NCAA men's basketball tournament at Quicken Loans Arena on March 20, 2011 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Andy Lyons/

Jon Diebler is the most prominent three-point specialist in the 2011 draft class. 

Diebler shot a ridiculous 50 percent from three-point land (five percentage points better then Jimmer Fredette) during his senior season with the Buckeyes, including a Mar. 1 game against Penn State where Diebler knocked down 10 three-pointers on only 12 attempts.

Diebler is underrated for his ability to drive to the rim off a shot fake, and at 6''6' he has good size on the perimeter.

Stan Van Gundy and the Magic live and die by the three-point shot, so the top three-point shooter in the draft has to be on this list. Some might say the Magic already have J.J. Redick as a three-point specialist, but Redick is the most valuable trade asset other then Dwight Howard the Magic have and if Orlando is to make a move this offseason, Redick will most likely be on his way out—enter Jon Diebler.

Demetri McCamey, PG, University of Illinois

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TULSA, OK - MARCH 20: Demetri McCamey #32 of the Illinois Fighting Illini takes a shot over Markieff Morris #21 of the Kansas Jayhawks during the third round of the 2011 NCAA men's basketball tournament at BOK Center on March 20, 2011 in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

Demetri McCamey has been the backbone of the Illinois basketball team for the past three years, and even played 27 minutes per game during his freshman year.

McCamey averaged almost 15 points with six assists last year and more importantly, shot 45 percent from the three-point line. Demetri McCamey stands 6''3' and is a true point guard that the Magic could use behind the injury-prone Nelson and the seemingly nonexistent Chris Duhon. 

McCamey will never be an All-Star point guard, but he could be a reliable option off the bench for the Magic. 

Travis Leslie, G/SF, University of Georgia

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CHARLOTTE, NC - MARCH 18: Travis Leslie #1 of the Georgia Bulldogs dunks the ball in the first half while taking on the Washington Huskies during the second round of the 2011 NCAA men's basketball tournament at Time Warner Cable Arena on March 18, 2011 i

Travis Leslie is the most athletically gifted prospect in this year's draft class. Though Leslie is kind of a "tweener" at 6''4', his ability to get too the rim and finish strong is undeniable. 

Leslie averaged over 14 points per game as a junior for the Georgia Bulldogs, and although his outside shooting is lacking, the Magic need athleticism on the perimeter and Leslie brings just that.

David Lighty, G/SF, Ohio State University

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NEWARK, NJ - MARCH 25: Josh Harrellson #55 of the Kentucky Wildcats in action against David Lighty #23 of the Ohio State Buckeyes during the east regional semifinal of the 2011 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament at the Prudential Center on March 25, 2011 i

As hard as it may be to believe, David Lighty was part of the "Thad 5" with Greg Oden and Mike Conley back in 2007. While Conley and Oden have been in the NBA now for four years, Lighty is set to finally join them.

David Lighty has had quite the career for the Buckeyes. He's the most experienced player in this year's draft class and has been around nothing but success at Ohio State. Lighty averaged over 12 points per game during his senior season while shooting 42 percent from behind the arc. 

Lighty will not be a star player by any means in the NBA, but he will be a solid role player. Lighty has the ability to knock down outside shots, but more importantly he is a superior defender on the perimeter, something the Orlando Magic desperately need.

Keith Benson, PF/C, Oakland Golden Grizzlies

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MILWAUKEE - MARCH 19: Keith Benson #34 of the Oakland Golden Grizzlies shoots the ball over Gary McGhee #52 of the Pittsburgh Panthers in the second half during the first round of the 2010 NCAA men's basketball tournament at the Bradley Center on March 1

Keith Benson (6''11', 220 pounds) had a standout four-year career for the Oakland Golden Grizzlies.

During his senior season, Benson had per-game averages of over 17 points, 10 rebounds and 3.5 blocks.

Benson is one of those players that seem to not only get overlooked for being a senior, but also because he doesn't play in a "top tier" conference.

Though Benson did play at a smaller school, his numbers against some of the better teams in college basketball are truly impressive.

Against the University of West Virginia, Benson scored 22 points and grabbed 15 rebounds. When the Golden Grizzlies traveled to Purdue, Keith Benson put up 16 points and 14 rebounds. How about against Michigan State? He had 17 points 12 rebounds. No matter who the opponent was, Benson never disappointed.

With a 7'4" wingspan, Keith Benson is a prolific shot-blocker and all-around defender, which complements his offensive game nicely.

Benson would look great in a Magic uniform and he would be a steal in the middle of the second round. If he is on the board, Otis Smith should jump on him.

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