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2017 NBA Draft: 5 best fits for Kansas’ Josh Jackson

By Taylor Sturm

Mar 19, 2017; Tulsa, OK, USA; Kansas Jayhawks head coach Bill Self greets guard Josh Jackson (11) at the end of the game against the Michigan State Spartans in the second round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at BOK Center. Kansas defeated Michigan State 90-70. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 19, 2017; Tulsa, OK, USA; Kansas Jayhawks head coach Bill Self greets guard Josh Jackson (11) at the end of the game against the Michigan State Spartans in the second round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at BOK Center. Kansas defeated Michigan State 90-70. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports /
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Mar 22, 2017; Kansas City, MO, USA; Kansas Jayhawks guard Josh Jackson (11) shoots during practice the day before the Midwest Regional semifinals of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at Sprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 22, 2017; Kansas City, MO, USA; Kansas Jayhawks guard Josh Jackson (11) shoots during practice the day before the Midwest Regional semifinals of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at Sprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-USA TODAY Sports /

Orlando Magic

Orlando needs a small forward that knows the game of basketball, and Jackson is just that. With multiple offensive options, the Magic desperately need someone who can come in and make an immediate impact.

Mario Hezonja took a step backward to end the season, and the arrival of Jackson could push him to improve, as well.

More importantly, however, is that Jackson might be the best defender on this team that moment he steps on the court.

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