The 2-guard was unable to match the same output in points, assists or rebounds as the previous season. And in a lot of ways, Suggs failed to step up to the challenge. No matter how much Magic staff beamed about his defensive numbers, the shooting numbers and the lack of offensive push that he seemed to promise from college never materialized and became a hindrance.Įxpectations were modest for this season. Then injuries ate up his rookie season - first a hand injury and then ankle issues - that left him inconsistent and frustrated. That was a disappointment in itself because Suggs was supposed to be part of a consensus top-four in that draft. The fifth pick looking on as Scottie Barnes, taken one spot ahead, went on to win Rookie of the Year. Jalen Suggs had a tough rookie season for the Orlando Magic last year.
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