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Draft Column: Breaking down Jett Howard’s fit on the Orlando Magic, Kobe Bufkin’s fit on Atlanta Hawks

For the third season in a row, two Michigan Wolverines have been selected in the NBA Draft, with Jett Howard going to the Orlando Magic at No. 11 and Kobe Bufkin heading to the Atlanta Hawks at No. 15. This is the first time Michigan has had two picks in the top-15 since Juwan Howard and Jalen Rose in 1994.

Both guys should get a chance to contribute right away for their respective teams. Let’s break down the fit for Howard and Bufkin.

Jett Howard

When it comes to Michigan players in the NBA, the Orlando Magic have really cornered the market.