The pressure was fully on Markelle Fultz as the Orlando Magic hit the midpoint of the season in Los Angeles against the Western Conference-leading Los Angeles Lakers.
He had made a mistake two games before against the Phoenix Suns, committing a turnover that led directly to Devin Booker’s go-ahead 3-pointer. He admitted the mistake at the time and wanted to make sure to fans and teammates he would make good when given another opportunity.
Fultz was ever faithful to the grind. He has had a lot to learn throughout this year — essentially his rookie year — but stayed true to himself.