Magic rookie Anthony Black breaks down two areas of his game that should translate quickly to NBA

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When Anthony Black crashed the glass after his Orlando Magic teammate fired a last-second shot to defeat the New York Knicks in NBA Summer League play, it was instinctual.

At 6 feet, 7 inches and 200 pounds, Black is a standout point guard with loads of potential, beginning his NBA career as Orlando's sixth overall pick of the 2023 Draft. His length was a great asset during his time at the University of Arkansas, which he showcased with rebounding and defense, two areas he says will translate to the NBA his rookie season. 

"I think we played against some pretty good players in Summer League, and I think I held my own on that end," Black told Fox News Digital while promoting his partnerships with TIDAL and Lockerverse. 

"I’ve always been confident in my defense just with some of the tools I have. I feel like I have pretty good hands, and I feel like I do a good job keeping the ball in front. I definitely think I can defend and rebound at this level on day one. No matter what."

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Anthony Black of the Orlando Magic poses for a portrait during the 2023 NBA rookie photo shoot at UNLV July 14, 2023, in Las Vegas. (Jamie Squire/Getty Images)

A great example was Black sprinting toward the hoop when fellow draft pick Jett Howard launched a 28-foot 3-pointer to salvage a victory at the end of a game. Black knew he wasn’t going to get the ball at that moment, but he made sure to be available in case the rebound went his way.

"I’ve done it multiple times, too. A shot goes up, and there’s still enough time. And the defense just turns and watches to see what happens," Black said. 

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