Riley was selected with the No. 21 overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft and his arrival in D.C. was overshadowed by the team's selection of Tre Johnson No. 6 overall. Despite that, the former Illinois standouts flashes throughout Summer League made it clear that Washington could have another potential star on their hands. And following his impressive performance in Washington's second preseason game against the New York Knicks, Riley's hype only continued to grow.
The Magic's acquisition of Desmond Bane through a major trade signals their commitment to a win-now approach, utilizing multiple future draft picks to enhance their roster.
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