Why The Orlando Magic Do The Deal 

By contrast, the Orlando Magic don’t need ball handling. As a matter of fact, they have plenty of it on hand. In terms of playmaking, they’re also well-suited.

A lot of playmaking is currently offered by Paolo Banchero. It is true that Franz Wagner can also make plays. Meanwhile, the Magic just drafted Anthony Black, who is a plus-sized playmaker with great floor vision.

Having said that, Black is not a very good shooter. There is actually not much shooting on the Magic’s part in general. Why not add Pritchard?

It is likely that Pritchard will find minutes in this team’s rotation as he is a knockdown shooter. Adding a first-round pick that is almost certain to convey serves as an added plus that makes this a smart move. 

NBA TRADES, NEWS & RUMORS: Cole Anthony, Boston Celtics & Orlando Magic Updates

There is always the possibility of them drafting a player that, at some point, they will trade. Regardless, that would begin a transaction cycle that fuels their roster building efforts.