Orlando Magic: 3 veteran point guards that the Magic could bring in this summer

This season, for the first time since 2012, the Orlando Magic reached the playoffs. Back in September, few had predicted that the Magic would make their first postseason appearance since Dwight Howard exited the team, although Orlando's successful season was fuelled by a promising young core and the All-Star performances from Nikola Vucevic.

The Magic ultimately exited the playoffs at the first hurdle, losing 4-1 to the Toronto Raptors, although there is no doubting the huge steps forward that the franchise has taken over the past 12 months. Yet, it is important that Orlando continue to move forward this summer, and the addition of a new point guard should be the number one priority. D.J. Augustin has done little to suggest that he can lead the team to contention, and there are also a number of capable veteran free-agents hitting the market this summer.

So, with plenty of guards to choose from, here are three that could make an immediate impact.

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#3 Isaiah Thomas

Denver Nuggets v Boston Celtics

Isaiah Thomas has endured another difficult season. Following his much-anticipated return to fitness, he was quickly dropped from the Nuggets' rotation, and there are also still doubts over how his hip will affect him going forward.

Despite this, Thomas is still only 30, and during his 12 appearances from the Denver bench, he showed a few glimpses of his form from the 16/17 season. This was a campaign in which Thomas led the Boston Celtics to the Western Finals, averaging 28.9 points per game, and there is still the possibility that Thomas could refind some of his 2017 magic.

After leaving Denver this summer, Thomas will once again face the prospect of signing another one-year minimum deal. This sort of contract shields the Magic's from any long term damage, and even if he fails to rediscover his earlier form, Thomas could still add much-needed depth to the bench.

#2 Rajon Rondo

Minnesota Timberwolves v Los Angeles Lakers

Rajon Rondo performed well for the Los Angeles Lakers this year, although it remains highly unlikely that the team will extend his stay for another season. The Lakers are looking to sign an All-Star point guard such as Kyrie Irving or Kemba Walker, and with Rondo recently turning 33, the Lakers also want to go in a more youthful direction.

This leaves Rondo seeking a sixth different team in as many years, and his stats suggest that he would be a positive addition to the Magic. Over the course of the 18/19 season, Rondo averaged 9.2 points, 8.0 assists, and 5.3 rebounds. Rondo has also developed into somewhat of a threat from beyond the arc (36%), and he is well known for his leadership on the court.

Ultimately, Rondo may only be a one-year fix, although he will bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to a young roster.

#1 Derrick Rose

Derrick Rose enjoyed a resurgence this season

Just 12 months ago, Derrick Rose was complementing retiring from basketball. Despite still being in his 20s, the former MVP's best days appeared to be behind him, as persistent injuries had stunted a career that was destined for the Hall of Fame.

Yet, Rose opted to sign a one-year minimum deal in Minnesota after impressing during the 2018 playoffs, and he wasted no time in demonstrating why he became NBA's youngest ever MVP. On his first start for the Timberwolves, Rose scored a career-high 50 points in a 128–125 win over the Utah Jazz, and his form earned calls for an All-Star nod.

While this never materialized, Rose continued to excel as the sixth man, finishing the season averaging 18.0 points, 4.3 assists, and 2.7 rebounds. At 30, Rose should still have a number of years remaining, and if the Magic can sign him to a two-year deal for around $10 million, Rose would represent a huge improvement over D.J. Augustin.