In the NBA today, it seems like one position has gained primacy over all others. As Jerry Brewer of The Washington Post detailed, the point guard position has taken a big transformation since the league changed rules to allow for more freedom of movement. Securing a good point guard is almost like securing a strong center was in the 1980s. It was a guaranteed way to contention.
It was a big search for every team. And when the Orlando Magic were looking to move on from Jameer Nelson they desperately sought a point guard for the future.