Victor Oladipo embraces role, succeeds off bench

Victor Oladipo had some soul searching to do after the decision to start him off the bench Wednesday. Instead he thrived and found success in the team’s win

Victor Oladipo had to do some soul searching Tuesday night entering Wednesday’s game.

His ego was undoubtedly hurt as Scott Skiles had to make the decision to push him to the bench for now to clean up some issues with the Orlando Magic’s starting unit. Skiles said it sucks. He has talked about his defensive play and energy all season. He has embodied many of the things he wants from his team.

Yet, the way things worked out and the decision Skiles made, Oladipo had to come off the bench. And some of the reason why is how he might react.

There…