ORLANDO – While learning the game from any NBA player is extraordinary, there is something even more special about it when the player was once in their shoes.
Most assumed Victor Oladipo would never become a professional basketball player when he ranked 144th in his high school graduating class by Rivals.com. But with incredible hard work, devotion and confidence, Oladipo defied the odds and went on to become a No. 2 overall NBA draft pick in 2013.
So when he surprised nearly 50 kids by showing up at the Orlando Magic’s holiday basketball camp, it was the right person to teach them about what it takes to accomplish their dreams on and off the court.