I was WRONG about Bol Bol… 

I’m glad that bol bol Finally got the chance and opportunity to show his full potential Im happy for him

If he can keep this up, I think that Bol Bol could still live up to tbe hype of being one of the biggest draft steals from the 2019 NBA Draft.

The kid has a mission. He wants to prove he's isn't just a niche pick being tall for just an specific role. Good to see him balling with above average numbers in Orlando. Unlike on what he was in Denver, the recent Bol Bol is blowing my expectations. His dad must be so proud!

Bol Bol is in a similar situation jerami grant was in where they had to go to a bad team to develop their skills. Ironically both were traded from the nuggets

The future looks extremely bright for the Magic. Banchero is going to be a superstar, Wagner is a stud, Wendell Carter Jr is improving each year, Suggs has potential and then there is Bol Bol who has made a huge leap this year. On top of that, it looks like they will get a decent pick from the draft this year. They could be an incredible team if everything comes together.

I feel like Bol Bol wasn’t a bad player when he first got drafted. He just needed the right opportunity. With the nuggets he was never going to be an offensive option playing behind Jokic, but now in Orlando he’s proven he can be that consistent scoring and rebounding threat on a young team. It’s great to see him thriving in Orlando.

Fantastic analysis, Andy. Imagine the growth curve Bol Bol is experiencing as he's given the opportunity to play thru his mistakes...watching game tape, adjusting and improving his performance, aided by a training and coaching staff that believes in him and encourages him. Imagine his "upgrade" at season's end and over the summer when he has a chance to truly reflect on the last season's results and spend quality time working to fill in the holes in his game. The upside for Bol Bol and the Orlando Magic is staggering. They may not be the winningest team in the NBA right now but they are definitely my favorite team to watch. Andy, I love that you are willing to give a fair assessment to the game and players as the truth reveals itself to you. Keep up the good work!

I am actually looking forward to see Bol Bol match up against Wembanyama next season due to their similar playstyle. I hope Bol's future will be much brighter with the Magic as long as he stays healthy in the future.

That 1.5 fpg is outstanding. The Magic can play him as a closer without worrying about him committing too many fouls.

I'm just glad he's finally getting minutes and is showing what's he's always been capable of 💯 he gettin that 2k rating up 😂💯

im glad you were able to admit you were wrong about bol bol, cant say the same for a bunch of other channels who were saying Bol Bol would be out of the league soon lol. I always knew he had this in him he just drafted into a horrible situation. How would he ever get any chance when he had to play behind Jokic... people forget that during his college season he was projected to be a top 5 pick before he got injured and put out the whole year. He was playing insane.

so happy for him. I had a feeling people were being a bit hasty in writing him off.

So much of these players' success comes down to chance. Chance that they get drafted into the right situation, on the right team, and that they earn/get opportunities. I'm glad to see Bol2 getting his.

Honestly, it just seems he's 100% healthy for the first time since getting to the league more than anything else.

Been following your channel for a couple of years now. Love the content and the follow up stories to previous videos. Keep up the great content! Love listening to your videos

Imagine them winning the Victor Sweepstakes? they might be the first team starting all positions 6'10" above

The only thing that I'm scared for big guys like Bol is they are prone to injury.

DeAaron Fox isn’t scared of shooting on bol bol he scored 3 straight possessions on him

I was expected this video from you! Nice

Dude had a 5 game stretch where he plays ok, now everyone think he gonna live up to those hyped up expectations he had in high school 😆

Good video Andy. Overall, the media needs to be more patient with these young players. We're in the age of wanting results immediately. We expect draft picks to enter the league like Luka or they're a bust. Most new players need at least 4 years to develop for their true potential to show. I enjoy seeing players evolve and turn into producers/stars, and they still have plenty of time ahead of them.

As a magic fan we love this guy in Orlando. I just hope he remembers who gave him a chance and he sticks around when his contract is up.🙏🏼 He has a chance to be a fan favorite legend here

This guy is unbelievable, don't get me wrong Bol is good too. Most pleasent and thriller music and perfect narrative give Andys videos great quality, without heavy editing and stuff too and his basketball knowledge is on point I think we can all agree. Thank you man for the greatest basketball content on yt.

Not use to the Magic making such a good move but here it is. Bol Bol seriously got game. Not sure why he's getting so few minutes as the Magic should be letting him run more and exploring how far he can go right now. I wrote about the Raptors targeting him in a trade coming up on my Substack. I think he's got a lot more to offer teams.

As a Bol Bol RPA card collector, I am glad he is balling out! Just shared my Bol Bol collection on RU-vid haha

Sometimes it takes a bad team to bring the best out of players. Im kinda glad Bol Bol in on the Magic. The playing time he gets can help him showcase his abilities.

Lol brings me back to my good ol high school days in SoCal when we had the chino hills team hyped up with the ball bros and mater dei with Stanley Johnson and then bol bol transferred there.

Bulls need one of those Magic PFs.. He looks great.. Can we get Mo Bamba?

hes got an impact with any teams he might not stop giannis or AD but he can challenge their shot and force them to guard him since he got some outside touches, not sure why other teams gave up on him

He was a big baller this preseason and has had a good start to the 22-23 season

Giving Mike Malone a pass for sitting a player with crazy potential like that is ridiculous. Especially since they need a guy like him now. That was just bad player development by them. No way they couldn’t give him at least 15 minutes when jokic was literally out there with 10 tile players last season

He need to be consistent first.. Thats the most important if he wants to stay on starting 5 and to improve his game.

In life in general - having someone believe in you empowers success! I hope Bol Bol has a long and effective career.

I loved this video man ❤

If he can bulkup like Gianni's, he would be scary

I was rooting for him (Bol Bol) to succeed. I wish Thon Maker would also succeed but he didnt have the opportunity to develop (in Milwaukee) and was already too late when he played in other teams.

Great analysis! Has he expressed which NT he's willing to represent next level? Nowadays, the historic track don't mean a thing (can't understand the contradictions) I'm glad for him. I'm curious about his future, as the Mohamed Bamba's. Greetings from Portugal. Ps- Also very happy with the health the League is demonstrating, so many talented players, so much young blood! Chances are being given as i have never seen before. I once feared the worst: the League was stagnant around the transition of the millenium. Só many veteran players, lack of generational rennewal Today, all the signs are on opposite drection. I find it vibrant! Sure, veteran players will always be needed.

- J Isaac didn't failed, injuries. - Magic has too much options instead actually, that the touches are irregular. Paolo, Franz, Suggs, Fultz, Cole, WCJ etc Very young team.

I'll be honest and state as a matter of fact that Orlando might just have a foundation for the future success they will have. They have two of the best frontcourt players in Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner, a nice backcourt with Cole Anthony and Jalen Suggs, Bol Bol, and Wendell Carter is finally having a breakthrough season as a starting Center. Orlando might not be good now, but if the front office gives this time to develop and gets the right pieces in the offseason then they will be good.

Let's hope he stays injury free, he has a high ceiling

Bol always had it, he was injured and most importantly he wasn’t in a favorable situation being drafted to a playoff contender trying to reach the finals

Bol BOL is the truth! By the end of the season they will be giving the NBA headaches. The Magic need to play their big lineup more.

@Andy Hoops, you're a certified "G" for making this video after your initial video about Bol Bol. #SALUTE

Who failed on the Magic? Isaac didn’t fail he became injured. Fultz the same thing. Bol Bol needed a chance and took advantage of his opportunity.

Thank you for self accountability Andy it’s really appreciated.

RESPECT 🤝🏽 YOUR STAND UP FOR THAT 💯

Bol is love, Bol is life Finally, he is slowly able to redeem himself

congrats for figuring, unlike the genius coach in Denver, that Bol has talent, something that was obvious from Day 1 in Denver to anyone knowing anything about the game.

I feel like bol bol is the dream pick for a terrible team. Yet none took a shot on him. The nuggets did and didn’t even use him. Glad the magic are.

I have liked bol bol game sense he was in high school. First time I saw him play. I was like no way. How the hell does he move so smooth on the court. Being so tall. As a magic fan I was happy they traded for him. When he wasn't going to play last year. I was like I bet they sign him and give him a shot. They signed him two years. Which was a great move. He has been really good so far this year. I watch all their games. The future is bright in Orlando. My favorite part is his different floaters. I'm like that is not fair. For anybody guarding him lol

As often the case, media portrayal of an athlete has a big impact to them mentally. Let’s hope this dud could get or atleast maintain minutes and make good use of it because after orlando there no assurance he can get the same opportunity again. Nice take as always👍

Nice Andy I’m glad you own your take some people will ignore it or act like nothing happened lol 😂

The thing about him now is that he's agressive both end of the floor, unlike before. Well, to be fair with him, he has more minutes in Orlando than Denver.

I love watching the magic now! Him and banchero heating shit up.

10:15 as a Boston fan I hate that we didn’t give him a chance before trading him. However totally excited for his taking over the NBA!

Great post....I wa a BIG Manute Bol fan. I just watched BOL BOL play the Wizards and yes..He can play!!

Great see BoL BoL happy in team where he is wanted his future is bright I see him being all star soon and future DPOY he deserves it

Great video

Going to Orlando was a blessing in disguise now look at him. He's balling out

He's a mix tape highlight and he's a delight to watch under that context. But can he be a winner? Many experts pointed out his flaws and is he willing to improve upon them?

Honestly tho if he can keep this up , he can be reminded as one of the steals from the underrated 2019 NBA Draft But I’m so glad he’s showing his chance and his overall opportunity to play more

I always believed in the guy along with Tacko. Its not too often we get giants who are skilled at the game.

only thing he needs to improve on his draft day suit, but it's a little too late for that hehe

The good thing about Andy Hoops is he admits his mistake, unlike some other Basketball RU-vidrs.

Orlando has a good young core if they can develop together. Paolo, Franz, Bol, Suggs, Fultz, still got TRoss….

It's insane how this kid has such movements and ball handles when his so tall it's absolutely unbelievable. This kid will shock a lot of people....

That guy is the compact version of his father Manute Bol smaller than his dad but has an ability to shoot the rock from mid-range to downtown.

Bol Bol is in a good situation and, while his numbers have declined somewhat as the season has gone on, he has definitely shown a lot of promise after not being able to get his career going on some good Nuggets teams. What’s even better is he’s on a Magic team that is trying to get better and even has an outside shot at the play-in. Playing on teams like the Rockets and Spurs doesn’t benefit young stars because they’re told they can just chuck up shots all game. Watch the interview Theo Pinson had with John Wall and you’ll see what I’m talking about.

I sure thought we had Bol in Detroit, I'll take a cheap project with that upside any day.

He always showed he had talent in Denver They didn't want to play him When he was in the game, they talked about his highlights

Orlando should keep Banchero, Bol, & Franz as untouchables & experiment with trade talk with their other young core. Bring in better 3 point shooters, defense, & possibly an all star (superstar is a stretch lowkey) & they could be a playoff team in the next 2 seasons

If bol can get his defensive game on 🎯💯% he's definitely gonna be even more dangerous. He's definitely a scoring machine though and I'm glad he's getting this PT because now he can work on his flaws.

Lol you were so quick to give up on my boy bol

Ppl have to stop saying Wemby is just Bol Bol. Bol is a freak of nature, but has some glaring weaknesses in decision making and lacks some fluidity. Wemby doesn’t have those issues

Just like Durant, he doesn't really need to change his body composition significantly. As the old adage goes, "if it ain't broke..."

Bro's gone be an ORLANDO legend waTCH..... Believed in bro since the bubble

I always liked Bol. Glad to see him finally getting a chance to show what he can do.

Need to see an entire season and how is body holds up, i Dont know about those legs yet. His last 5 games has been underwhelming

Update.Bol Bol got waived by Magic. He kinda hit a wall during the season

Bol Bol so far is (almost) everything people say Wemby is gonna be in the league

Good to see him improving I want to see him vs Victor Wembyana

I watched Manute play on TV when I was a kid. I always root for old man Bol and I’m still rooting for the kid Bol.

Andy hoops is the best

I wish he doesn’t get injured. His frame is very injury prone.

U didn't mention the foot problem Orlando found got fixed and reaping the rewards

Bol bol the goat man been watching dude since high school he’s about to be nasty in a few years

I seriously knew all along that he just needed time and a change of scenery to be at least above average

Bol is a spectacle to watch a spectacular spectacle

It's good to see Bol getting a chance. I really wish Omer Yurtseven would get a chance to play in Miami. He's the best big man on the Heat besides Bam, but Spoelstra won't play him.

I hope you're keeping your eye on Chet Holmgren lol..

So happy for him he finally gets a legit chance in Orlando

Bol content 🔥🔥🔥

"Smoking out a two pound, balling like I'm Bol Bol" - BabyTron, Space Jam

flipping crazy how he knocks down threes. One of my top 3 players

People worried about players “positions” 😂. Just put the ball in the basket and keep the other team from scoring as much. Basketball 101.

Compared to Nic Claxton who is the same age and approx same size Bol Bol is -30 in rtg stats. Minus 30.

Watched Orlando vs Clipers and he played well...but Banchero ws great on defense...so young but defend like Wiggs or Kawhi.Magic have solid future

Ngl i sleep on him too but hes definitely been improving

I ain't not gonna lie I rocked wit Bol Bol since he in H.S. an I called to free him in Denver cu my boy ain't no scrub he a top 3 superstar fr

Wanted LAKERS to sign Bol Bol but Sun's did and I believe with him and Durant in same lineup will be a beast