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Hornets get Florida State forward Dwayne Bacon (via Pelicans)

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Florida State shooting guard Dwayne Bacon is an aggressive scorer with the potential to be a defensive problem. (0:23)

The Charlotte Hornets will receive Florida State forward Dwayne Bacon (via Pelicans), who was the No. 40 overall pick of the 2017 NBA draft on Thursday night.

Kevin Pelton's stats and scouting ranking -- No. 103 More (Insider)

Scouting report -- positives:

  • Physical wing

  • Excels at getting to the basket

  • Good shooter with range

Scouting report -- negatives:

  • Low release point on his jumper

  • Can be turnover prone

  • Inconsistent

Read the full scouting report (Insider)

ESPN Analytics projection (within his first five seasons):

  • Chances he'll be an All-Star: 0.01 percent

  • Chances he'll be an NBA starter: 0.93 percent

  • Chances he'll be a role player: 2.51 percent

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