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Former PGCC Standout Alex Morales Inks NBA Contract with Orlando Magic
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LARGO, Md. (August 30, 2022) – Former Prince George’s Community College standout Alex Morales continues to excel on the court at every level, signing a deal with the NBA’s Orlando Magic on August 15, 2022, after an impressive Summer League showing with the Golden State Warriors.
Morales’ two years as a member of the Owls basketball team saw the program earn a Region 20 championship during the 2018-19 season, as well as its first Maryland JUCO championship in 36 years in 2016-17. A two-time NJCAA All-American, Morales was also selected as the conference tournament MVP during his freshman year and was named the Player of the Year in his final season with the Owls.
After graduating from Prince George’s Community College in 2019, the New Jersey native furthered his education and playing career at Wagner College, a Division I program located in Staten Island, New York. Morales continued to dominate as a member of the Seahawks, as he was named the Northeast Conference Player of the Year in back-to-back seasons, adding Defensive Player of the Year honors to his resume during his final stint with the Seahawks.
Shortly after the Warriors won the 2022 Finals, Alex Morales received an opportunity to play for Golden State in the NBA Summer League, where he appeared in five games for the reigning world champions. Averaging 5.0 PPG in 13.5 minutes per game, Morales was able to showcase his talents to NBA teams, which led to his signing of an Exhibit 10 deal with the Orlando Magic.
An Exhibit 10 contract is a one-year deal that gives an NBA franchise the flexibility to convert it into a two-way deal, but the team must ensure that it happens before the commencement of the regular season.
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About Prince George's Community College
Named a National Center of Academic Excellence in Information Assurance designated by the National Security Agency and Department of Homeland Security (2022-2027), Prince George's Community College (PGCC) provides high-quality education and training for the progressive and career-oriented residents of Prince George's County. From new high school graduates and career seekers to more seasoned professionals and senior citizens looking to enhance their skillsets, PGCC is comprised of students who represent a wide range of ages, backgrounds, and goals. Serving nearly 25,000 individuals annually, the College is the first choice for higher education for residents of Prince George's County. Collaborative partnerships, responsive degree and training programs, and a commitment to student success enables PGCC to address diverse education and workforce development demands. For more information, visit the College website at www.pgcc.edu.
Prince George's Community College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, 3624 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104; (267-284-5000); www.msche.org. The Middle States Commission on Higher Education is an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and the Council on Higher Education Accreditation.