NBA Trade Rumors: Orlando Magic Targeting A Scorer

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Dec 4, 2016; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Orlando Magic forward Serge Ibaka (7) sits on the bench during the second quarter against the Detroit Pistons at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports /

Trade Assets For The Magic

As Robbins reported in his post, it’s unclear who the Magic would be willing to part with in a trade. One of the most likely candidates may end up being Serge Ibaka. Ibaka will turn 28 years old next season and will likely command a max contract in free agency.

With things not panning out this season and the Magic far from contending, they may be best served in getting value for Ibaka rather than letting him walk for nothing.

While there may be some disappointment over the price they paid acquiring Ibaka, sometimes you need to know when to walk away.

Beyond Ibaka, Jodie Meeks and C.J. Wilcox are in the final years of their contracts. With the rising cap, expiring deals aren’t as desirable as they once were.

But for a team that’s looking to take the next step, these rental contracts could prove to be enticing sweeteners on a potential deal.

The other two candidates that may have their names shopped would be Vucevic and Elfrid Payton. Payton hasn’t panned out in Orlando and the playmaking he provides doesn’t outweigh his inability to shoot or finish.

Vucevic is a tremendously talented offensive center and a nightly double-double machine. However, his defensive deficiencies don’t fit with Frank Vogel and with so much invested in Biyombo, it appears like it’s time for the team to move on.

It wouldn’t surprise me if anybody not named Gordon got moved at some point this season. General manager Rob Hennigan has been rumored to be on the hot seat and will likely do whatever it takes to try and make the Magic competitive.

With that in mind, here are some potential targets for the Magic:

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