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Transforming Serge Ibaka into a playmaker

By Spencer R. Henderson

Oct 12, 2016; Orlando, FL, USA; Orlando Magic forward Serge Ibaka (7) drives to the basket as San Antonio Spurs center Dewayne Dedmon (3) defends during the first quarter at Amway Center. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 12, 2016; Orlando, FL, USA; Orlando Magic forward Serge Ibaka (7) drives to the basket as San Antonio Spurs center Dewayne Dedmon (3) defends during the first quarter at Amway Center. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /
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Serge Ibaka, Orlando Magic, Thaddeus Young, Indiana Pacers
Oct 14, 2016; Orlando, FL, USA; Orlando Magic forward Serge Ibaka (7) drives to the basket as Indiana Pacers forward Thaddeus Young (21) defends during the first quarter at Amway Center. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /

Conclusion

Frank Vogel will have his hands full once these games start counting because now the nation is beginning to pay attention to Orlando.

Although Ibaka’s numbers may have declined a tad in Oklahoma City, he is unquestionably the star of this team on the defensive end.

Now he needs to focus on being the star as a playmaking power forward. He must add to his offensive capabilities for the Magic to take the next step and accomplish their Playoff goals.

Next: Orlando Magic Preview: Eye on the Playoffs

Ibaka is in a position within the offense he has never been in before. The Magic will ask him to do things he did not have to with the star power in Oklahoma City.