Orlando Magic Power Rankings Roundup: Just enough hope

Feb 1, 2017; Orlando, FL, USA; Orlando Magic guard C.J. Watson (32) throws the ball back inbounds against the Indiana Pacers during the second half at Amway Center. The Pacers won 98-88. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 1, 2017; Orlando, FL, USA; Orlando Magic guard C.J. Watson (32) throws the ball back inbounds against the Indiana Pacers during the second half at Amway Center. The Pacers won 98-88. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports
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Serge Ibaka, Orlando Magic
Jan 24, 2017; Orlando, FL, USA; Orlando Magic forward Serge Ibaka (7) points after he makes a three pointer during the second quarter at Amway Center. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Marc Stein, ESPN.com

This was a question we took up on Orlando Magic Daily closer to All-Star selections. We ultimately settled on Serge Ibaka.

No, Ibaka has not had the breakout season everyone hoped for. But he has been the Magic’s best all-around player. He is averaging a career high in points. And when he is engaged defensively, he is as dominant as ever.

That will not stop the trade winds from blowing. It seems inevitable the Magic will trade Serge Ibaka in the next two weeks before the trade deadline.