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Defense key to restructuring Orlando Magic frontcourt

The Orlando Magic have fielded a mediocre frontcourt for the last four seasons, but it will take a lot of money and just as much luck to turn it around.

For all that Nikola Vucevic is as a rebounder and scorer, his team defense in particular still lags behind. The counter example is perfectly provided in backup Dewayne Dedmon, who can contend shots well at the rim but lags behind on the offensive end.

Journeyman Jason Smith and Andrew Nicholson both have their moments of standout basketball, but neither is more than a spot reserve on a winning team.