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Serge Ibaka readying for fresh start

Serge Ibaka is perhaps the biggest name acquisition for the Orlando Magic in this summer of change. The trade that brought him to Orlando, sending out Victor Oladipo is still steeped in controversy and some debate among fans.

Ibaka though will have a whole new batch of pressure put on him and expectations for him to perform at an elite level for a team hungry for a postseason berth.

Ibaka has seen a decline in his play in recent years as the Thunder have became more focused on Russell Westbrook and Kevin Durant, injuries knocked Ibaka out of the lineup more and Steven Adams emerged as a stalwart defensively at center.