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Report: James Ennis to decline player option

James Ennis reportedly has opted to test the market, leaving a temporary hole in the Magic’s starting lineup.

Magic swingman James Ennis will decline his $2.1M player option and become a free agent, sources tell @TheAthleticNBA @Stadium.

— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) November 17, 2020

Ennis declining his $2.1 million option was somewhat expected, and the possibility remains that he returns to the Magic on a slightly more lucrative deal. Orlando, by holding Ennis’ Early Bird Rights, can sign Ennis to 175 percent of his previous salary ($3.