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After Kawhi Leonard decided to leave the Toronto Raptors, many expected the franchise to disintegrate, but that did not happen. Serge Ibaka was a key factor in making sure the Raptors didn't drop off as much as expected, with the player showing improvement in his performances last season. With the 31-year-old attracting interest ahead of the NBA Free Agency 2020, he could realistically land up at any contending team.
On that note, let's have a look at a few teams that could land Serge Ibaka in the NBA Free Agency 2020.
NBA Free Agency 2020: Top five teams Serge Ibaka could move to this off-season
For this list, we have picked five teams that could prove to be the best fit for Serge Ibaka. Moreover, with the player likely looking to win another title, we have considered contending teams that are reportedly interested in the services of the 31-year-old during the NBA Free Agency 2020.
Considering the same, let's get started.
#5 New Orleans Pelicans
After narrowly missing out on the NBA playoffs last season, the New Orleans Pelicans are looking to bolster its roster in the off-season. In this regard, they could look at the NBA Free Agency 2020 and pick up Serge Ibaka.
Serge Ibaka could be a valuable player for the Pelicans in ways more than one. With Zion Williamson being an absolute monster on the inside, the team needs players who can space the floor, something Serge Ibaka is elite at.
Additionally, with the 31-year-old being an impressive rim protector and defender, he could be a very useful presence for the team at both ends of the floor.
The New Orleans Pelicans may not be a contender just yet. However, considering the fact that the team has an outstanding young core, it could be a great option for Serge Ibaka during the NBA Free Agency 2020.
#4 LA Clippers
Despite being one of the favorites to win it all last season, the LA Clippers flamed out early in the 2020 NBA Finals. With one of their key players, Montrezl Harrell, reportedly unhappy with the franchise, the team direly needs a championship-caliber center.
Serge Ibaka could take up this role with aplomb. Not only is he elite inside the arc and has great touch around the rim, but he is also a threat from the deep and can space the floor. Considering the fact the player is in his prime and has the skillset the Clippers could benefit from, the 31-year-old could take the franchise all the way next season.
With the Clippers likely to be one of the championship contenders next season, the franchise could be a very good option for Serge Ibaka to move to during the NBA Free Agency 2020.
#3 Boston Celtics
The Boston Celtics were absolutely fabulous during the 2020 NBA Playoffs, going all the way to the Eastern Conference Finals, where they were stopped by the Miami Heat. However, if they are to continue their success next season, the team needs to plug a key hole in its roster: that of a championship-caliber center.
Serge Ibaka could be that player for the Celtics. His overall offensive ability could make him a very reliable third or fourth option for the team, while his elite rim protection prowess would also bolster the team's defense massively.
If the Boston Celtics are able to acquire the 31-year-old during the NBA Free Agency 2020, they could well go all the way next season.
#2 Golden State Warriors
With the return of Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson, the Golden State Warriors could be a contender to win it all next season.
However, the team still needs a starting-caliber center as well as a reliable third option in order to truly have a chance to go all the way. Enter Serge Ibaka.
Serge Ibaka's elite rim-protection prowess, which was always elite to begin with, have improved further in recent times, which makes him an enticing option for the Golden State Warriors as they eye a return to the NBA Finals.
Ibaka has donned the role of a spot-up shooter a lot in the recent past. The 31-year-old can also be a versatile scorer when needed, something that could make him a very reliable second-option for the team in the upcoming NBA season.
With the franchise eyeing another championship run next season, a move to the Golden State Warriors could be an excellent one for Serge Ibaka this off-season.
#1 LA Lakers
Despite winning the 2019-20 NBA championship, the LA Lakers are a little too light in terms of its roster depth. With trade rumors suggesting that JaVale McGee and Dwight Howard could leave the franchise in the 2020 NBA free agency, the Lakers could be in dire need of a big man.
In this regard, Serge Ibaka could be their savior. Not only does he have all the attributes of a big man that the team needs in offense, he is also an excellent shooter and can space the floor well. Additionally, Ibaka could help the LA Lakers' outside defense too, as he has improved incredibly as a wing defender and is now capable of guarding all five positions.
With the 2020-21 NBA season likely to provide the LA Lakers a very stern test of their title credentials, the franchise would be best served by acquiring the services of Serge Ibaka this off-season.
Also Read: NBA Free Agency 2020: 5 best destinations for Goran Dragic ahead of the 2020-21 season.
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