Orlando Magic Trade Rumors: 3 things to expect before the trade deadline

#1 Nikola Vucevic stays in Orlando

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Nikola Vucevic has been the Orlando Magic's best player of the season so far. The recently named All-Star is currently averaging 20.6 points, 12.0 rebounds and 3.8 assists per game, although the Montenegrin's performances haven't been enough to propel the Magic into the playoff places.

Vucevic's contract with the Magic expires in the summer, however, Vucevic's trade value is currently at an all-time high, and the Magic won't be willing to let him leave on the cheap. Due to this, there have been few reports of trade interest in the big man, and most contending teams around the league are also covered at the center position.

This means that Vucevic is likely to stick around in Orlando until at least the summer, and if the 28-year-old eventually agrees to an extension, the Magic may have to part with rookie Mohamed Bamba.