4. Aaron Gordon
The Orlando Magic sounds like they have every intention of keeping All-Star center Nikola Vucevic. However, the same cannot definitively be said about one of their better players, Aaron Gordon.
Aaron Gordon has been a topic of discussion among executives around the league according to sources. While he has struggled with his offense this season, he has shown an improved jump shot, knocking down 36.9 percent of his 3-point attempts. Unbelievably, still only 25-years old, Gordon has some time to still develop and grow as a player.
A change of scenery could be what helps him realize that potential. Orlando has plenty of players that can soak up minutes in the frontcourt, which they have shown this season as Aaron Gordon has appeared in only 19 games. Where they need help is in the backcourt, and Gordon could help alleviate that issue.
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Markelle Fultz is sidelined for the season with a torn ACL. His backup, rookie Cole Anthony, injured his shoulder and is without a definitive timetable. Shoring up the point guard position would help Orlando make a push for the postseason.
They won’t make a trade involving Aaron Gordon just for the sake of making a move, but if they can receive something of value, a parting of the ways may be best for both sides.
