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Ibaka was traded to the Magic last offseason after spending
his first seven seasons with the Oklahoma City Thunder. The
27-year-old averaged 15.1 points, 6.8 rebounds and 1.6 blocks in
56 games with Orlando.
During his time with the Thunder, Ibaka led the league in
blocked shots twice (2012, 2013) and averaged 11.6 points, 7.4
boards and 2.5 swats in 524 games while helping lead Oklahoma
City to an appearance in the NBA Finals.
The Magic were reportedly concerned about their ability to
retain Ibaka, who is set to become an unrestricted free agent
this summer.
Ibaka and Raptors president Masai Ujiri have a longstanding
relationship, and Ibaka loves the city of Toronto, according to
Ryan Wolstat of the Toronto Sun.
Ross, 26, is averaging 10.4 points through 54 games in his fifth
season in Toronto.
The Raptors (32-23) are six games behind the Cleveland Cavaliers
for the top spot in the Eastern Conference.
(Editing by Steve Keating in Toronto)
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