Orlando Magic's Nikola Vučević has a 'bright future'

Although the Orlando Magic have struggled over the last two season, center Nikola Vučević has been quite the gem. Vučević has been a double-double machine in his two years with the Magic and if he can stay healthy, he could be in for a huge season thanks to an increased workload after the departures of starting guards Jameer Nelson and Arron Afflalo.

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According to Cody Taylor of Basketball Insiders, Vučević has a very bright future.

"Vucevic separates himself from most centers with his ability to shoot the mid-range shot, very reminiscent to Tim Duncan. In just two seasons in Orlando, Vucevic has had six games where he’s contributed at least 20 points and 20 rebounds, including two 30-20 games. Vucevic is always a threat for a double-double, as he recorded 36 double-doubles last season in 57 games. His lack of athleticism may prevent him from becoming an elite defender but he holds his own on most nights. He still has room to improve as he’ll begin his fourth season come October and that’s what has the future so bright in Orlando."

The Magic will have to think about a new contract for Vučević – he is looking for an extension and has until October 31 to get one done or he will hit restricted free agency.

Vučević averaged 14.2 points, 11.0 rebounds, 1.8 assists, 1.1 steals and 0.8 blocks per game while shooting 50.7% from the field and 76.6% from the free throw line last season. In his three-year career, he’s put up 11.4 points, 9.7 rebounds, 1.5 assists, 0.9 blocks and 0.8 steals per game while shooting 50.4% from the floor, 27.3% from downtown and 70.4% from the charity stripe.

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Orlando Magic’s Nikola Vučević has a ‘bright future’

By Andrew Melnick | Sep 6, 2014