Serge Ibaka could be targeted by Lakers in 2020 NBA free agency: Report

city of Los Angeles is still celebrating championship wins of ir two fan-favourite teams, LA Lakers (NBA) and LA Dodgers (MLB). Lakers will be handing out ir championship rings to players in December, as y also prepare to defend ir NBA championship during 72-game 2020-21 NBA season, which will likely start on December 22.

While a host of roster changes is expected when it comes to Lakers, one reported target being chased by team suggests Frank Vogel and co have plans of letting championship leave city next season. According to Heavy,  Los Angeles Lakers are interested in bringing 2019 champion Serge Ibaka to city in free ncy this offseason.  

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Serge Ibaka contract, 2020 free ncy

former OKC Thunder star was a key presence for Raptors who won ir first NBA title after a 4-2 series win over Golden State Warriors. Ibaka has played for Raptors since 2017. 11-year NBA veteran, whose three-year, $65 million contract is set to expire this offseason, will likely be allowed to leave Raptors, with franchise reportedly prioritising keeping guard Fred VanVleet.

Furrmore, Pascal Siakam’s maximum-payout extension from last year - a four-year, $130 million max contract extension - will come into effect this season, using up a major chunk of Toronto's salary cap. 

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According to ongoing rumours, Ibaka to Lakers is an exciting prospect for LA bosses, who wanted to sign him in 2017 when he left OKC. 31-year-old's acquisition also makes sense for team, considering Ibaka can play several roles on court.

three-time NBA All-Defensive First Team star can play as a . 5 (center) and even as . 4 (power forward). Also, Ibaka is also a good shooter from distance, which could help Lakers improve ir threat while shooting from range. Last season, Ibaka averd 15.4 points, 8.2 rebounds and 1.4 assists in 55 games. His three-point shooting was an impressive 38.5%, with a career aver of 36%. 

Per reports surrounding Serge Ibaka contract details, Raptors star has made $120 million over course of his career. He made $23 million, thanks to his 2017 Raptors contract. Ibaka, however, will be expected to settle for a lower deal should he want to play for reigning NBA champions.

Lakers will also have some decisions to make regarding ir players set to enter free ncy this offseason. Rajon Rondo, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, Dwight Howard and Anthony Davis are big names on list. AD is expected to re-sign with franchise and continue his strong partnership with LeBron James. 

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(Im Credits: AP, Lakers Twitter)