Top 5 landing spots for Bol Bol after Magic waive 7-foot-2 Sudanese-American center
Bol Bol was recently waived by the Orlando Magic following his 2022-23 campaign with the team, where he showed his true potential. Things have started to come together for the young center and there are a handful of teams that could consider signing him before the new season starts.
Bol finally found his stride with the Magic last season, but it looks like the team has other plans moving forward. Still, it has opened up a new opportunity for the big man to sign with a different team. He averaged 9.1 points and 5.8 rebounds (both career highs) last season and could receive a new offer soon.
With that in mind, here are five teams that could pursue the young center as he enters free agency.
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#5 OKC Thunder
Similar to the Magic, the OKC Thunder boast a great young core that has endless potential. The Thunder could sign Bol Bol to a deal this season, making him a backup center for Chet Holmgren.
Having two centers over seven feet tall will be useful in the Western Conference. Plus, Bol can offer a lot more on the offensive side now.
#4 San Antonio Spurs
The San Antonio Spurs were the winners of the Victor Wembanyama sweepstakes, making them a threat in the West. They can strengthen their status as a threat by adding another seven-foot-tall center who can do a lot on both ends of the floor.
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With Bol coming off the bench for Wemby, opposing teams would think twice about attacking the rim.
#3 Indiana Pacers
Bol Bol's timeline fits with where the Indiana Pacers are. He's experienced enough to serve as a valuable center coming off the bench behind Myles Turner.
Additionally, the Pacers are looking forward to making the postseason again. Adding a center who had a stellar year would increase their chances.
#2 Sacramento Kings
The Sacramento Kings could use a player like Bol Bol in their squad as they look to follow up their impressive 2022-23 season. Adding the 23-year-old center could be the right move as it will make the team younger.
Also, Bol has enough experience in the past four seasons that could help the Kings in their next postseason run.
#1 Golden State Warriors
The Golden State Warriors are currently looking for a big man to be the backup to Kevon Looney for the next season. Bol Bol could be the key to their frontcourt issues now that Green is in the latter stage of his career.
Mike Dunleavy intends to put Trayce Jackson-Davis on the 15-man roster due to lack of frontcourt players. He added that TJD was high on their priority list.
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Plus, it's also a bonus that he can knock down the 3, which could help him fit in with the team.
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