So, the Raptors got their man. But what does Serge Ibaka bring to the team? Let’s take a look.
First off, what does the team need from a power forward? All indications, based on their success with Patrick Patterson, are that the first and foremost skill that matters on the offensive end is shooting — if the power forward can space the floor, DeMar DeRozan and Jonas Valanciunas can do real damage inside.
Three Point Shooting
Can Ibaka shoot? He sure can.
On the year, Ibaka is shooting 39% from distance, on nearly 4 attempts per game.