Despite having a slow start to his NBA career, Croatian star Damjan Rudez will have another opportunity to find his niche.

The incoming third year forward has played for the Indiana Pacers and Minnesota Timberwolves, producing underwhelming numbers. He has opted not to play for his country’s national team at the Rio Olympics.

But according to Nikos Varlas of Eurohoops.net, Rudez and the Orlando Magic has agreed to a deal.

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Free agent Croatian forward Damjan Rudez has a deal for a next season contract with the Orlando Magic. According to Eurohoops sources the two sides agreed to terms and the official announcement is expected soon.

When he entered the league, Damjan Rudez was touted to have some Hedo Turkoglu in him mainly because of his height, shooting, and smooth game. But if he is to blossom in the league, he might want to add in Turkoglu’s passing game to his arsenal.