The Orlando Magic will likely to waive center Mengke Bateer, who was acquired on Friday in a trade with Toronto, on Monday.

Bateer has been not been with the team during either of their previous two games.

Waiving Bateer would clear a roster spot for the Magic to sign a player to a 10-day contract, which can first be offered on Monday.

"General Manager John Gabriel said Saturday that he is looking to acquire a small forward -- via trade or free agency. If it's a free agent, the player likely would be signed to a 10-day contract."