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Paolo Banchero shines, Franz Wagner returns in opening win in Germany

The Orlando Magic secured a 118-111 win over the Memphis Grizzlies in Berlin, Germany, the first of two matchups internationally. Let's dive into some of our takeaways!

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Franz Wagner returns, Magic rally to beat Grizzlies in Berlin

Paolo Banchero collected 26 points and 13 rebounds as the Orlando Magic rallied to a 118-111 victory over the Memphis Grizzlies on Thursday in the NBA's first regular-season game in Berlin.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / January 15

Wagner Brothers Key to Orlando taking down Memphis in Berlin

The 22-18 Orlando Magic face off against the 17-22 Memphis Grizzlies on a rare stage, as both teams embark on an international NBA showcase with upcoming games in Berlin, Germany and London, England.

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Tyus Jones News / Hoops Wire / January 15

Report: Magic making trade calls on Tyus Jones

The Magic are doing what deadline-adjacent teams do when the math starts to matter. They’re making calls. According to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line, Orlando has reached out to multiple teams to gauge interest in veteran point guard Tyus Jones, with the hope of bringing back second-round draft compensation.

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It's hard for everything to go right in the NBA, whether that's due to managerial decisions, bad luck with injuries, or other factors. In league history, there are some moments that stand out, moments that could have gone in a completely different direction and drastically changed the league.

Orlando Magic News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 15

The money-saving trade Magic are seeking to correct offseason mistake

As the NBA trade deadline approaches next month, the Orlando Magic are exploring a cost-saving move aimed at addressing an offseason signing that has not produced the expected return.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / January 15

This trade offer helps Magic avoid tax penalties

The Orlando Magic are just three weeks away from the NBA trade deadline, and they are going to be an interesting team to look at. The Magic aren't necessarily a buyer nor a seller, but that doesn't mean they can't make a move to help themselves before February 5.

Paolo Banchero News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 15

Paolo Banchero-Magic fans discourse gets stark warning from Austin Rivers

Austin Rivers delivered a cautionary message to Orlando Magic fans regarding recent discourse surrounding star forward Paolo Banchero, saying public criticism can have a tangible effect on players during the season.

NBA News / Orlando Magic on SI / January 14

Magic's Desmond Bane comments on Ja Morant trade rumors

The closer we approach the Feb. 5 trade deadline, rumors continue to swirl on Ja Morant's future with the Memphis Grizzlies. The star guard has missed the team's last five games with a calf contusion and isn't expected to play Thursday against the Orlando Magic in Berlin, Germany.

NBA News / Field Level Media / January 14

Magic hoping for 'home' advantage over Grizzlies in Berlin

Orlando's Moe Wagner, his younger brother Franz and Tristan da Silva are ready to embrace a homecoming on Thursday when the Magic and Memphis Grizzlies tip off their European tour in Berlin.

Orlando Magic News / Hoops Rumors / January 14

Franz Wagner Poised To Return For Berlin Game

Magic forward Franz Wagner isn’t on the injury report for the team’s game against the Grizzlies on Thursday in Berlin and will be available to make his return from a high ankle sprain, tweets Jason Beede of The Orlando Sentinel.

Desmond Bane News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 13

Magic’s Desmond Bane gets 100% real about playing against Grizzlies

Orlando Magic guard Desmond Bane probably circled on the calendar the date of their game against the Memphis Grizzlies. Aside from battling his former team, it is extra special as the NBA scheduled it in Berlin on Thursday.