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On YouTubeFranz Wagner News / EssentiallySports / December 13
Why Is Franz Wagner Not Playing Tonight vs Knicks? Latest Injury Update on Magic Star and Expected Return
The Orlando Magic will face a tough test against the New York Knicks on Saturday, December 13, in the semifinal of the NBA Cup in Las Vegas. It will be a tough game for Orlando, mainly because of the absence of their star player, Franz Wagner.
Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / December 13
The 3-guard death lineup that could change the game for the Magic
Shooting versatility, 0.5 decision-making, and two-way feel always has a place in the NBA. The Orlando Magic are hunting for as many lineup options with as many players possessing as many of these skills as possible.
NBA News / Orlando Magic on SI / December 13
How Paolo's Magic can trick Knicks into chasing a mirage in desert
The Magic have come away with two wins in three meetings with New York, but they lost two key stars to injury in the process; there's a little bit of bad blood in the dry air.
The 'Active NBA PPG leaders' quiz
How many of the active NBA players to average at least 20 points-per-game can you name in five minutes?
NBA News / Orlando Magic on SI / December 13
Five NBA Cup questions ahead of Knicks vs. Magic
The Orlando Magic are facing off against the New York Knicks in their NBA cup semifinal. It's the fourth time the two teams have met up this season, with the Magic winning twice and the Knicks winning the last meeting just six days ago.
Which NBA teams have the best Christmas Day records?
Christmas and the NBA go hand-in-hand. The day serves for the top hoops league in the world, like Thanksgiving for the NFL. However, while the Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys are perpetual Thanksgiving participants, the NBA has mixed up the matchups and the teams throughout the years.
NBA News / Orlando Magic on SI / December 13
4 predictions ahead of Magic vs. Knicks NBA Cup semifinal
The Orlando Magic are facing off against the New York Knicks in the NBA Cup semifinals at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. With the matchup creeping up, some members of the Orlando Magic On SI staff gave their predictions for how the game will go.
Jalen Suggs News / Orlando Magic on SI / December 12
Jalen Suggs believes Magic have 'window' to make title run
16 seasons, 1,349 games, 325,560 minutes; whatever metric you want to use, it's been a long time since the Orlando Magic last played in an NBA Finals game.
NBA News / Field Level Media / December 12
Magic's perfect NBA Cup record, finals trip on line vs. Knicks
The resilient Orlando Magic take a perfect NBA Cup record into the tournament's semifinals Saturday, while the New York Knicks roll into Las Vegas having feasted ever since Thanksgiving week.
Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / December 12
Orlando Magic cashing in on incentives driving NBA Cup pursuit
While the NBA Cup is all about teaching an inexperienced Orlando Magic how to win now that we’ve reached the knockout stages, there’s some coin to be had too.
Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / December 12
The Orlando Magic's strong start should only get better
The Orlando Magic are 15-10 and in Vegas for the NBA Cup semi-final. The Magic are sporting a top 5 defense (111.5 defensive rating) The Magic are a top 12 offense.
Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / December 11
Magic embrace underdog status in NBA Cup
Of the four teams going to Las Vegas for the NBA Cup semifinals, the Orlando Magic have the worst record of the bunch. While a 15-10 mark over the first 25 games of the season isn't a bad record, they will always be viewed as an underdog until they make some noise in the playoffs.
Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / December 11
These 7 lineups are crushing Magic opponents this season
By now, the basketball world knows the Magic's starting lineup is one of the best in the league, rating 5th overall in net rating among lineups with at least 100 minutes played: Suggs - Bane - F.
Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / December 11
This Magic secret weapon has led them to NBA Cup semifinal
The Orlando Magic are traveling to Las Vegas for their first taste at the NBA Cup semifinals and potential championship as they advanced to the Sin City stage of the tournament for the first time in its three-year existence.
Jamahl Mosley News / Orlando Magic on SI / December 11
Jamahl Mosley gives update on Magic starting lineup changes
The Orlando Magic are adapting to injuries with changes in the starting lineup. Franz Wagner is out for several weeks with a high ankle sprain, so the Magic need to fill his spot in the starting five.
Franz Wagner News / Hardwood Heroics / December 11
'Definitely Caught a Break' – Orlando Magic’s Franz Wagner Says Sprained Ankle Diagnosis is a Blessing in Disguise
Franz Wagner finally broke his silence about the gruesome leg injury he suffered in the Orlando Magic’s 106-100 loss to the New York Knicks on Sunday. According to him, he was surprised that he only sustained a high ankle sprain that will keep him out for the next few weeks.
Paolo Banchero News / Orlando Magic on SI / December 10
Paolo Banchero doesn't mind playing the Heat
Desmond Bane became the first player since Tracy McGrady to score 37 PTS three times in a six-game span for the Orlando Magic. Anthony Black was wreaking havoc on both ends, getting downhill driving and dishing at will.
Orlando Magic News / NBA Analysis Network / December 10
DeMarcus Cousins says Orlando Magic have found their ’emotional leader’, makes ‘dangerous’ prediction
The Orlando Magic are off to the NBA Cup semifinals after their win over the Miami Heat. There were some concerns over the Orlando Magic to start the season as they struggled out of the gate.
Orlando Magic News / Yardbarker / December 10
Desmond Bane is proving to be exactly what the Magic needed
Brought to Orlando to help elevate the Magic's contender status ahead of the 2025-26 season, Desmond Bane is starting to deliver on the expectations that followed him from Memphis.
Magic Johnson News / Athlon Sports / December 10
NBA Legend Magic Johnson Shares Personal News on Wednesday
Magic Johnson is widely regarded as one of the greatest players in NBA history. Johnson spent his entire NBA career with the Los Angeles Lakers, having led his team to several league titles during his Hall of Fame run.
NBA News / Hoops Rumors / December 9
Magic, Knicks advance to NBA Cup semifinals
The Magic and Knicks advanced to the NBA Cup semifinals in Las Vegas with victories on Tuesday.
NBA News / Yardbarker / December 10
Magic asserting themselves as serious contender with NBA Cup win
Playing without the injured Franz Wagner, the Orlando Magic continued their winning ways in the NBA Cup.
Franz Wagner News / Field Level Media / December 8
Magic F Franz Wagner could miss weeks with ankle injury
Orlando Magic star forward Franz Wagner was diagnosed with a left high ankle sprain on Monday, one day after taking a spill early in a game against the New York Knicks.
Paolo Banchero News / Hoops Rumors / December 5
Magic provide major Paolo Banchero update ahead of clash with Heat
Banchero has missed Orlando’s past 10 games due to a left groin strain.
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