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Wagner Status Looms Large as Magic Try to Finish Off Pistons in Game 5

Wagner Status Looms Large as Magic Try to Finish Off Pistons in Game 5

The Orlando Magic are one win from pulling off the kind of first-round upset that hangs over a franchise for years. But as they head back to Detroit for Game 5, the biggest question in the series is no longer about pressure, execution, or whether the top-seeded Pistons can steady themselves.

Orlando Magic News / Larry Brown Sports / April 28
Magic may be without key player for crucial Game 5

Magic may be without key player for crucial Game 5

The Orlando Magic may have to win shorthanded in Wednesday’s Game 5 if they want to close out the Detroit Pistons. Franz Wagner, who left Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Quarterfinal in the third quarter with a calf issue, has been diagnosed with a right calf strain, according to Shams Charania of ESPN.

Franz Wagner News / Hoops Rumors / April 28
Franz Wagner Has Calf Strain, Game 5 Status Uncertain

Franz Wagner Has Calf Strain, Game 5 Status Uncertain

Magic forward Franz Wagner, who underwent an MRI on Tuesday after exiting Monday’s game due to calf tightness, has been diagnosed with a right calf strain, reports Shams Charania of ESPN (Twitter link).

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / April 28
How Orlando learns from last 8-seed Magic to hold 3-1 lead over Detroit

How Orlando learns from last 8-seed Magic to hold 3-1 lead over Detroit

The 8-seed Orlando Magic hold a 3-1 lead over the Detroit Pistons in the first round of the playoffs. Why does that sound so familiar? Because 23 years ago, to the day, the basketball gods created the exact same scenario.

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The 25 greatest playoff games in NBA history

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NBA News / Orlando Magic on SI / April 28
5 key numbers from the Magic's Game 4 win over Pistons

5 key numbers from the Magic's Game 4 win over Pistons

The Orlando Magic escaped past the Detroit Pistons in Game 4 to take a 3-1 series lead. They defended home court and are now one win away from becoming the seventh 8-seed in NBA History to advance past the first round.

NBA News / FortyEightMinutes / April 28
Magic Pull Out 94-88 Win Over Pistons in Game 4, Take 3-1 Series Lead

Magic Pull Out 94-88 Win Over Pistons in Game 4, Take 3-1 Series Lead

The Orlando Magic picked up a hard-earned 94-88 home victory over the Detroit Pistons on Monday night in Game 4 of their first-round playoff series. The eighth-seeded Magic now lead the top-seeded Pistons 3-1.

Angel Reese appears to take a shot at her ex-boyfriend Jalen Duren

Angel Reese appears to take a shot at her ex-boyfriend Jalen Duren

Angel Reese is back at it again.  The Atlanta Dream star has another reason to celebrate after the Orlando Magic defeated the Detroit Pistons on Monday, 94-88, at Kia Center in Orlando, Fla., to take a 3-1 series lead in the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs.

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Orlando Magic News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 28
Magic looking to become 7th 8-seed to upset 1-seed. When was last time?

Magic looking to become 7th 8-seed to upset 1-seed. When was last time?

The Orlando Magic are staring at history as they face the Detroit Pistons in Game 5 of the NBA Playoffs, with the run now tied to a rare path. This Magic-Pistons matchup carries weight.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 28
Tracy McGrady blasts ‘myth’ of alleged 3-1 comment from 2003 Magic-Pistons series

Tracy McGrady blasts ‘myth’ of alleged 3-1 comment from 2003 Magic-Pistons series

In a plot twist in the playoffs, the Orlando Magic are up, 3-1, against the Detroit Pistons in their first-round series after hacking out the win, 94-88, in Game 4 at Kia Center on Monday.

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The 25 defining moments of LeBron James' career

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LeBron's career can't go on forever, can it? If it were to end tomorrow, it would be the greatest run of sustained excellence the league has ever seen.

NBA News / Orlando Magic on SI / April 28
Winners and losers from the Magic's Game 4 win over Pistons

Winners and losers from the Magic's Game 4 win over Pistons

The Orlando Magic moved within one game of making history, defending homecourt with a 94-88 win over the Detroit Pistons in Game 4 of their first round series.

Franz Wagner News / Athlon Sports / April 28
Franz Wagner Shares Injury News After Leaving Game 4

Franz Wagner Shares Injury News After Leaving Game 4

The Orlando Magic picked up a scrappy 94-88 win in Game 4 of their 2026 NBA Playoffs matchup against the Detroit Pistons. The Magic are one win away from becoming the seventh No.

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Orlando Magic News / HITC / April 28
NBA fans react to Orlando Magic duo’s stunning pre-game handshake going viral

NBA fans react to Orlando Magic duo’s stunning pre-game handshake going viral

Orlando Magic took a decisive step in their playoff series on Tuesday night, extending their lead over the Detroit Pistons to 3-1 with a 94-88 victory.

Paolo Banchero News / Orlando Magic on SI / April 28
Paolo Banchero's New Jordan Shoe Launch has Meaningful Inspiration

Paolo Banchero's New Jordan Shoe Launch has Meaningful Inspiration

Paolo Banchero is launching a new Jordan Heir 2 PE shoe in the coming week -- and it's good timing, with the Orlando Magic off to a surprising 3-1 lead in a first round series against the Detroit Pistons.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / April 28
Desmond Bane Reacts to Ja Morant's Decision During NBA Playoffs

Desmond Bane Reacts to Ja Morant's Decision During NBA Playoffs

Desmond Bane and the Orlando Magic are on the verge of a massive upset in the NBA playoffs. The No. 8 Magic defeated the No. 1 Detroit Pistons on Monday in Game 4, 94-88.

Franz Wagner News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 28
Magic’s Franz Wagner breaks silence on Game 4 calf tightness

Magic’s Franz Wagner breaks silence on Game 4 calf tightness

Franz Wagner had to exit early during the Orlando Magic’s emphatic 94-88 victory over the Detroit Pistons on Monday to take a 3-1 lead in their first-round series with what the medical staff called “calf tightness”.

Orlando Magic News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 28
Magic’s Jamahl Mosley channels Kobe Bryant after Game 4 win over Pistons

Magic’s Jamahl Mosley channels Kobe Bryant after Game 4 win over Pistons

What a difference a few weeks can make for the Orlando Magic. The sky seemed to be falling on Orlando just two weeks ago when they lost to the Philadelphia 76ers in the 7/8 play-in tournament matchup.

Orlando Magic News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 28
Magic’s Desmond Bane gives props to Jamal Cain for ‘top-4’ Game 4 dunk vs. Pistons

Magic’s Desmond Bane gives props to Jamal Cain for ‘top-4’ Game 4 dunk vs. Pistons

Desmond Bane, Paolo Banchero, and Franz Wagner may get all the praise after the Orlando Magic’s win, 94-88, against the Detroit Pistons in Game 4 at Kia Center on Monday, but it was Jamal Cain who delivered the best highlight of the contest.

NBA News / Ball Exclusives / April 28
Magic take 3-1 lead over Pistons with impressive defensive outing

Magic take 3-1 lead over Pistons with impressive defensive outing

The Orlando Magic secured a gritty 94-88 win over the Detroit Pistons on Monday, taking a 3-1 series lead. Monday’s first two quarters were roller coasters.

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5 Things We Learned After Magic Stun Pistons To Take 3-1 Series Lead In Game 4

5 Things We Learned After Magic Stun Pistons To Take 3-1 Series Lead In Game 4

This wasn’t a free-flowing game by any means. But the Orlando Magic just proved something far more important than pretty basketball: they can win when everything looks broken, as they came away with a 94-88 victory in Game 4 against the #1 seed Detroit Pistons.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / April 27
Magic push Pistons to brink, eye rare No. 8 over No. 1 upset

Magic push Pistons to brink, eye rare No. 8 over No. 1 upset

This is starting to feel like more than a nice story. The Magic are one win away from something that almost never happens — and they didn’t even need to shoot well to get there.

Orlando Magic News / Larry Brown Sports / April 27
Orlando Magic players appear to do a drug-themed handshake before game

Orlando Magic players appear to do a drug-themed handshake before game

The Orlando Magic are definitely acting different right now. Orlando went viral before Monday’s Game 4 against the Detroit Pistons at Kia Center in Orlando, Fla.

NBA News / Yardbarker / April 27
Desmond Bane stars in front of his former teammates in Game 4 win

Desmond Bane stars in front of his former teammates in Game 4 win

Desmond Bane is no longer a member of the Memphis Grizzlies. But playing in front of former teammates Ja Morant and Jaren Jackson, Jr., Bane was the star in a "grit-n-grind" style game, complete with bleeding arms.

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Desmond Bane proving to be missing piece for the Magic

Desmond Bane proving to be missing piece for the Magic

As the Orlando Magic are on the verge of knocking off the Eastern Conference's top seed in the first round, they're benefiting from exactly what they were missing in the playoffs one year ago.  Desmond Bane, 27, who the Magic acquired in a summer trade with the Memphis Grizzlies, has proven to be the difference-maker against the Detroit Pistons.

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NBA News / Yardbarker / April 27
Jalen Duren's nightmare first-round series continues in Game 4

Jalen Duren's nightmare first-round series continues in Game 4 vs. Magic

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