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Sorry, but the Magic are not a better team without Paolo Banchero

Yes, the Magic are playing great without Paolo Banchero; no, they're not a better team without him. You fools. It's been 10 games without their superstar, yet the sports world is already demanding the Magic to move on from its best player, as if all the team's problems are suddenly solved after a hot three-week stretch in November.

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How Desmond Bane's Magic can lasso the Wembanyama-less Spurs tonight

With the 13-8 Orlando Magic missing Paolo Banchero and the 14-6 San Antonio Spurs without Victor Wembanyama, these two surging squads will compete tonight without their face of their franchise.

Paolo Banchero News / Orlando Magic on SI / December 3

How far can Paolo Banchero, Magic go this season?

The Orlando Magic are in the thick of things in the Eastern Conference with a 13-8 record through the first quarter of the season. Some members of the Orlando Magic On SI staff spoke about how far the team can go this season.

NBA News / Orlando Magic on SI / December 2

Definitive word arrives on potential return of star players in Spurs-Magic

There was some hope that Wednesday’s Orlando Magic-San Antonio Spurs game would feature Victor Wembanyama, Stephon Castle and Paolo Banchero all returning from nagging strains. Unfortunately, the only strain will be from fans in Central Florida who were hoping to see a few more stars grace the floor at Kia Center.

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Desmond Bane News / Orlando Magic on SI / December 2

Magic are clearly winning Desmond Bane trade so far

It's been nearly six months since the Orlando Magic traded four first-round picks, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, and Cole Anthony to the Memphis Grizzlies for Desmond Bane.

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Who is the best player in the history of every NBA franchise? That’s a tough question. Who is the most iconic player in the history of every NBA franchise?

Anthony Black News / Orlando Magic on SI / December 2

Surprising player might be invaluable to Magic's championship hopes

Orlando Magic guard Anthony Black is in one of the greatest stretches of his career ever since he was chosen by the team with the No. 6 overall pick in the 2023 NBA Draft.

Jamahl Mosley News / Orlando Magic on SI / December 2

Why Jamahl Mosley is happy with Magic bench

At the beginning of the season, the Orlando Magic bench was not playing up to standard, which led to a 1-4 start for the first five games. In the 16 games to follow, the Magic are 12-4, headlined by a major comeback win against the Chicago Bulls, which saw several bench players play an extended role.

NBA News / The Predictors / December 2

Magic power past Bulls, 125-120

Desmond Bane scored for 18 of his 37 points in the final period, powering the Orlando Magic past the Chicago Bulls 125–120 on Monday night. He buried a go-ahead three with 3:23 remaining to ignite an 8–0 run, then capped the surge with a free throw that pushed the lead to 117–111 with just over two minutes left.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / December 2

Desmond Bane, Anthony Black explain Magic comeback vs. Bulls

The Orlando Magic are celebrating after a 125-120 win over the Chicago Bulls at home. It didn't look pretty for the Magic through the first two and a half quarters, trailing by as much as 15 points to the Bulls.

Desmond Bane News / FortyEightMinutes / December 2

Desmond Bane Scores 37, Leads Magic Past Bulls in Orlando

The Orlando Magic are hitting their stride. They defeated the Chicago Bulls 125-120 to improve to 13-8 overall and 8-3 at home at the Kia Center. The Magic have won their last 12 out of 16 games.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / December 2

The guards continue starring in Magic's rally past the Bulls

The Orlando Magic were down 15 points in the second half, which they were able to come back from going into the late in 4th quarter. The Magic dominated in the paint, finishing with 62 total points in the paint.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / December 2

Orlando Magic Find New Formula for Victory in Recent Win Streak

The Orlando Magic have been streaking lately, winning 3 in a row and 8 of their last 10. The most recent win put them out of the play-in and into the 5th seed, with only 1 game separating them from the 2nd seed. One trend has stood out in the most recent win streak.

Desmond Bane News / Hardwood Heroics / December 2

'Shoutout T-Mac' – Orlando Magic’s Desmond Bane Achieves Franchise Milestone Not Done Since 2004 Tracy McGrady in Win Vs. Chicago Bulls

Desmond Bane has hit a rich vein in form during the Orlando Magic’s three-game winning streak. After recording 15 points against the Philadelphia 76ers last Tuesday, the 27-year-old guard notched back-to-back 37 games against the Detroit Pistons and the Chicago Bulls.

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Desmond Bane News / Total Apex Sports / December 2

Desmond Bane Takes Over Late as Orlando Magic Erase 15-Point Deficit to Stun Bulls

For nearly three quarters on Monday night inside the Kia Center, the Orlando Magic looked like a team wading through quicksand. The rhythm wasn’t there, the shots were clanging off the iron, and the Chicago Bulls were running downhill, building a lead that felt far more commanding than the scoreboard even indicated.

Desmond Bane News / Field Level Media / December 1

Desmond Bane comes up big for Magic in win vs. Bulls

Anthony Black saved five of his 22 points for a late surge, Desmond Bane capped a 37-point effort with a late go-ahead 3-pointer and the Orlando Magic held off the visiting Chicago Bulls 125-120 on Monday night for their third consecutive win.

NBA News / Yardbarker / December 1

Desmond Bane's big night against Bulls fuels red-hot Magic

The Orlando Magic have been on quite a roll over the past few weeks. After beginning the season 1-4, Orlando had rattled off wins in five of its previous six games headed into Monday's game against the Chicago Bulls.

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Paolo Banchero News / EssentiallySports / December 1

Why Is Paolo Banchero Not Playing Tonight? Bulls-Magic Starting 5 Revealed After Latest Injury Update

The Chicago Bulls roll into Monday night hoping to shake off the sting of their loss in Indiana, but the Orlando Magic have problems of their own. Sitting at 12-8, the Magic should be feeling good after handling Detroit on Friday.

Magic Johnson News / The SportsRush / December 1

Gary Vitti Jokingly Says Magic Johnson Will Outlive Them All After Defying a 'Death Sentence' From 1991

Magic Johnson dropped a proper bombshell on the sporting world in 1991 when he announced his retirement from professional basketball. But it was the reason why he retired that left many stunned, and quite frankly, concerned.

Orlando Magic News / Hoops Wire / November 30

Magic rising, show that their NBA Cup performance likely more than an act

The Magic didn’t exactly come out of the gate roaring. When you trade four first-round picks for a guy who has never made an All-Star team, a 4-6 start is the last thing anyone wants to see.

Orlando Magic News / The SportsRush / November 29

48-Year-Old Paul Pierce Believes He Can Help Out Orlando Magic With Their Shooting Woes

Younger fans of the NBA may see Paul Pierce as a contentious analyst, who’s cocky and full of himself. But in his prime, he was one of the best players of his generation.

Orlando Magic News / Total Apex Sports / November 29

Orlando Magic Move to 4-0 in NBA Cup Group Play After Defeating the Pistons

In the heart of Detroit, with the deafening roar of 20,062 fans shaking the Little Caesars Arena, the Orlando Magic weren’t just playing for another win.

Jonathan Isaac News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 26

Magic rumors: The ‘money crunch’ that could force a Jonathan Isaac trade

The Orlando Magic are playing very good basketball as of late, as they are climbing in the Eastern Conference standings amid an impressive 7-3 stretch.

Paolo Banchero News / Yardbarker / November 26

Magic keep up winning ways without Paolo Banchero

The Orlando Magic weren't happy to see franchise player Paolo Banchero go down with a groin injury two weeks ago. But since then, they've gone 6-2 with one of the NBA's best offenses.

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