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Orlando Magic Re-Sign Fan-Favorite Center On 1-Year Contract

Magic Center Moritz Wagner has re-signed with the team on a one-year, $5 million contract. Orlando believes the fan-favorite will be healthy and contributing around Christmas after tearing his ACL last season.

Orlando Magic News / The SportsRush / July 5

Reggie Miller’s Legendary Sister Explains How Media Will Never Let Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark Become Magic Johnson and Larry Bird

Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark’s rivalry has become one of the biggest storylines currently in the WNBA. It can even be argued that their history as competitors follows the same trajectory as NBA legends Magic Johnson and Larry Bird.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / July 4

Magic Forward Noah Penda All Smiles After Inking Rookie Deal

Orlando Magic rookie forward Noah Penda was grinning ear to ear after signing his rookie contract on Friday. Penda's spot in the organization becomes official after Orlando traded with Boston to move up in the second round to select him with the 32nd pick.

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Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / July 4

Magic Make Signings Of Draft Picks Jase Richardson, Noah Penda Official

In consecutive days, the Orlando Magic have signed guard Jase Richardson and forward Noah Penda. The team announced the signing of Richardson on Thursday, but did not provide contract details.

Orlando Magic News / Hoops Rumors / July 4

Magic sign second-rounder Noah Penda

The Magic have officially signed No. 32 overall pick pick Noah Penda to his first NBA contract, the team announced today in a press release (Twitter link).

Orlando Magic News / Athlon Sports / July 4

Magic Get Great News in NBA Free Agency on July 4th

Just when NBA fans thought the Orlando Magic might take it easy on the holiday, the franchise dropped some important news. Turns out, the Magic's offseason keeps getting better by the day.

Franz Wagner News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 4

Orlando bringing back Moe Wagner on 1-year deal

The Orlando Magic made a splash early in the offseason by acquiring Desmond Bane in a blockbuster trade, signaling their intent to contend in the East.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / July 4

Orlando Magic Get Massive Value Re-Signing Moe Wagner On Bargain Deal

The Orlando Magic are continuing to bolster their roster to seriously compete in the Eastern Conference next season. Acquiring former Memphis Grizzlies guard Desmond Bane is, of course, the highlight of their summer thus far, but Orlando's front office just got away with a huge steal.

Orlando Magic News / Hoops Rumors / July 4

Magic to re-sign veteran big man

Orlando now projects to operate in luxury-tax territory for the 2025-26 season.

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Mac McClung News / Fastbreak on SI / July 4

Orlando Magic Cut Ties With Popular NBA Player

Mac McClung spent the 2024-25 season with the Orlando Magic organization. He appeared in two NBA games, averaging 1.5 assists per contest. According to Keith Smith of Spotrac, the Magic will let go of McClung.

Orlando Magic News / Last Word On Sports / July 3

Orlando Magic Blessed by God Shammgod

The Magic continue to gather talent as they hired renowned player development expert God Shammgod as an assistant coach. The former pro has cultivated the likes of Kyrie Irving, Luka Doncic, and Kristaps Porzingis – is he the key for Orlando’s young core to “crossover” to a deep playoff run in 2026?

Orlando Magic News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 3

Cheryl Miller compares Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese to Larry Bird and Magic Johnson

Basketball legend Cheryl Miller has previously weighed in on the WNBA, Caitlin Clark, and Angel Reese. Now she is taking her analysis to a new level. On the All Facts No Brakes podcast with Keyshawn Johnson, Miller tried to link the “rivalry” between Clark and Reese to that of Magic Johnson and Larry Bird.

Jase Richardson News / Hoops Rumors / July 3

Magic confirm news about first-round pick Jase Richardson

Richardson was selected 25th overall in the 2025 draft.

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Mac McClung News / Hoops Wire / July 3

Magic Rescind Mac McClung Qualifying Offer

The Orlando Magic have withdrawn their qualifying offer for three-time Slam Dunk champion Mac McClung, per Keith Smith of Spotrac and Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / July 3

NBA Insider Boldly Suggests Magic Could Reach Finals

The Orlando Magic are having one of the most exciting offseasons in franchise history. After back-to-back first-round playoff exits, the front office knew major changes were necessary.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / July 3

Where The Magic Stand After One of Biggest Offseasons

Whenever a franchise makes a set of blockbuster acquisitions in any sport, it can take some time for the players to adjust and have roles defined. In the NBA, a roster can usually be categorized into three important categories: Stars, the "Alfreds", and the "Others".

Orlando Magic News / Fadeaway World / July 3