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Magic re-signing C Moritz Wagner to 1-year, $5M deal

The Orlando Magic are re-signing center Moritz Wagner to a one-year, $5 million contract, ESPN reported Friday. Wagner, 28, averaged a career-high 12.9 points and 4.9 rebounds in 30 games (one start) with Orlando in 2024-25.

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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

The Magic and veteran free agent Moritz Wagner have agreed to a one-year, $5MM deal that will see the big man return to Orlando, according to reports from Jason Beede of The Orlando Sentinel and Shams Charania of ESPN.

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.

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Orlando Magic News / Total Apex Sports / July 3

Orlando Magic Hire Mavericks Icon God Shammgod as Assistant Coach

The Orlando Magic are continuing to reshape their coaching staff this offseason. In a notable move, the organization has hired longtime Dallas Mavericks assistant God Shammgod.

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

Magic Johnson Enjoys His Vacation On $140 Million Yacht

Magic Johnson is living the kind of summer most people can only dream about and he’s doing it in grand, billionaire style. The NBA legend, Hall of Famer,

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Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / July 3

Orlando Magic Fans Had Excited Reaction To Acquiring God Shammgod

The Orlando Magic continued their offseason push with another major addition, hiring former Dallas Mavericks player development coach God Shammgod as an assistant under Jamahl Mosley.

Orlando Magic News / Last Word On Sports / July 3

10 Best NBA Draft Picks In Orlando Magic History

Mostly utilized as a reserve with the Magic, JJ Redick was a constant threat from behind the arc. Twice, the 6-foot-3 guard shot the three-ball with better than 40% accuracy.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / July 2

Former Mavericks' Player Development Coach Joins the Magic: Report

The Orlando Magic made a key acquisition for their coaching staff on Wednesday. According to ESPN's Shams Charania, the Magic signed God Shammgod as an assistant coach for the 2025-26 season.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 2

Beloved Mavericks assistant to join Magic coaching staff

The Orlando Magic are one of many Eastern Conference teams going all in for the 2026 season. The Magic traded for Desmond Bane from the Memphis Grizzlies before free agency.

Orlando Magic News / Athlon Sports / July 2

Magic Roster and Projected Starting Lineup After Making Major Moves

The Orlando Magic have been active since the NBA free agency started. They made significant moves to address their needs heading into the 2025-26 season.

Orlando Magic News / The SportsRush / July 2

Paul Pierce Recalls Intense Kobe Bryant Moment at Magic Johnson’s 'Midnight Magic' Party

Kobe Bryant was one of the most intense personalities the NBA has ever seen. He was so intense that even off the court, he would continue to play mind games with his opponents by saying and doing certain things.

Orlando Magic News / Total Apex Sports / July 1

Magic Contract Moves: Tracking Orlando’s 2025 Free Agency and Roster Updates

The Orlando Magic have wasted no time shaping their roster this summer. Following a promising season, the franchise has focused on internal development while strategically adding outside help.

Orlando Magic News / Athlon Sports / June 30

Former Duke Guard Agrees to a Deal With Magic

The Orlando Magic started making moves on Monday as the NBA Free Agency started. One of the deals they made was to address the need for a lead guard. Throughout the 2024-25 season, the team relied on Jalen Suggs as the primary ball handler.

Tyus Jones News / Fastbreak on SI / June 30

Orlando Magic Sign 10-Year NBA Veteran

Tyus Jones spent the 2024-25 season with the Phoenix Suns. The former Duke star finished the year with averages of 10.2 points, 2.4 rebounds and 5.3 assists per contest while shooting 44.8% from the field and 41.4% from the three-point range in 81 games.

Cole Anthony News / Larry Brown Sports / June 30