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NBA News / Yardbarker / July 21
Mavericks continue to collect first-round picks
Trades that preceded Ujiri's hiring have tied his hands when it comes to roster building. He's making some intriguing gambles using his limited resources.
Jett Howard News / Hoops Rumors / July 20
Mavericks Add Jett Howard On Two-Way Deal
The Mavericks have signed free agent wing Jett Howard to a two-way contract, the team announced in a press release. Dallas opened up a two-way spot on Monday by waiving forward Tyler Smith.
NBA News / Hoops Rumors / July 20
Magic, Celtics, Kings Announce Preseason Schedules
The Magic, Celtics and Kings all announced their 2026/27 preseason schedules on Monday. The Magic will play four preseason games this fall, writes Jason Beede of The Orlando Sentinel.
The 'Youngest 35-point NBA games' quiz
How many of the NBA players to score at least 35 points in a game before turning 20 years old can you name in five minutes?
Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / July 19
Projecting a Win Total for the Orlando Magic as Free Agency Winds Down
The Orlando Magic fell short of their preseason expectations last season after acquiring Desmond Bane. They were eliminated in the first round of the Eastern Conference playoffs and choked a 3-1 series lead to the Detroit Pistons.
The 25 biggest NBA clutch performers who weren't stars
At the end of the game or in other big moments, it's usually the team's stars who have the ball. Sometimes, though, it's the role players who get the chance to shine and deliver.
Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / July 18
Paolo praises Franz as Key to the Orlando Magic
When the Orlando Magic held a 3-1 lead over the Detroit Pistons in the playoffs this past season, could the Magic have pulled out the upset if they had a healthy Franz Wagner available?
Jalen Suggs News / Orlando Magic on SI / July 18
How this Magic guard bounces back from poor postseason
The Orlando Magic may be over three months removed from blowing a 3-1 lead to the Detroit Pistons, but it still stings. There is a lot of names to blame for the collapse.
Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / July 17
Who Makes the Rotation? Predicting the Magic's Top 10 Players
The Orlando Magic are a few months away from the start of the season, but new head coach Sean Sweeney is probably already crafting what his rotation will look like now that free agency has come to an end.
Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / July 17
The Magic Quietly Solved a Problem That Haunted Them Last Season
Orlando Magic fans are thrilled about the signing of backup center Nikola Vucevic, who agreed to a one-year deal to return to the team that helped build his NBA career.
Orlando Magic News / EssentiallySports / July 17
Legendary NBA Announcer David Steele Ends 37-Year Run With the Same Franchise
An era of broadcasting brilliance has come to a close in Central Florida. David Steele, the legendary play-by-play announcer who has served as the definitive voice of the Orlando Magic since the team’s inaugural 1989 season, has officially announced his retirement, bringing a magnificent 51-year sportscasting career to an end.
Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / July 16
3 contracts Magic should try to move in future
Despite coming off a frustrating 45-win season, the Orlando Magic have largely kept the same core together heading into the 2026-27 season. If a similar result ensues, which contracts should the Magic look to move?
The 25 best NBA players to never play in college
Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.
Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / July 15
3 low-cost free agents the Magic should consider for final roster spot
While the majority of the East has made efforts to improve, the Orlando Magic have not. Instead, they appear to be running back the exact same group, led by Paolo Banchero, Franz Wagner and Desmond Bane.
Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / July 14
How the Magic may stack up in underrated East
For the last several years, there's been debate as to whether which is the better conference between the East and the West. Though, frankly, there hasn't been much debate.
Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / July 14
4 Magic Breakout Candidates Ready for a Giant Leap Under Sean Sweeney
The Orlando Magic are a young team on the rise in the Eastern Conference as they look to build a core that can win a championship together. The Magic are equipped with new head coach Sean Sweeney and a core that has made the playoffs in each of the last three seasons, but failed to reach the second round.
Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / July 14
Magic Play-by-Play Announcer David Steele Retires After 37 Seasons
ORLANDO, Fla. — The Orlando Magic are saying goodbye to a franchise icon. Play-by-play announcer David Steele, who has been the voice of the team for 37 seasons on television and radio, is retiring effective immediately.
Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / July 13
3 takeaways after 3 Magic Summer League games
The Orlando Magic have gotten off to a strong start in Summer League, picking up two-straight wins over the Miami Heat and Portland Trail Blazers after losing to the Charlotte Hornets.
Orlando Magic News / The Lead / July 13
Have the Orlando Magic Had a Good Offseason So Far?
The Orlando Magic ended the 2025-26 NBA season with a thud. Their 4-3 first-round playoff defeat at the hands of the Detroit Pistons marked the Magic’s third straight first-round playoff exit.
Izaiyah Nelson News / Orlando Magic on SI / July 13
Magic rookie fractures ankle in Summer League vs. Blazers
The Orlando Magic will be without their second-round rookie for the foreseeable future. Izaiyah Nelson, who the Magic drafted No. 51 overall in last month's NBA Draft, suffered a fractured ankle in their overtime win in Summer League over the Portland Trail Blazers, according to The Orlando Sentinel's Jason Beede.
Paolo Banchero News / Fadeaway World / July 13
Paolo Banchero Sets Ambitious Goals For Himself Ahead Of Upcoming Season
The Orlando Magic were arguably one of the more disappointing teams in the NBA last season. Despite some noteworthy performances by players like Paolo Banchero, the team routinely underachieved, raising concerns about their future.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / July 12
NBA Notes: Magic, Paolo Banchero, Timberwolves, Isaiah Evans, Pelicans
Paolo Banchero already likes what he’s seeing from new Magic coach Sean Sweeney. Speaking with Yahoo Sports’ Kelly Iko, Banchero said the two have quickly developed a strong relationship, even spending time together in Seattle before regrouping in Las Vegas this week.
Orlando Magic News / Hoops Rumors / July 6
Magic Finalize Coaching Staff For 2026/27
The Magic have finalized their coaching staff for the upcoming season, the team announced in a press release. There will be a total of nine assistant coaches — Joe Prunty, Greg Buckner, Popeye Jones, Tom Bialaszewski, Riley Crean, Jon Harris, Ben Johnson, Jacqlyn Poss and Mfon Udofia — under new head coach Sean Sweeney.
Nikola Vucevic News / Yardbarker / July 1
Magic reunite with Nikola Vucevic after years apart
Vucevic was traded away from the franchise during the 2020-21 season and has spent the past five seasons with the Chicago Bulls and Boston Celtics.
NBA News / Yardbarker / June 30
Grizzlies complete roster teardown with Ja Morant deal
The young Memphis Grizzlies looked like an emerging powerhouse when they finished second in the Western Conference in 2022 and 2023. Three seasons later, the core of that team has all been traded away.
Jonathan Isaac News / HITC / June 28
The financial reason why the Orlando Magic have waived lottery pick Jonathan Isaac
The Orlando Magic have decided to part ways with Jonathan Isaac ahead of the 2026-27 NBA season. Despite being the sixth overall pick in the 2017 NBA Draft, Jonathan Isaac never reached the potential that the Orlando Magic had hoped for him to reach.
Jonathan Isaac News / Larry Brown Sports / June 27
Magic release former top 10 draft pick
The Orlando Magic are moving on from a former top 10 draft pick. The Magic released forward Jonathan Isaac, according to multiple reports. The move will save Orlando $6.5 million against the salary cap, with only $8 million of his $14 million salary for next year guaranteed.
NBA News / Yardbarker / May 29
Spurs' playoff run propels Sean Sweeney to head-coaching opportunity with Magic
On the heels of a big win in Game 6 and in front of Game 7 of the Western Conference Finals, the San Antonio Spurs learned news that will impact the future of their franchise no matter what happens on Saturday night.
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