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Down ten points in the third quarter, with Jalen Suggs picking up an early fifth foul, Magic Rookie Jase Richardson is thrown into the fire, which explains the smoke coming off his sneakers.

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LeBron, Nash, Mosley excited for Paolo Banchero's return

LeBron James and Steve Nash are excited to see how the Paolo Banchero - Franz Wagner - Desmond Bane dynamic shakes out on the basketball court: "I think the key for Orlando in many ways will be how they can incorporate those guys together...

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / December 4

Why Magic rookie was 'thankful' for surprising second half insertion

For most of the season, Orlando Magic rookie Jase Richardson has been fighting uphill to crack Jamahl Mosley's rotation. Over his first 11 games, he totaled just 68 minutes, including a 21-minute stint against the Boston Celtics on Nov.

Noah Penda News / Orlando Magic on SI / December 4

Magic forward turning heads in rookie season

The Orlando Magic may have a gem in second-round pick Noah Penda. Penda, the No. 32 overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, has gotten a chance to see the floor in several of the Magic's recent games.

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Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / December 4

Why Magic defense is helping their offense

The Orlando Magic are finally figuring things out on the offensive end of the floor this season. After over a decade of offensive mediocrity, the Magic now boast one of the top 10 offenses in the NBA this season.

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Who is the most-iconic player for every NBA franchise?

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?

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / December 4

Unexpected player fuels Orlando Magic's almost-rally against Spurs

The Orlando Magic were almost able to make a second straight double digit comeback against the San Antonio Spurs, but Franz Wagner having his shot blocked at the buzzer by Luke Kornet.

Jalen Suggs News / Orlando Magic on SI / December 3

Jalen Suggs shakes off recent slump, but it's enough vs Spurs

Even though the San Antonio Spurs were without Victor Wembanyama and Stephon Castle due to injury, the Spurs beat the Orlando Magic, 114-112, Wednesday night inside Kia Center.

Jonathan Isaac News / Orlando Magic on SI / December 3

Controversial Jonathan Isaac foul leads to Magic loss vs. Spurs

The Orlando Magic are disappointed after falling 114-112 to the San Antonio Spurs on Wednesday night inside the Kia Center. With just under a minute to go, Franz Wagner hit a 3-pointer to cut the Magic deficit to a single point after trailing by as much as 15 in the second half.

Paolo Banchero News / Orlando Magic on SI / December 3

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.

NBA News / Orlando Magic on SI / December 3

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.

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.

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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.

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.

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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