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4 predictions ahead of Magic vs. Knicks NBA Cup semifinal

The Orlando Magic are facing off against the New York Knicks in the NBA Cup semifinals at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. With the matchup creeping up, some members of the Orlando Magic On SI staff gave their predictions for how the game will go.

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Jalen Suggs believes Magic have 'window' to make title run

16 seasons, 1,349 games, 325,560 minutes; whatever metric you want to use, it's been a long time since the Orlando Magic last played in an NBA Finals game.

NBA News / Field Level Media / December 12

Magic's perfect NBA Cup record, finals trip on line vs. Knicks

The resilient Orlando Magic take a perfect NBA Cup record into the tournament's semifinals Saturday, while the New York Knicks roll into Las Vegas having feasted ever since Thanksgiving week.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / December 12

Orlando Magic cashing in on incentives driving NBA Cup pursuit

While the NBA Cup is all about teaching an inexperienced Orlando Magic how to win now that we’ve reached the knockout stages, there’s some coin to be had too.

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The 'Active NBA PPG leaders' quiz

How many of the active NBA players to average at least 20 points-per-game can you name in five minutes?

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Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / December 12

The Orlando Magic's strong start should only get better

The Orlando Magic are 15-10 and in Vegas for the NBA Cup semi-final. The Magic are sporting a top 5 defense (111.5 defensive rating) The Magic are a top 12 offense.

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Which NBA teams have the best Christmas Day records?

Christmas and the NBA go hand-in-hand. The day serves for the top hoops league in the world, like Thanksgiving for the NFL. However, while the Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys are perpetual Thanksgiving participants, the NBA has mixed up the matchups and the teams throughout the years.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / December 11

Magic embrace underdog status in NBA Cup

Of the four teams going to Las Vegas for the NBA Cup semifinals, the Orlando Magic have the worst record of the bunch. While a 15-10 mark over the first 25 games of the season isn't a bad record, they will always be viewed as an underdog until they make some noise in the playoffs.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / December 11

These 7 lineups are crushing Magic opponents this season

By now, the basketball world knows the Magic's starting lineup is one of the best in the league, rating 5th overall in net rating among lineups with at least 100 minutes played: Suggs - Bane - F.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / December 11

This Magic secret weapon has led them to NBA Cup semifinal

The Orlando Magic are traveling to Las Vegas for their first taste at the NBA Cup semifinals and potential championship as they advanced to the Sin City stage of the tournament for the first time in its three-year existence.

Jamahl Mosley News / Orlando Magic on SI / December 11

Jamahl Mosley gives update on Magic starting lineup changes

The Orlando Magic are adapting to injuries with changes in the starting lineup. Franz Wagner is out for several weeks with a high ankle sprain, so the Magic need to fill his spot in the starting five.

Franz Wagner News / Hardwood Heroics / December 11

'Definitely Caught a Break' – Orlando Magic’s Franz Wagner Says Sprained Ankle Diagnosis is a Blessing in Disguise

Franz Wagner finally broke his silence about the gruesome leg injury he suffered in the Orlando Magic’s 106-100 loss to the New York Knicks on Sunday. According to him, he was surprised that he only sustained a high ankle sprain that will keep him out for the next few weeks.

Paolo Banchero News / Orlando Magic on SI / December 10

Paolo Banchero doesn't mind playing the Heat

Desmond Bane became the first player since Tracy McGrady to score 37 PTS three times in a six-game span for the Orlando Magic. Anthony Black was wreaking havoc on both ends, getting downhill driving and dishing at will.

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Orlando Magic News / Yardbarker / December 10

Desmond Bane is proving to be exactly what the Magic needed

Brought to Orlando to help elevate the Magic's contender status ahead of the 2025-26 season, Desmond Bane is starting to deliver on the expectations that followed him from Memphis.

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NBA News / The Predictors / December 10

Magic top Heat 117-108, advance to NBA Cup semifinals

Desmond Bane delivered another standout performance, matching his season high with 37 points to lead the Orlando Magic past the Miami Heat 117–108 on Tuesday night, sending Orlando into the NBA Cup semifinals.

Magic Johnson News / Athlon Sports / December 10

NBA Legend Magic Johnson Shares Personal News on Wednesday

Magic Johnson is widely regarded as one of the greatest players in NBA history. Johnson spent his entire NBA career with the Los Angeles Lakers, having led his team to several league titles during his Hall of Fame run.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 10

NBA lip reader hilariously breaks down Desmond Bane-OG Anunoby incident, with a side of Tony Brothers

Recently, Orlando Magic guard Desmond Bane was fined $35000 by the NBA for throwing the ball off of New York Knicks forward OG Anunoby during a recent matchup between the two teams.

Paolo Banchero News / Orlando Magic on SI / December 10

Magic will need more from Paolo Banchero to win the Emirates Cup

Emirates Cup play is like a playoff pre-check, and the Orlando Magic are acing the test as their record in the tournament is 5-0, which is currently the best mark in the league.

NBA News / Orlando Magic on SI / December 10

Magic claim Florida’s top spot, surpassing Miami — at least for now

The Orlando Magic have long been the Miami Heat's "little brother". They are overlooked by the Heat's three championships to the Magic's zero. They are overlooked by the city of Miami compared to Orlando, and have been flat out dominated by the Miami Heat since the teams innaguration's into the NBA.

NBA News / BasketballNews.com / December 10

Emirates NBA Cup 2025: Magic, Knicks advance to Las Vegas

The Eastern Conference semifinals field for the 2025-26 Emirates NBA Cup is set – and it’s the Magic and Knicks who punched their tickets to Las Vegas.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / December 9