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How Paolo Banchero, Franz Wagner could rise back up player leaderboards in future

For the last few seasons, the Orlando Magic were plenty of people's darling underdog in the Eastern Conference. They felt like they finally turned the page after a decade-plus of mediocrity.

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Video: Magic player accidentally blocks own shot with his face

An Orlando Magic player quite literally faced a problem during an NBA preseason game on Tuesday. Magic forward Noah Penda was about to turn a great defensive

NBA News / Orlando Magic on SI / October 14

Cavaliers Find New Competitive Advantage in Orlando before Magic Game

What if a coach could draw up a play on a touch screeen from scratch, where every line, action, and position drawn would not just be on the clipboard, but also appear on the court?

NBA News / Orlando Magic on SI / October 13

3 things we learned from Magic's penultimate preseason game against Cavaliers

The Orlando Magic concluded their third of four preseason games, including the second of two-straight, against the Cleveland Cavaliers on Tuesday inside Kia Center.

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The 'NBA all-time scoring leaders' quiz

How many of the NBA's top 30 career scorers can you name in five minutes?

The 'Most 30-point NBA games at 35+' quiz

The '20-point NBA games leaders' quiz

The 'NBA Playoff scoring record by team' quiz

Paolo Banchero News / Orlando Magic on SI / October 13

Paolo Banchero's Preseason Shooting Start Isn't One To Panic Over

Eyes will be on Paolo Banchero this season, and rightfully so. The 23-year-old forward will need a big year for the Magic to be successful. To do that, Banchero must have better offensive production.

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Every NBA team's X-factor for the 2026-27 season

Who is the X factor for every NBA player this season? We’re not talking about the go-to guy, like Nikola Jokic or Steph Curry. It could be a big-name player, an all-star, or a bench player, but they are the pivot point for their team.

NBA News / Orlando Magic on SI / October 13

3 Things I'm Looking For in Cavaliers vs. Magic Preseason

ORLANDO, Fla. — The Orlando Magic are facing off against the Cleveland Cavaliers for the second time in the preseason, but now the game is moving over to the Kia Center.

Orlando Magic News / Scoop B / October 13

Orlando Magic’s Wendell Carter Jr. Talks Offseason Workouts With Collin Sexton & Derrick Favors, Sean Sweeney’s Impact and Orlando Being Slept On

Orlando Magic center Wendell Carter Jr. has spent his summer striking the balance between intense off-court development and mental reset. Now entering his 8th NBA season at 27 years old, the former 7th overall pick out of Duke has established himself as the anchor of Orlando’s interior defense.

WNBA News

WNBA playoffs: Dream, Valkyries advance to Finals

WNBA playoff takeaways: Dream, Valkyries advance to Finals

Fever's Caitlin Clark praises HC Stephanie White after season ends

A'ja Wilson joins illustrious company with fifth WNBA MVP award

Angel Reese's big playoff performance sends Dream to WNBA Finals

Angel Reese's latest big playoff performance sends Dream to WNBA Finals

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / October 13

Who Is Most Likely to Represent the Orlando Magic at the 2027 NBA All-Star Game?

We are rapidly approaching a new era of basketball in Orlando, one wher Sean Sweeney will be leading the way. Orlando fans have already gotten a taste of what that will look like througout the preseason and all through camp, but the question remains whether he can maximize the potential of Orlando's core.

Anthony Black News / Orlando Magic on SI / October 12

What Anthony Black Must Do for a Long-Term Deal With The Magic

Anthony Black is entering a big 2026-27 campaign for multiple reasons. Not only is it the 22-year-old's fourth season in the league, but the Magic brought in a new head coach.

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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 / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 12

Magic rumors: Paolo Banchero, Franz Wagner, Desmond Bane, Jalen Suggs contracts a problem for young star

The Orlando Magic suffered a crushing seven-game playoff defeat to the Detroit Pistons last season, and Marc Stein of The Stein Line says their future will be in the spotlight this season.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / October 11

3 Magic Players to Watch as Preseason Progresses

The Magic kicked off preseason with a 122-118 victory over the Memphis Grizzlies. The slate continues today with a matchup against the Cleveland Cavaliers.

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The 'Most 100-rushing-yard NFL games' quiz

The 'QB season rushing-TD leaders' quiz

The 'Rushing TDs by active NFL WRs' quiz

The 'Most 3-HR MLB Playoffs' quiz

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / October 11

Orlando Magic Centers Sparring for Playing Time

ORLANDO, Fla. – As they say, iron sharpens iron. The origin of that phrase actually comes from a bible verse, which in full states: Proverbs 27:17 “As

Nikola Vucevic News / Hoops Wire / October 10

Nikola Vucevic says return to Magic uniform ‘felt pretty natural’

Nikola Vucevic is back in Orlando, and apparently the uniform still fits. The veteran center returned to the Magic in free agency this summer, more than five years after the franchise traded him to Chicago.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / October 10

The 1 Magic Player the League Will Be Talking About by December

The Orlando Magic have seemingly been the forgotten team in the Eastern Conference. With LeBron James returning to the East and numerous trades dominating the headlines, much of the attention has been focused elsewhere.

Paolo Banchero News / Orlando Magic on SI / October 10

Paolo Banchero & Sean Sweeney Playing Advantage Basketball

ORLANDO, Fla. – Putting the defense in a bad spot is a trait of a good offense. Confusing as many defenders as often as possible by forcing as many live reads as possible and involving as many moving factors as possible is how good offenses operate; sometimes even doing these things multiple times within one play.

Franz Wagner News / Orlando Magic on SI / October 10

3 Things Magic Star Franz Wagner Needs for All-Star Bid

ORLANDO, Fla. — Orlando Magic star Franz Wagner has been viewed as one of the best wings in the league, but he has yet to make his first All-Star appearance.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / October 9

The Magic Might Solve Their 3-Point Dilemma — But That's Not Their Goal

ORLANDO, Fla. — The Orlando Magic are coming off of a season in which they ranked 22nd in the league in terms of 3-point attempts per game. The team averaged just 34.1 attempts from downtown, which was a far cry from the 45 they shot during their preseason-opening win against the Memphis Grizzlies.

Orlando Magic News / Stadium Rant / October 3

Magic Reloaded: A New Era Under Sean Sweeney

The Orlando Magic enter the 2026–27 season with first‑year head coach Sean Sweeney, who replaces Jamahl Mosley after five seasons, including three playoff appearances.

Anthony Black News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 3

Anthony Black injury update is crucial for Magic before preseason

Orlando Magic guard Anthony Black is making significant progress from his ankle injury as the team prepares to begin its preseason schedule next week. The Magic wrapped up their first week of training camp Friday with their preseason opener against the Memphis Grizzlies set for Wednesday.

NBA News / Yardbarker / October 1

Pelicans head coach Jamahl Mosley sets high bar for former first-round pick heading into 2026-27 season

New Orleans Pelicans first-year head coach Jamahl Mosley is setting a high bar for one of his youngest stars.

Zion Williamson knows you’ve heard it before: ‘I’m not where I want to be’

Sean Sweeney has one non-negotiable for Magic offense: Space the floor

The 'Active NBA points-per-game leaders' quiz

Orlando Magic News / Scoop B / October 1

A Mutual Respect: Paolo Banchero and God Shammgod on Mentorship, Growth, and Orlando’s Bright Future

The dynamic between player and mentor in the NBA often dictates the speed at which young talent transitions into sustained excellence. For Orlando Magic cornerstone Paolo Banchero, having the guidance of legendary coach God Shammgod provided a critical foundation—one built on communication, wisdom and mutual admiration.