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Banchero to be scrutinized as he returns to improved Orlando Magic

Paolo Banchero has been thrilled the Orlando Magic has won without him, reversing course following a slow start. He’s got to be ecstatic that as he nears a return that could come as soon as Friday night’s date with the Miami Heat, his team has persevered to where he isn’t being handed a shovel upon returning.

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Could the Magic get a key reinforcement against the Heat?

Paolo Banchero has missed 10 games in a row due to a strained left groin, and the Orlando Magic have received some good news. Banchero was upgraded to questionable for Friday's contest against the Miami Heat signaling a return may be near.

NBA News / Field Level Media / December 4

Little separates resurgent Magic, visiting Heat

In-state counterparts meet for the first of two games in five days when the Miami Heat visit the Orlando Magic on Friday. Orlando and Miami draw each other in next Tuesday's quarterfinal round of the NBA Cup.

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NBA News / Hoops Rumors / December 4

Magic's Paolo Banchero, Knicks' OG Anunoby could return Friday

A pair of key NBA players could return from their respective injuries on Friday.

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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 / Bleacher Report / December 4

Watch: BossMan Dlow caught the game-winning block

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / December 4

Magic rookie's speed and shooting touch are outlier skill superpowers

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.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / December 4

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.

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.

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.

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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.

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.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / December 2

Magic are clearly winning Desmond Bane trade so far

It's been nearly six months since the Orlando Magic traded four first-round picks, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, and Cole Anthony to the Memphis Grizzlies for Desmond Bane.

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.

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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