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NBA News / Orlando Magic on SI / April 30
Six Stunning Paolo vs. Cade Stats to Take into Game 6
The Playoffs bring out the best in everyone, creating the stage for stars to have big moments. And, boy, did the Magic and Pistons stars have themselves some big moments in Game 5.
NBA News / Orlando Magic on SI / April 30
Winners and losers from the Pistons' pivotal Game 5 win over Magic
Cade Cunningham and the Detroit Pistons held onto a 116-109 win over the Orlando Magic in Game 5, keeping their season alive. Who were a few winners and losers?!
NBA News / Total Pro Sports / April 30
Desmond Bane and Duncan Robinson Go Face-to-Face After Heated On-Court Clash
Things quickly got heated in game five between the Detroit Pistons and the Orlando Magic. And a mini scuffle broke out after Duncan Robinson’s push on Desmond Bane, which resulted in a foul.
The 'Active 20-PPG NBA seasons' quiz
How many of the active NBA players who have averaged 20 points-per-game or more in at least three seasons can you name in six minutes?
Desmond Bane News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 30
Magic’s Desmond Bane drops eye-opening ‘beat ourselves’ admission after loss to Pistons
Accountability, not excuses, defined the Orlando Magic’s mindset following their 116–109 Game 5 loss to the Detroit Pistons on Wednesday night. With a chance to close out the series, the Magic instead saw its lead trimmed to 3–2, shifting pressure back onto a young roster still learning how to finish in the postseason.
The 25 greatest playoff games in NBA history
In the NBA, it's all about showing up and showing out in the posteason. With that in mind, here are the 25 greatest NBA playoff games of all time.
Orlando Magic News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 30
Jalen Suggs reveals best part of playing with Paolo Banchero
The Orlando Magic nearly joined the history books on Wednesday night, almost taking down the No. 1 seed Detroit Pistons as the 8-seed in the East. They unfortunately fell a few plays short of the upset, but they’ll have a chance to complete the series win on Friday night in Game 6.
Dwight Howard News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 30
Magic legend Dwight Howard posts directive to Orlando after Game 5 loss
The Orlando Magic remain in control of their playoff path despite a Game 5 setback, as a message from franchise legend Dwight Howard quickly gained attention following the loss on Wednesday night.
Cade Cunningham News / Orlando Magic on SI / April 29
How the Orlando Magic let Cade Cunningham beat them in Game 5
The Orlando Magic could not capture the series-clinching victory inside Detroit in Game 5, losing a hard-fought 116-109 battle to the Pistons. What were some of our takeaways?!
Orlando Magic News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 29
Kendrick Perkins gives Magic HC Jamahl Mosley, Paolo Banchero props for outworking Pistons
The Orlando Magic have continued to make an impression this postseason, with their physical style and resilience shaping a competitive series against the Detroit Pistons.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 29
2 Magic players most responsible for Game 5 loss to Pistons
The Orlando Magic had a golden opportunity on Wednesday night, as they looked to close out the top-seeded Detroit Pistons in Game 5 of their Eastern Conference quarterfinal series.
The 25 defining moments of LeBron James' career
LeBron's career can't go on forever, can it? If it were to end tomorrow, it would be the greatest run of sustained excellence the league has ever seen.
Jamahl Mosley News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 29
Jamahl Mosley unleashes 3 things that handed Pistons Game 5 win over Magic
The Orlando Magic had a chance to break the hearts of the Detroit Pistons on Wednesday night by defeating them in five games on home court. The Pistons had high hopes entering the playoffs as the first seed in the Eastern Conference, but dug themselves a 3-1 hole that will be tough to get out of.
NBA News / Yardbarker / April 29
Pistons avoid elimination vs. Magic behind Cade Cunningham's historic performance
As the Orlando Magic stormed back in the final six minutes, the Detroit Pistons couldn't get baskets from anyone but Cade Cunningham. So their All-Star guard did it himself.
Franz Wagner News / Athlon Sports / April 29
Magic Announce Unfortunate Franz Wagner News for Game 5
Franz Wagner and the Orlando Magic are one win away from securing a first-round upset in the NBA playoffs. The No. 8 Magic went up 3-1 against the No. 1 Detroit Pistons on Monday with an impressive 94-88 victory at Kia Center.
Desmond Bane News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 29
Desmond Bane’s message to Magic ahead of historic opportunity vs Pistons
The Orlando Magic enter Game 5 with a chance to advance in the playoffs for the first time since 2010, and Desmond Bane delivered a clear message as the team prepares to face the Detroit Pistons on Wednesday night.
NBA News / Athlon Sports / April 29
Final Injury Report for Magic-Pistons Game 5: Will Franz Wagner, Kevin Huerter Play?
The Orlando Magic are on the road on Wednesday night as they travel to take on the Detroit Pistons in Game 5 of their first-round playoff series. Orlando enters Wednesday’s game with a 3-1 lead in the series after defeating Detroit at home on Monday night in Game 4.
NBA News / Orlando Magic on SI / April 29
5 Burning Questions Ahead of Magic vs. Pistons Game 5
The Orlando Magic have a chance to clinch a spot in the second round and pull off an improbable upset against the top-seeded Detroit Pistons in Game 5 at Little Caesars Arena.
Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / April 29
How the Magic, Without Franz Wagner, Can Win Game 5
Tyrese Haliburton. Jayson Tatum. Damian Lillard. Dejounte Murray. What do these players have in common? Unfortunately, they all tore their Achilles during the 2024-25 season.
Orlando Magic News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 29
Magic’s Paolo Banchero casts doubt on Franz Wagner’s injury availability vs. Pistons
There isn’t one person who expected the Orlando Magic to push the Detroit Pistons to the brink of elimination and lead the 1-seed in the Eastern Conference 3-1 heading into a pivotal Game 5 on Wednesday night.
NBA News / Yardbarker / April 28
Three things Magic are doing right vs. Pistons
What's the best word to describe a team that survives the play-in tournament, wins the first game of a series against the Eastern Conference top seed and seizes a commanding 3-1 lead? The word you're looking for is Magic.
Franz Wagner News / Hoops Rumors / April 28
Franz Wagner Has Calf Strain, Game 5 Status Uncertain
Magic forward Franz Wagner, who underwent an MRI on Tuesday after exiting Monday’s game due to calf tightness, has been diagnosed with a right calf strain, reports Shams Charania of ESPN (Twitter link).
NBA News / FortyEightMinutes / April 28
Magic Pull Out 94-88 Win Over Pistons in Game 4, Take 3-1 Series Lead
The Orlando Magic picked up a hard-earned 94-88 home victory over the Detroit Pistons on Monday night in Game 4 of their first-round playoff series. The eighth-seeded Magic now lead the top-seeded Pistons 3-1.
Angel Reese appears to take a shot at her ex-boyfriend Jalen Duren
Angel Reese is back at it again. The Atlanta Dream star has another reason to celebrate after the Orlando Magic defeated the Detroit Pistons on Monday, 94-88, at Kia Center in Orlando, Fla., to take a 3-1 series lead in the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs.
Orlando Magic News / HITC / April 28
NBA fans react to Orlando Magic duo’s stunning pre-game handshake going viral
Orlando Magic took a decisive step in their playoff series on Tuesday night, extending their lead over the Detroit Pistons to 3-1 with a 94-88 victory.
Orlando Magic News / Larry Brown Sports / April 27
Orlando Magic players appear to do a drug-themed handshake before game
The Orlando Magic are definitely acting different right now. Orlando went viral before Monday’s Game 4 against the Detroit Pistons at Kia Center in Orlando, Fla.
NBA News / Yardbarker / April 27
Desmond Bane proving to be missing piece for the Magic
As the Orlando Magic are on the verge of knocking off the Eastern Conference's top seed in the first round, they're benefiting from exactly what they were missing in the playoffs one year ago. Desmond Bane, 27, who the Magic acquired in a summer trade with the Memphis Grizzlies, has proven to be the difference-maker against the Detroit Pistons.
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