-
-
Follow Us
-
On Facebook
On Flipboard
On Twitter
Free Newsletters
On YouTubeOrlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / March 14
Concerns linger for Magic in this area
It's been another season marred by injury and inconsistency. But the Orlando Magic are not-so-quietly playing their best basketball of the season. Although that hasn't necessarily quieted the concerns about the team's ability to potentially win a postseason series, something they haven't done in 16 years.
Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / March 14
Magic's biggest challenge is versus a team they've dominated
Typically, a team's largest obstacle is one they've repeatedly fell short of, one that constant failure provides enough lessons paired with enough motivation to overcome.
The '21+ made free throws in an NBA game' quiz
How many of the NBA players to make 21+ free throws in a single NBA game can you name in seven minutes?
Jalen Suggs News / Orlando Magic on SI / March 14
Magic Might Be Cooked Without Jalen Suggs
With Franz Wagner and Anthony Black sidelined with injuries, the Orlando Magic are relying more on Jalen Suggs to step up next to Desmond Bane and Paolo Banchero.
Every NBA franchise's most infamous villain
Heroes run the NBA, but every story also needs a villain. For some franchises, it's a particularly hated opponent, but every now and then, it's one of their own.
Magic Johnson News / Hoops Wire / March 14
Magic Johnson Meets With Nevada Officials About NBA Expansion Team
NBA legend Magic Johnson has taken steps toward bringing a franchise to Las Vegas. Johnson met last month with Nevada Gov. Joe Lombardo and other civic leaders in Southern Nevada to discuss launching a formal pursuit of an NBA expansion team, according to the Las Vegas Review-Journal.
NBA News / EssentiallySports / March 13
Magic Johnson Holds Private Las Vegas Expansion Meeting Amid LeBron James’ Ownership Interests
The NBA has been flirting with expansion for as long as we can remember. But despite the talks, no solid step was being taken in that direction, until recently, when the league’s commissioner, Adam Silver, confirmed that the league will make a “determination” about domestic expansion this summer.
NBA News / Orlando Magic on SI / March 13
How the Magic hold Bam and the hot Heat down in Miami
The 37-28 Orlando Magic visit the 38-29 Miami Heat after sneaking up to the 5-seed, bumping Miami to 6th in the East. In the final weeks of a tight race of Eastern Conference Playoff seeding, this southeast division sunshine state rivalry has stakes that could shake out the final first round series matchups.
Jonathan Isaac News / Hoops Rumors / March 12
Magic’s Jonathan Isaac Suffers Left Knee Sprain Thursday
Big man Jonathan Isaac sprained his left knee during Thursday’s overtime win vs. Washington and was ruled out for the remainder of the contest, the Magic announced (via Twitter).
Jalen Suggs News / Field Level Media / March 12
Jalen Suggs helps Magic close out wild OT win vs. Wizards
Jalen Suggs capped a 28-point performance with a tie-breaking 3-pointer with 1:27 to go in overtime, Tristan da Silva chipped in with a career-best 26, and the Orlando Magic withstood a fourth-quarter flurry by the visiting Washington Wizards for a 136-131 victory Thursday night.
20 NBA players who changed how the game is played
Basketball has changed so, so much since it was first played in the late 1800s. The NBA has a lot to do with this, and there are even a handful of players who can be credited with influencing significant shifts on their own.
NBA News / Orlando Magic on SI / March 12
Magic Need Overtime to Beat Wizards, Win Sixth Straight
The Orlando Magic are exhausted after a 136-131 win in overtime against the Washington Wizards inside the Kia Center. With two minutes to go in the game, Magic forward Tristan da Silva hit a 3-point shot to double Orlando's lead from three to six.
Desmond Bane News / Orlando Magic on SI / March 12
Desmond Bane Death Star Shoots Lava At Night
While the tweet that claimed NASA had discovered a nearby Earth-like exoplanet that rains lava at night was unfortunately proven false that, they did indeed discover an actual real lava planet covered with a magma ocean in December, 2025.
Paolo Banchero News / Orlando Magic on SI / March 12
Paolo Banchero makes one big shift after All-Star snub
Analyzing the problem at hand, accepting that a change is needed, and doing what is needed to make those changes is what development is all about, whether that's a person or a basketball player.
NBA News / Orlando Magic on SI / March 12
Banchero, Magic face hapless Wizards, after they gave up 83 to Bam Adebayo
Trae Young is expected to play his first game in Orlando tonight rocking the (hopefully throwback golds) Wizards name on the front his jersey. Young gives Washington a creative franchise cornerstone level point guard one-man offensive engine to build around going forward.
Bam Adebayo News / Orlando Magic on SI / March 12
Which Magic players could surpass Bam Adebayo's 83 point milestone
We witnessed history earlier this week with Bam Adebayo passing Kobe Bryant for the second-most points in NBA History with 83. The game truly came out of nowhere, which made it all the more beautiful -- despite what any critics or naysayers spew.
Orlando Magic News / Ball Exclusives / March 12
Larry Bird, Michael Jordan, and Magic Johnson never revisited their Dream Team glory
For all the mythology wrapped around the 1992 Dream Team, one of the funniest truths comes straight from Larry Bird. He, Michael Jordan, and Magic Johnson never really sat around and relived it.
NBA News / Total Apex Fantasy Sports / March 12
Washington Wizards at Orlando Magic Preview, Prediction & Odds | March 11
With the NBA season winding down, with weeks left before the playoffs, bettors could win big with the Washington Wizards taking on the Orlando Magic. Orlando has been on a hot streak and has won five games in a row, and could be heading for a strong run before the playoffs.
Franz Wagner News / Hardwood Heroics / March 12
Orlando Magic Coach Gets 100% Honest on Why Franz Wagner Doesn’t Have a Specific Timeline on His Return
The Orlando Magic recently announced that while Franz Wagner is making progress with his left ankle rehab, they still don’t have a target date for his return this season, with only 18 games left.
NBA News / Yardbarker / March 12
Desmond Bane carries Magic offense to fifth straight win
After a slow start to the season, the Orlando Magic have had the NBA's best defense over the last five weeks. With Desmond Bane carrying the offense, the Magic have been tough to beat.
Orlando Magic News / Hoops Wire / March 11
Cavs do plenty right, just not as much as Magic
Random dribbles following the Cavaliers’ 128-122 road loss to the Orlando Magic on Wednesday. 1. Sometimes, it’s just not your night. Sometimes, the night belongs to the other guy.
Orlando Magic News / Larry Brown Sports / March 11
Desmond Bane does banned celebration after hitting clutch shot for Magic
Desmond Bane continues to be a real menace to society. The Orlando Magic guard Bane went viral for his antics during Wednesday’s game against the Cleveland Cavaliers.
Paolo Banchero News / Hoops Wire / March 11
Magic’s Paolo Banchero using All-Star snub as motivation
Magic big man Paolo Banchero admits the first half of the season did not meet his expectations. And that realization helped fuel his recent surge. Speaking with Marc J.
Orlando Magic News / Athlon Sports / March 10
Magic The Gathering TMNT Crossover 2026: Booster Guide and Key Cards
As Magic: The Gathering's Universes Beyond Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles sets are now available on store shelves as of March 6, 2026, the Magic: The Gathering
Orlando Magic News / Athlon Sports / March 10
Magic Announce Anthony Black, Franz Wagner Injury Update Before Cavaliers Game
The Orlando Magic will be without Anthony Black for the foreseeable future after an MRI revealed a left lateral abdominal muscle strain. Franz Wagner, sidelined since Feb.
Markelle Fultz News / Larry Brown Sports / March 6
Former No. 1 overall NBA draft pick bust is making a comeback
One of the most notorious draft busts of the last decade wants to give it another go.
Dallas Mavericks News / Yardbarker / March 5
Mavericks star rookie Cooper Flagg reaches major milestone at historic pace
If Dallas Mavericks star rookie Cooper Flagg's NBA debut season wasn't historic already, it just secured its place as one of the best ever on Thursday night.
Customize Your Newsletter
+
Get the latest news and rumors, customized to your favorite sports and teams. Emailed daily. Always free!
MY ACCOUNT
SUBSCRIBE
ADVERTISE
JOBS
FAQ
PRIVACY POLICY COOKIE POLICY CONTACT US
ABOUT YARDBARKER TERMS OF SERVICE
PRIVACY POLICY COOKIE POLICY CONTACT US
ABOUT YARDBARKER TERMS OF SERVICE
Copyright 2026 YB Media, LLC. All rights reserved.
By using this site, you agree to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.
This site is for entertainment purposes only.
There is no gambling offered on this site.
Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-Gambler.
By using this site, you agree to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.
This site is for entertainment purposes only.
There is no gambling offered on this site.
Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-Gambler.