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Magic get bad injury news on Jalen Suggs

The Orlando Magic continue to be bit by the injury bug this season. The team announced that starting point guard Jalen Suggs is dealing with a hip contusion which will keep him out for a period of time.

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Adidas Signs Franz and Moritz Wagner to Sneaker Deals

Orlando Magic teammates and brothers, Franz Wagner and Moritz Wagner, have officially new sneaker deals with adidas. While Moritz has not yet played a game this season, Franz has worn adidas throughout the season.

Paolo Banchero News / Orlando Magic on SI / December 15

Paolo Banchero is finding stride after slow start post-injury

The Orlando Magic have had to navigate around multiple injuries to begin the 2025-26 season. As part of the process, however, is integrating said player's back into the rotation without disrupting any flow.

Franz Wagner News / Orlando Magic on SI / December 14

3 plays the Wagner-less Magic can rely on until his return

As one dynamic big wing franchise cornerstone reenters the arena, another one leaves in pain. Paolo Banchero is back, rearing back into full form; Franz Wagner is gone and recovering to injury.

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Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / December 14

Magic may have gotten two NBA Draft steals

The Orlando Magic haven't gotten a ton out of their pair of rookies this season, but they have looked strong in their small sample size. Bleacher Report writer Greg Swartz conducted a recent redraft of the 2025 rookie class, and Jace Richardson popped in at No.

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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.

Dwight Howard News / Orlando Magic on SI / December 14

Where does Dwight Howard rank among peers through quarter century?

There's no doubt that former Orlando Magic big Dwight Howard is one of the greatest players in franchise history. But where does he rank among all greats through the first 25 years of the 21st century?

Orlando Magic News / Hoops Wire / December 14

NBA Notes: Magic, Jalen Suggs, Cavs, Evan Mobley, Pistons

Jalen Suggs was in the middle of one of the best halves of his career when the night took a painful turn. Suggs went shot-for-shot with Knicks star Jalen Brunson during the first half of Saturday’s NBA Cup semifinal, but a left hip injury forced him out in the third quarter, as relayed by ESPN’s Tim Bontemps.

Jalen Suggs News / Hoops Rumors / December 14

Jalen Suggs Leaves NBA Cup Game With Hip Injury

Magic guard Jalen Suggs engaged in a scoring battle with Knicks star Jalen Brunson during the first half of Saturday’s NBA Cup semifinals matchup, but pain forced him out of the game after he hurt his hip in the third quarter, writes Tim Bontemps of ESPN.

Jalen Brunson News / Orlando Magic on SI / December 13

Jalen Brunson carries Knicks over eliminated Magic in NBA Cup

While the Orlando Magic earned a trip to Las Vegas, Nev., their journey in the Emirates Cup came to a close Saturday evening against the New York Knicks, losing 132-120.

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Moritz Wagner News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 13

Moritz Wagner’s quiet milestone before Magic’s NBA Cup semifinal vs. Knicks

As the Orlando Magic prepare for their NBA Cup semi-final matchup against the New York Knicks on Saturday night, Moritz Wagner reached a quiet but notable step in his recovery process.

Franz Wagner News / EssentiallySports / December 13

Why Is Franz Wagner Not Playing Tonight vs Knicks? Latest Injury Update on Magic Star and Expected Return

The Orlando Magic will face a tough test against the New York Knicks on Saturday, December 13, in the semifinal of the NBA Cup in Las Vegas. It will be a tough game for Orlando, mainly because of the absence of their star player, Franz Wagner.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / December 13

The 3-guard death lineup that could change the game for the Magic

Shooting versatility, 0.5 decision-making, and two-way feel always has a place in the NBA. The Orlando Magic are hunting for as many lineup options with as many players possessing as many of these skills as possible.

NBA News / Orlando Magic on SI / December 13

How Paolo's Magic can trick Knicks into chasing a mirage in desert

The Magic have come away with two wins in three meetings with New York, but they lost two key stars to injury in the process; there's a little bit of bad blood in the dry air.

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 / 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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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.