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On YouTubeOrlando Magic News / Last Word On Sports / October 30
Where Has Orlando’s Magic Gone?
On Wednesday, the Orlando Magic were outscored by eight or more points in three of four quarters en route to a 19-point defeat, losing to the Detroit Pistons.
Jalen Suggs News / Orlando Magic on SI / October 30
Suggs availability factors in for Magic on second night of back-to-back
Working Jalen Suggs back from March’s knee surgery was always going to present challenges in the early portion of the season, so while the Orlando Magic
NBA News / Last Word On Sports / October 30
Four Coaches Predicted To Be Fired After Disappointing Starts
ORLANDO — The NBA is a brutal business. It rewards results, not intentions. Every October brings optimism — fresh faces, bold talk, and renewed belief.
The 'Last 50-point game by NBA team' quiz
How many of the last players to reach the half-century mark in points for every NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?
Desmond Bane News / Orlando Magic on SI / October 30
Newcomer's brick serves as lowlight of Orlando Magic's latest loss
Adding Desmond Bane was one of the NBA offseason’s top splashes, a home run of an acquisition. It allowed the Orlando Magic to alleviate their biggest problem, subpar 3-point shooting, with a piece who would allow its defense to continue functioning at a high level. Early returns are mixed.
The 25 most notable one-time NBA All-Stars
The all-time list of NBA All-Stars is obviously long, and notably distinguished. However, there are some players — for various reasons — who the casual, or even most-dedicated, NBA fans can't recall having earned All-Star nods.
Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / October 30
Is the Orlando Magic's defensive answer stuck on their bench?
Under Coach Mosley the Orlando Magic's foundation has always been defense. They were top 3 defensively in back-to-back seasons and built the blueprint for future success.
Jamahl Mosley News / NBA Analysis Network / October 30
Frustrated Jamahl Mosley calls out Orlando Magic players after defeat to Pistons
The Orlando Magic have probably been the most disappointing team in the 2025-26 NBA season so far. The Magic won 41 games last year despite several long-term injuries and a woeful lack of three-point shooting.
NBA News / Orlando Magic on SI / October 30
Five questions ahead of Magic vs. Hornets divisional matchup
The Orlando Magic are on the second night of a back-to-back as they take on the Southeast Division rival Charlotte Hornets. The Magic are at a disadvantage after facing the Detroit Pistons last night while the Hornets last played the night before against the Miami Heat, but Orlando should be the favorite on paper.
NBA News / Hardwood Heroics / October 30
'We Should All be Frustrated' – Orlando Magic Star Sends Clear Message to the Team After Latest Loss Vs. Detroit Pistons
The Orlando Magic succumbed to their fourth straight defeat, following last night’s 135-116 loss against the Detroit Pistons, and forward Franz Wagner called out the team during the postgame press conference.
NBA News / Field Level Media / October 30
Hornets, Magic continue search for defensive solutions
The visiting Orlando Magic and the Charlotte Hornets might need to crank up their offenses in large ways when they meet Thursday night. Or do something about their defenses.
NBA News / Yardbarker / October 30
Vanishing act: Magic's defense disappears in fourth straight loss
Even as the Orlando Magic struggled through a 41-41 season in 2024-25, they could always rely on their defense. This year, they're still a bad offense, but they can't stop anyone either.
NBA News / Orlando Magic on SI / October 29
Magic losing streak continues as plot falls apart in second half vs. Pistons
The Orlando Magic's losing streak has reached four games as the team lost to the Detroit Pistons 135-116 at Little Caesars Arena. The Magic played well in the first half, keeping up with the upstart Pistons, but things slowly began to decline once the team teams trotted out on the court for the second half.
Paolo Banchero News / Orlando Magic on SI / October 29
Paolo Banchero was compared to.... who?
Paolo Banchero is widely considered one of the NBA's next megastars. Former No. 1 overall pick. Rookie of the Year. In line for USA basketball and the Olympics.
Orlando Magic News / NBA Draft on SI / October 29
Jase Richardson Could Help Struggling Orlando Magic
It’s not often NBA rookies are able to make a positive impact, especially just a few games into the season. But in the Orlando Magic’s case, they may need to try their hand at playing Jase Richardson.
Anthony Black News / Field Level Media / October 29
Magic pick up team options on F Tristan da Silva, G Anthony Black
The Orlando Magic exercised the team options on the contracts of forward Tristan da Silva and guard Anthony Black, keeping the duo under contract through the 2026-27 season.
Cade Cunningham News / Orlando Magic on SI / October 29
Containing Cunningham among 3 Keys to How Magic Win in Motor City
After a season-opening win at home, Orlando has lost three straight. How does the team bounce back on its second stop of the first road trip of their 2025-26 season?
Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / October 29
Orlando Magic pick up option on da Silva, but not on another draft pick
The Orlando Magic had until October 31st to decide their choice on the options of Tristan da Silva, Anthony Black, and Jett Howard. With the Magic's big 4 of Banchero, Wagner, Suggs, & Bane combined to make around $150 million, the team needed to retain value while trying to make sensible budget cuts.
Jett Howard News / Hoops Rumors / October 29
Magic declining Jett Howard’s 2026-27 option
The Magic won’t exercise their fourth-year option on Jett Howard‘s rookie scale contract for the 2026/27 season, reports Jason Beede of The Orlando Sentinel (Twitter link).
Paolo Banchero News / Hardwood Heroics / October 29
'He Reminds Me of Josh Smith' – Orlando Magic’s Paolo Banchero Draws 'Red Flag' Concern From Analyst
The Orlando Magic entered the 2025-26 NBA season with high expectations, but they recently dropped to 1-3 following a disappointing 136-124 road loss against the undefeated Philadelphia 76ers. Paolo Banchero had a team-high 32 points in the losing effort yesterday.
Orlando Magic News / The SportsRush / October 29
Michael Cooper Breaks Silence on Magic Johnson’s Hand in Paul Westhead’s Firing
The Showtime Lakers were rolling through the early ‘80s with fast breaks, flash, and plenty of wins. But at one point, they started to sour under coach Paul Westhead.
Paolo Banchero News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 28
Paolo Banchero hit with brutal Josh Smith comparison amid Magic’s slow start
On Monday evening, the Orlando Magic dropped to 1-3 on the 2025 NBA season with a disappointing road loss against the Philadelphia 76ers. The loss was another puzzlingly bad defensive performance from a Magic team that was supposed to be among the league’s elites in that department this year.
NBA News / Hoops Rumors / October 27
Pacers waiving James Wiseman, signing slam-dunk winner Mac McClung to multiyear deal
The Pacers are signing free agent guard Mac McClung to a multiyear contract, agent Greg Lawrence tells Shams Charania of ESPN. McClung’s multiyear deal will be non-guaranteed, sources tell Charania.
Jalen Suggs News / Hoops Rumors / October 22
Jalen Suggs available for Magic’s opener
Magic point guard Jalen Suggs will be available when the team’s regular season tips off vs. Miami on Wednesday evening, head coach Jamahl Mosley confirmed today, per Jason Beede of The Orlando Sentinel (Twitter link).
Colin Cowherd News / Yardbarker / October 21
Analyst predicts surprising Eastern Conference team to reach NBA Finals
Tuesday marks the start of the 2025-26 NBA season, leading several analysts and talk show hosts to give their bold predictions for the upcoming season.
NBA News / Yardbarker / October 15
Five NBA players who could make the leap to All-Star level in 2025-26
Last season's NBA All-Star Game was won by a veteran-heavy team featuring Steph Curry, Kevin Durant and other long-time veterans, but there's a passel of promising young players — and a few less-young players — ready to join them.
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