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Who goes back to Magic bench upon return of these 2 players?

After trailing by as many as 17 points, the Orlando Magic earned an emphatic 127-126 win at home against Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets. It came on the heels of a pretty lifeless 15-point loss the night before to the Charlotte Hornets, but they bounced back as well as anyone could've asked.

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Magic guard shares the defensive trick against Jamal - Jokic handoff action

Anthony Black didn't just pop off for a career-high 38 points and 7 three-pointers against Denver; he picked up an opposing star on defense while doing it.

Jamahl Mosley News / Orlando Magic on SI / December 28

Jamahl Mosley, Magic need to make adjustments as injuries pile up

The Orlando Magic are dealing with injuries to several key players in the rotation, which is forcing head coach Jamahl Mosley to pivot. It's nothing new for the fifth-year head coach who has had to deal with numerous injuries in the past.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / December 28

Desmond Bane, Anthony Black reflect on wild Magic comeback

The Orlando Magic are recovering after giving it their all in a 127-126 victory over the Denver Nuggets inside the Kia Center. The Magic trailed by 14 points at halftime, but they were still able to come out on top with a win to send their fans home happy.

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The 'NBA Christmas Day 40-point games' quiz

In NBA history, a player has scored 40 or more points on Christmas Day on 30 occasions. How many of those can you name in five minutes?

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Orlando Magic News / NBA Analysis Network / December 28

Orlando Magic player enters conversation for two NBA awards after huge game vs Nuggets

The Orlando Magic bounced back from their defeat to the Charlotte Hornets by beating the Denver Nuggets on Saturday night. The Magic had lost five of their last eight games before facing the Nuggets, so they needed a big performance to turn things around.

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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.

Nikola Jokic News / Orlando Magic on SI / December 28

One big reason why Magic beat Nikola Jokic, Nuggets

The Orlando Magic are victorious after beating the Denver Nuggets 127-126 inside the Kia Center. There are many reasons behind why the Magic came out on top, but the biggest one may have been overlooked.

NBA News / Ball Exclusives / December 28

Magic stun Nuggets in thrilling 127-126 upset at home

In a nail-biting showdown on Saturday night, the Orlando Magic pulled off a stunning 127-126 victory over the visiting Denver Nuggets. The Nuggets jumped out all over the Magic from the opening tip, looking like the superior team that they are.

Anthony Black News / Orlando Magic on SI / December 28

Why Anthony Black has emerged for the Magic

Some may have been surprised by Orlando Magic guard Anthony Black's 38-point performance in the win against the Denver Nuggets, but this is a result of a lot of hard work in the three years he has been in the league.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / December 27

Da Silva among the stars in rousing Magic win against title contender

The Orlando Magic rebounded in emphatic fashion on the second night of a back-to-back inside Kia Center, earning a 127-126 win over the Denver Nuggets.

NBA News / Scoop B / December 27

Length and Logic: Why the Jonathan Isaac & Brandon Ingram Comparisons from 2017 Still Hold Weight in 2025

When Jonathan Isaac sat down with me for Scoop B Radio in September 2017, he was a fresh-faced rookie for the Orlando Magic, still finding his footing in the league.

NBA News / Scoop B / December 28

The Ultimate Magic Debate: Why Darrell Armstrong’s 2017 Choice of Penny Over T-Mac Still Sparks Fire in 2025

When I sat down with Darrell Armstrong for Scoop B Radio in September 2017, I asked him the million-dollar question for any Orlando Magic fan: If you’re starting a team from scratch, who do you pick—Anfernee “Penny” Hardaway or Tracy McGrady?

Orlando Magic News / Field Level Media / December 27

Desmond Bane converts 2 FT's in waning seconds as Magic nip Nuggets

Anthony Black scored a career-high 38 points, Desmond Bane tallied 24, including two free throws with 6.9 seconds left, and the host Orlando Magic beat the Denver Nuggets 127-126 on Saturday night.