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Orlando Magic News / Hoops Rumors / July 6
Magic Finalize Coaching Staff For 2026/27
The Magic have finalized their coaching staff for the upcoming season, the team announced in a press release. There will be a total of nine assistant coaches — Joe Prunty, Greg Buckner, Popeye Jones, Tom Bialaszewski, Riley Crean, Jon Harris, Ben Johnson, Jacqlyn Poss and Mfon Udofia — under new head coach Sean Sweeney.
Nikola Vucevic News / Orlando Magic on SI / July 6
The Orlando Magic Welcome Nikola Vucevic Home
More than five years after the Orlando Magic traded franchise cornerstone Nikola Vucevic in a deal that helped reshape the organization's future, the two-time All-Star is back where it all started.
Izaiyah Nelson News / Hoops Rumors / July 1
Magic Sign Izaiyah Nelson To Two-Way Deal
The Magic have signed Izaiyah Nelson to a two-way contract, the team announced (via Twitter). The 6’10” center out of the University of South Florida was drafted last week with the 51st overall pick, which the Magic traded to acquire on draft night.
The 'NBA Playoff-3's leaders' quiz
How many of the NBA players with the most three-pointers made in the postseason can you name in five minutes?
Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / July 1
How The Magic Stack Up After Giannis, Kawhi, Jaylen and Other NBA Moves
Jaylen Brown is off to Phili. Paul George is heading to Boston. Nikola Vucevic is back in Orlando. And that's just since 3 o'clock, eastern time. Kawhi Leonard is going back to Toronto; Giannis Antetokounmpo is taking his talents to Miami; LaMelo Ball is on his way to Minnesota.
The 25 most impactful international NBA draft picks of all-time
The NBA is truly a global league. As such, there have been historical impacts left on the game by players of all walks of life. Some of the game's all-time
Colin Castleton News / Hoops Rumors / July 1
Magic Re-Sign Colin Castleton To Two-Way Contract
Free agent center Colin Castleton is back under contract with the Magic on a new two-way deal, according to the official transaction log at NBA.com. Castleton, 26, signed a non-guaranteed Exhibit 10 contract for training camp last August, then had that deal converted to a two-way contract by Orlando at the end of the preseason.
Nikola Vucevic News / Field Level Media / July 1
Magic bring back Nikola Vucevic for second tour with franchise
Veteran big man Nikola Vucevic signed with the Orlando Magic on Wednesday for his second stint with the franchise. The Magic did not disclose contract terms, but Vucevic agreed to a one-year, $3.9 million deal, according to an ESPN report.
Jonathan Isaac News / Hoops Rumors / July 1
Magic To Re-Sign Jonathan Isaac
Jonathan Isaac will return to the Magic on a one-year deal, a league source tells Jason Beede of The Orlando Sentinel (Twitter link). The 28-year-old forward/center had an $8MM guarantee on his $14.5MM salary for 2026/27 when he was waived on Saturday.
Every NBA team's best-ever second-round draft pick
In the NBA Draft, the first round is where teams look for players who could be stars or at least contribute right away. Then there's the second round, where the stakes are low and not much is expected.
Jevon Carter News / Hoops Rumors / July 1
Jevon Carter To Re-Sign With Magic
Free agent guard Jevon Carter will re-sign with the Magic on a one-year, veteran’s minimum deal, sources tell ESPN’s Shams Charania (Twitter link). The eight-year veteran took advantage of an opportunity in Orlando after Chicago waived him in early February.
NBA News / Hoops Rumors / July 1
Moritz Wagner, Nets Agree To Two-Year Deal
Free agent big man Moritz Wagner is making the move from Orlando to Brooklyn, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype, who reports (via Twitter) that Wagner and the Nets have agreed to a two-year, $19MM contract.
Nikola Vucevic News / Yardbarker / July 1
Magic reunite with Nikola Vucevic after years apart
Vucevic was traded away from the franchise during the 2020-21 season and has spent the past five seasons with the Chicago Bulls and Boston Celtics.
Jonathan Isaac News / Orlando Magic on SI / July 1
The Latest on Jonathan Isaac's Free Agency With Magic
The Orlando Magic are putting the finishing touches on their roster before the beginning of the 2026-27 campaign. One of the players that faces an uncertain future is Jonathan Isaac, who was waived by the team earlier in the week.
Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / June 30
The Orlando Magic can't sit out 2026 free agency
Sean Sweeney is a rising coaching star and his introductory press conference was a hit, so I hope the Orlando Magic front office doesn’t hang him out to dry as July arrives and the NBA opens for business.
Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / June 29
Veteran big man likely on way out of Orlando as free agency nears
We are nearly 24 hours away from the start of free agency. With the Orlando Magic hard-strapped for cap space, one of the biggest questions entering the offseason was whether or not they would try to create additional cap flexibility.
Jamal Cain News / Hoops Rumors / June 29
Magic Exercise Jamal Cain’s Team Option
The Magic exercised their team option on forward Jamal Cain ahead of Monday’s decision deadline, according to Jason Beede of The Orlando Sentinel (Twitter link).
NBA News / Yardbarker / June 30
Grizzlies complete roster teardown with Ja Morant deal
The young Memphis Grizzlies looked like an emerging powerhouse when they finished second in the Western Conference in 2022 and 2023. Three seasons later, the core of that team has all been traded away.
Jonathan Isaac News / HITC / June 28
The financial reason why the Orlando Magic have waived lottery pick Jonathan Isaac
The Orlando Magic have decided to part ways with Jonathan Isaac ahead of the 2026-27 NBA season. Despite being the sixth overall pick in the 2017 NBA Draft, Jonathan Isaac never reached the potential that the Orlando Magic had hoped for him to reach.
Jonathan Isaac News / Larry Brown Sports / June 27
Magic release former top 10 draft pick
The Orlando Magic are moving on from a former top 10 draft pick. The Magic released forward Jonathan Isaac, according to multiple reports. The move will save Orlando $6.5 million against the salary cap, with only $8 million of his $14 million salary for next year guaranteed.
Orlando Magic News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 27
Magic 2026 NBA Draft grades for every pick
The Orlando Magic entered the 2026 NBA Draft without the glitz and glamour of lottery selections or blockbuster trade rumors. They also didn’t need either.
Anthony Black News / Hoops Wire / June 21
NBA Rumors: Magic, Anthony Black, Nuggets, Jazz
The Magic have a good problem. They also may eventually have an expensive one. According to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype, rival teams are keeping an eye on Orlando’s long-term plans as Paolo Banchero‘s max extension gets ready to kick in.
Magic Johnson News / Total Pro Sports / June 20
Magic Johnson Reveals the One Decision That Cost Him More Than $1 Billion
Magic Johnson is now a well-known figure in the basketball realm. His analysis of the top stars holds significant value. After playing 13 seasons in the NBA with the Los Angeles Lakers, Johnson has established himself as a legend.
Orlando Magic News / Fadeaway World / June 13
3 Blockbuster Trade Ideas For The Orlando Magic To Acquire An All-Star Point Guard
The Magic already made one major move by trading four first-round picks for Desmond Bane. It still wasn’t enough. They finished 45-37, entered the playoffs as the No.
NBA News / Yardbarker / May 29
Spurs' playoff run propels Sean Sweeney to head-coaching opportunity with Magic
On the heels of a big win in Game 6 and in front of Game 7 of the Western Conference Finals, the San Antonio Spurs learned news that will impact the future of their franchise no matter what happens on Saturday night.
Jamahl Mosley News / Yardbarker / May 26
Pelicans already have glaring question with new HC Jamahl Mosley
The New Orleans Pelicans are already facing a big question under recently hired head coach Jamahl Mosley. On Tuesday, the former Orlando Magic coach was introduced in New Orleans, where he quickly shared his vision for the Pelicans, raising eyebrows in the process.
Orlando Magic News / Yardbarker / May 4
Magic may be spinning wheels with firing of Jamahl Mosley
The Orlando Magic made Mosley the fall guy for their latest postseason failure.
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