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Magic provide update after Jalen Suggs' early exit vs. Bulls

Just over 48 hours after making his return versus the Indiana Pacers, Orlando Magic guard Jalen Suggs is dealing with another lower-body injury. Suggs left the game in the third quarter with what the team described as a right knee strain and did not return.

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Bulls, even without Giddey, overcome Banchero's big night

The Orlando Magic did not get off to a good start to begin the New Year, as the Chicago Bulls handed them a 121-114 loss. The seven-point loss capped a 1-2 three-game road trip for the Magic, who dropped to 19-16.

Franz Wagner News / Orlando Magic on SI / January 2

Magic TV analyst reveals potential timeline for Wagner brothers

The return is near for the Wagner brothers. Recovering from a season-ending ACL injury in December of 2024 that limited him to just 30 games, Magic big man Moe Wagner has missed the entire season up to this point.

NBA News / Yardbarker / January 2

Bulls' Matas Buzelis posterizes Magic's Jalen Suggs with potential dunk of the year

Buzelis delivered a thunderous dunk that is going to make Jalen Suggs question his choices.

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Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / January 2

Five most interesting Magic storylines in 2026

Anthony Black has become one of Orlando's most reliable players overnight. Not only is AB an energetic defender and connective playmaker, but he's grown into a confident scorer, driver, and jammer off the dribble.

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The 25 greatest rivalries in NBA history

Part of what makes the NBA, or any pro sports league, so compelling to watch is the narratives, especially those centered on rivalries. Throughout the decades, the NBA has fostered a number of rivalries, some long-lasting and others short but sweet.

Paolo Banchero News / Orlando Magic on SI / January 2

Banchero must keep finding his bounce against banged-up Bulls

The 19-15 Orlando Magic visit the 16-17 Chicago Bulls tonight as Paolo Banchero begins to look like himself again. Chicago has lost 2 of 3 games after a 5-game winning streak.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / January 2

Why this Magic star needs to be more efficient

With expectations comes pressure. And there was a lot of heightened expectation for the Orlando Magic coming off a disappointing -- albeit injured -- 2024-25 season.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / January 2

Why January is a prime opportunity for Magic to climb in standings

Coming off a brutal collapse to the Toronto Raptors, the Orlando Magic ended 2025 on a high note with a two-point win over the Indiana Pacers on New Year's Eve.

NBA News / Field Level Media / January 1

Depleted Bulls look to build win streak vs. Magic

Aiming to secure a winning record in a three-game road trip that concludes with Friday's visit to the Chicago Bulls, the Orlando Magic will look to build upon a clutch performance that boosted them Wednesday.

Paolo Banchero News / Total Apex Sports / January 1

Orlando Magic Cast a Spell On Indiana Pacers: Paolo Banchero’s Late Heroics Seal the Deal In Indy

If you turned off your TV during the third quarter of the Magic-Pacers game on Wednesday, I don’t blame you. But I also feel sorry for you. Because what looked like another dreary night for a Pacers squad stuck in the mud turned into the kind of chaotic, heart-pounding finish that makes the NBA the best reality show on earth.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / January 1

The most important Magic player heading into 2026

With 2026 right around the corner, the On SI team asked and answered one simple question for Orlando's season entering the new year... Paolo Banchero is the most important player for the Magic in 2026.

Paolo Banchero News / Field Level Media / December 31

Paolo Banchero clutch for Magic as Pacers' skid hits 10 straight

Paolo Banchero scored a go-ahead layup with 7.5 seconds left on Wednesday afternoon, helping the visiting Orlando Magic earn a 112-110 victory over the Indiana Pacers in Indianapolis.

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NBA News / Hoops Rumors / December 31

Magic’s Suggs, Pacers’ Sheppard Return On Wednesday

Following a seven-game absence due to a left hip contusion, Magic guard Jalen Suggs will return to action on Wednesday against Indiana, the team announced (via Twitter).

Pascal Siakam News / Orlando Magic on SI / December 31

Slowing down Siakam key to Paolo's Magic ending 2025 with a bang

The East's 6-seed Orlando Magic are visiting the 15-seed Indiana Pacers for a New Year's Eve matinee tip off to end 2025. Orlando has limped to an 18-15 record while Indiana has scuttled to 6-27; neither team is thrilled by their season so far by any means, but at least teams both have a direction: up and down.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / December 31

With Franz out, Orlando Magic unlikely to land All-Star rep in '26

The Orlando Magic have a great chance to reach the All-Star break with the Southeast Division lead they’ve enjoyed most of the season still in their back pocket.

Desmond Bane News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 29

Magic’s Desmond Bane nails ‘magical’ behind-the-backboard shot vs. Raptors

Desmond Bane pulled off a magical highlight during the Orlando Magic’s matchup against the Toronto Raptors on Monday night. Bane is going through the sixth season of his NBA career, his first with the Magic.

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.

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.

Jase Richardson News / NBA Draft on SI / December 27

Rookie Guard Jase Richardson Gives Orlando Solid Minutes Off the Bench

The Orlando Magic have had an up-and-down start to the 2025-26 NBA campaign. While the group currently holds the No. 6 seed in the Eastern Conference, Orlando sits at 17-14 on the season.