Orlando Magic: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Momentum top of mind as Magic welcome Mavericks

Paolo Banchero is plotting a playoff push with the Orlando Magic, currently sitting seventh in the Eastern Conference standings and angling to avoid an invitation to the play-in portion of the postseason.

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The 'NBA playoff PPG leaders' quiz

How many of the players in NBA history to average at least 25.0 points-per-game in the postseason (with at least 10-career playoff games) can you name in five minutes?

Houston Rockets News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'NBA 30-point game leaders' quiz

How many of the players with at least 200-career 30-point games in NBA history can you name in six minutes?

The 'Most 40-point NBA games' quiz

The 'NBA rookie 3-point leaders' quiz

The 'NBA all-time scoring leaders' quiz

Udonis Haslem News / Orlando Magic on SI / March 4

The Magic found their Udonis Haslem

Direct communication calling out flaws on their head is how to break losing habits. The loudest leaders will keep you in check while showing you the way.

NBA News / Yardbarker

Every NBA franchise's most infamous villain

Heroes run the NBA, but every story also needs a villain. For some franchises, it's a particularly hated opponent, but every now and then, it's one of their own.

Desmond Bane News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 3

Magic’s Desmond Bane gives unheralded contributor his flowers after beating Wizards

The Orlando Magic have endured a plethora of injury problems all season long, with Franz Wagner missing so much time due to an ankle injury and Jalen Suggs shuttling in and out of the lineup with nagging injuries.

NBA News / Total Apex Sports / March 4

Orlando Magic Blow Out Washington Wizards in 126-109 Final to Snap Two-Game Skid

After dropping their previous two games, the Orlando Magic were able to get back on track as they used a stellar second-half offensive performance to ride to an easy win over the Washington Wizards on Tuesday night.

Paolo Banchero News / Field Level Media / March 3

Paolo Banchero leads Magic in victory over Wizards

Paolo Banchero scored 37 points as the Orlando Magic defeated the visiting Washington Wizards 126-109 on Tuesday. Banchero hit a sizzling 15 of 21 from the floor and also dished six assists as Orlando snapped a two-game home skid.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / March 3

Magic Trending Upwards, But They Have Work to Do

The Orlando Magic are struggling after losing their last two games to the Houston Rockets and Detroit Pistons, but that shouldn't take away from the team's 3-1 road trip to start the second half of the season.

NBA News / Yardbarker

20 NBA players who changed how the game is played

Basketball has changed so, so much since it was first played in the late 1800s. The NBA has a lot to do with this, and there are even a handful of players who can be credited with influencing significant shifts on their own.

Orlando Magic News / The SportsRush / March 3

Anti-Drug Campaign Reminds Magic Johnson of His Admiration for Muhammad Ali

Even the greatest athletes of all time share a lot with the common fan, and just like us, they put their favorite athletes on a pedestal, too. Kobe Bryant’s admiration for Michael Jordan is an example that stands out, but there are countless others.

Orlando Magic News / HITC / March 3

Magic Johnson sends message to Michael Jordan after historic NASCAR start

Magic Johnson has congratulated Michael Jordan after 23XI Racing made NASCAR history to begin the 2026 season. Jordan’s team opened the NASCAR Cup Series campaign with three consecutive victories, marking a landmark achievement in the modern era.

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The 'Most passing + rushing TD games' quiz

The 'NBA 30-point game leaders' quiz

The 'College basketball mythical mascots' quiz

NBA News / Orlando Magic on SI / March 3

Paolo's Magic must wipe floor with the Wizards before things get messy

The 31-28 Orlando Magic host the 16-44 Washington Wizards tonight. Coming off a loss to Houston puts the Wizards on a 5-game losing streak. Washington is vulnerable before Trae Young arrives, with their new star expected to make his debut two days from now.

Orlando Magic News / HITC / March 3

Paolo Banchero and Jamahl Mosley start publicly feuding over Orlando Magic’s struggles

Tension surrounding the Orlando Magic’s recent slide has spilled into the public spotlight. Paolo Banchero and head coach Jamahl Mosley delivered contrasting explanations after a 106-92 loss to the Detroit Pistons.

NBA News / Field Level Media / March 3

Magic focus on ball retention ahead of matchup with Wizards

The Orlando Magic will try to find a way to turn first-half promise into second-half performance when they host the Washington Wizards on Tuesday. Orlando turned a position of strength into a 106-92 loss to the visiting Detroit Pistons on Sunday.

NBA News / Scoop B / March 3

Draymond Green: The Golden State Warriors Star on Winning Habits, Coaching Aspirations, Dennis Rodman & the Greatness of Magic Johnson

The Golden State Warriors dynasty has always been a delicate balance of offensive gravity and defensive grit. While Stephen Curry provides the shooting gravity that stretches defenses to their breaking point, Draymond Green has long served as the emotional and defensive heartbeat of the franchise.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / March 2

Magic Johnson Sends Message to Michael Jordan After Historic NASCAR Win

Former NBA star Michael Jordan hasn't played in the league since 2003, but he hasn't forgotten what it means to win. Although he hasn't been part of the action for decades, Jordan remains competitive.

Jalen Suggs News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 1

Magic’s Jalen Suggs finally comes to his senses by going with new bald look

To go fully bald or not to: this is the question every man grapples with at least once in his life. No man ever has any control over their genetics, except for, perhaps, the one percent within the one percent who are uber rich and are into genetic modification.

NBA News / Yardbarker / February 28

Rockets' Kevin Durant climbs all-time list with another 30-point game

The Houston Rockets dropped a tough 115-105 decision to the Miami Heat on Saturday, snapping what had been a modest three-game winning streak.

Durant reaches scoring milestone for first time with Rockets

Luka Doncic has happy birthday as Lakers crush Warriors

Former Lakers player thinks LeBron James should leave the team

Pelicans close first half strong to beat Jazz for fourth straight win

76ers center Joel Embiid out at least three games

Orlando Magic News / Hoops Rumors / February 26

NBA Fines Magic’s Desmond Bane $25K

The NBA has fined Magic guard Desmond Bane $25K for “throwing the game ball with force into the spectator stands,” the league announced in a press release (Twitter link).

Orlando Magic News / EssentiallySports / February 26

Orlando Magic’s Jalen Suggs Opens Up on Injuries, Paolo Banchero’s Season & Franz Wagner’s Mindset (Exclusive)

The actions revealed Jalen Suggs’ determination to play soon. Shortly after the Orlando Magic ruled him out for a third consecutive game because of his back, Suggs worked with the Magic’s coaching and training staff on the court to further his recovery.

NBA News / Yardbarker / February 25

Magic's fortunate bounce exposes cracks within Lakers

The Los Angeles Lakers were seconds away from holding off an Orlando Magic comeback Tuesday night. Then a loose ball bounced into Wendell Carter's hands and the Lakers' internal drama ramped up again.

LeBron James addresses Luka Doncic’s decision after missing game-winner

Was Colin Cowherd justified in criticizing Lakers' Luka Doncic?

LeBron James ownership whispers resurface with Vegas expansion chatter

Legendary former Virginia HC has found a role with Lakers

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