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On YouTubeOrlando Magic News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 23
Magic’s Paolo Banchero, Jamahl Mosley rave about Desmond Bane’s impact
The Orlando Magic opened their 2025-26 season with a statement win on Tuesday night, defeating the Miami Heat 125-121 at the Kia Center. The debut of veteran guard Desmond Bane stole much of the spotlight, earning immediate praise from star forward Paolo Banchero and head coach Jamahl Mosley following his first game in a Magic uniform.
The 'Most 2,000-point NBA seasons' quiz
How many of the NBA players with multiple 2,000-point season since the NBA/ABA merger in 1976-77 can you name in six minutes?
The 25 greatest nicknames in NBA history
Hakeem The Dream, Clyde The Glide, Magic: The NBA has produced some incredible nicknames over the decades. Some, like Magic and Penny, have even come to largely replace the player's actual name.
Wendell Carter Jr. News / Orlando Magic on SI / October 23
Magic center Wendell Carter Jr. gets dirty work done vs. Heat
Orlando Magic center Wendell Carter Jr. is thrilled after his team pulled out a 125-121 victory against the Miami Heat in the season opener at the Kia Center.
NBA News / Orlando Magic on SI / October 23
Magic had surprising issue in opener vs. Heat
The Orlando Magic are a defensive-minded team, but it didn't look that way in all 48 minutes of their season-opening win against the Miami Heat. After surrendering 39 points in the first quarter, the Magic settled down a bit, allowing just 26 apiece in the second and third, but had some key defensive stops down the stretch to win in the fourth.
NBA News / Orlando Magic on SI / October 23
5 Magic grades after win vs. Heat
The Orlando Magic won a thriller against the Miami Heat that forced the team to lock in all the way down to the wire. The responded by doing just that, closing out the game with a strong 4th quarter run to take the lead away from the Heat and they never looked back once they pulled ahead.
NBA News / Orlando Magic on SI / October 23
Magic beat Heat behind boost from unlikely source
The Orlando Magic gutted out a gritty win against the Miami Heat in their season opener, winning 125-121. With lofty goals this season, the last thing this team wanted to do was to start on the wrong foot.
Desmond Bane News / EasySportz / October 23
Desmond Bane’s Debut Powers Magic Past Heat on Opening Night
New arrival delivers 23 points and late-game poise as Orlando holds off Miami to open the season strong The Orlando Magic opened their season with a statement win.
Orlando Magic News / Sports Club Florida / October 23
Magic Make a Statement: Orlando Outlasts Miami in a Sunshine State Showdown
The Magic edged out the Heat 125–121 in a wild season opener that featured multiple lead changes, clutch baskets, and a statement of intent from Orlando.
Tracy McGrady: On Jay-Z Love, the Lost Magic Dynasty, and Why LeBron Is Unmatched
NBA Hall of Famer Tracy McGrady opens up about his journey, from being celebrated by his favorite rapper, Jay-Z, to the “what-ifs” that defined his career, including a potential Orlando Magic dynasty with Tim Duncan and Grant Hill.
NBA News / Field Level Media / October 22
Magic ride last-minute heroics to opening win over Heat
Desmond Bane scored 23 points in his Orlando debut and Wendell Carter Jr. had a clutch rebound and sank two clinching free throws to lift the Magic past visiting the Miami Heat 125-121 on Wednesday in the season opener for both teams.
NBA News / Orlando Magic on SI / October 22
3 takeaways from Magic's hard-fought opener vs. Heat
The Orlando Magic persevered in hard-fought battle against the Miami Heat to open the 2025-26 season on Wednesday, earning a 125-121 win. The Magic got a pair of 24-point performances from Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner with 23 points in Desmond Bane's (regular season) Magic debut.
Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / October 22
Magic reveal big starting lineup update vs. Heat
The Orlando Magic are getting ready for their matchup against the Miami Heat to start the 2025-26 season. The Magic tinkered with starting lineups throughout the preseason, partially due to the fact that Jalen Suggs was out for all four of Orlando's exhibition matchups as he was recovering from a knee injury he suffered last season.
Jamahl Mosley News / Orlando Magic on SI / October 22
Jamahl Mosley with high praise for Miami Heat coach
The Miami Heat are a common foe on opening night for the Orlando Magic, however, the relationship that the two coaches have shared has been one that Jamahl Mosley has held in high regard. When asked about Coach Spoelstra being named Team USA Head Coach, Mosley said “He’s earned it, he’s deserved it.
Orlando Magic News / Scoop B / October 22
From Harlem to the Magic: God Shammgod’s Legendary Career—Connecting Kobe, Luka Dončić, and NYC’s Hip-Hop Elite
For Orlando Magic assistant coach God Shammgod, the journey through basketball has transcended the typical narrative of an NBA career. Drafted by the Washington Wizards (then the Bullets) in 1997, Shammgod’s time in the league was brief, derailed by injury.
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).
Orlando Magic News / Last Word On Sports / October 22
State of the East Set Magic Up for Breakthrough Season
The present state of the Eastern Conference can be summed up in brief: Two significant superstars will miss the season for their teams, opening the door for other contenders to take advantage.
Orlando Magic News / Fadeaway World / October 22
Michael Jordan: 'I Wish I Could Take A Magic Pill, Put On Shorts, And Go Out And Play The Game Of Basketball'
Chicago Bulls legend Michael Jordan retired from the NBA after the 2002-03 season, marking the end of one of the greatest careers in sports. Over 20 years since his retirement, Jordan remains driven by the competitive spirit that made him one of the greatest to ever play the game.
Orlando Magic News / FirstSportz / October 22
Michael Jordan Wished ‘Magic Pill’ Was Available to Help Him Return To NBA
It has been 22 years since Michael Jordan left the NBA for the third and final time. After that, the six-time league champion would return to an NBA court as the owner of the Charlotte Hornets.
Orlando Magic News / Ball Exclusives / October 22
Michael Jordan: 'I wish I could take a magic pill'
Michael Jordan is back! It’s official. Fans got a small glimpse into Jordan’s new show with NBC titled “MJ: Insights to Excellence.” During his sit-down with NBC’s Mike Tirico, Jordan explained why he’s doing this partnership with NBC.
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.
Orlando Magic News / Athlon Sports / October 20
Mock Trade Has Magic Reuniting With Former Center in Bulls Deal Featuring Ex-Lottery Pick
The Orlando Magic will enter the 2025-26 NBA season with high expectations as they are expected to be one of the top teams in the Eastern Conference. Of course, Orlando finished seventh in the East last season after their star duo of Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner missed extended periods due to injuries, along with Jalen Suggs.
Mac McClung News / Larry Brown Sports / October 18
Slam Dunk champion Mac McClung gets waived by Bulls
As the 2025-26 season tips off, watch for McClung’s dunks to light up the G League.
NBA News / Yardbarker / October 17
Bulls could have their first dunk contest champ since Michael Jordan
Since Michael Jordan took flight at Chicago Stadium in 1988, the Chicago Bulls haven't had a Slam Dunk Contest winner. That all might change thanks to their newest signing.
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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