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Desmond Bane keeping Magic afloat in latest NBA power rankings

The Orlando Magic might not be playing at the standard in which they hope to have as of late, but they have managed to pull out some close, necessary victories.

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Magic need to overcome the inevitable Stephen Curry

Never too high, never too low. Don't let emotions take over. Control what you control. Coach speak becomes commonly used phrases in the sports world for a reason; for every kernel of corny, there's a nugget of truth.

Noah Penda News / Orlando Magic on SI / December 22

Magic rookie Noah Penda has been a 'pro's pro,' says star

Orlando Magic rookie Noah Penda is beginning to show why the team selected him in the second round of the 2025 NBA Draft. In the team's latest game against the Utah Jazz, he Frenchman surged in from the weakside to make a miraculous block on Svi Mykhailiuk's layup attempt with 3:59 left in regulation.

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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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Paolo Banchero News / Orlando Magic on SI / December 22

People need to relax on Magic star Paolo Banchero

Orlando Magic forward Paolo Banchero is slowly getting acclimated to the court after an early season injury. The groin strain Banchero picked up on his 23rd birthday was an unlikely setback, but he is working to get past it.

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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.

NBA News / Field Level Media / December 21

Struggling Magic, Warriors try to build on recent victories

Each having stalled a recent slump with a nail-biting victory in its last game, the Orlando Magic and Golden State Warriors seek a winning streak at the other's expense when they meet Monday night in San Francisco.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / December 21

Magic rookie making everyone notice him

The impact of Noah Penda could not be denied late Saturday night in Utah, with the Magic rookie producing in the box score and making winning plays on both ends of the floor for his Orlando team.

Franz Wagner News / Orlando Magic on SI / December 21

Why Magic miss Franz Wagner on the court

Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner is recovering from his high ankle sprain so that he can return as soon as possible for the team. The Magic certainly missed Wagner's presence on the court as the team has gone 2-2 since he suffered an injury against the New York Knicks earlier this month.

Paolo Banchero News / Orlando Magic on SI / December 21

Paolo Banchero still struggling in key aspect

Paolo Banchero is a star, but he is far from a finished product, especially as an offensive player. So far this season Banchero is averaging 20.9/8.4/4.4 this season while shooting 43.9% from the field.

Desmond Bane News / Orlando Magic on SI / December 21

Desmond Bane proving to be worth massive price Orlando Magic paid to land him

The Orlando Magic’s acquisition of Desmond Bane was polarizing. Some felt a package that included so much draft capital was too much. Following Bane’s slow start over the first 10 or so games in a Magic uniform, those people thumped their chest.

Desmond Bane News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 21

Magic’ Desmon Bane calls game with monster shot vs. Jazz

Orlando Magic guard Desmond Bane rose to the moment with late-game heroics Saturday night, hitting a game-winning layup with 0.9 seconds left to defeat the Utah Jazz 128-127 in overtime at the Delta Center.

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NBA News / Field Level Media / December 21

Jazz rally from 19 down to force OT, but Magic prevail

Desmond Bane drove for a go-ahead layup with 0.9 seconds left to lift the Orlando Magic to a 128-127 overtime victory over the host Utah Jazz on Saturday night.

Lauri Markkanen News / Orlando Magic on SI / December 20

How Paolo's Magic can turn down volume of Markkanen's Jazz tonight

.The 15-12 Orlando Magic continue their road trip with a visit to Utah to play the 10-16 Jazz. Utah has won two of their last four games, finding a way

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / December 20

Franz Wagner, Jalen Suggs injuries could trigger Magic to push panic button

The Orlando Magic are dealing with the injury bug once again after Franz Wagner and Jalen Suggs have gone down with a high ankle sprain and a hip contusion, respectively.

Paolo Banchero News / Orlando Magic on SI / December 20

Paolo Banchero can fix Magic's biggest issue

The Orlando Magic have been dealt a difficult but familiar hand so far this season. Last year, both Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner were dealing with injuries, and that has persisted in the 2025-26 campaign.

NBA News / Field Level Media / December 17

Thriving despite key injuries, Magic and Nuggets face off

The Orlando Magic have dealt with significant injuries, yet still sit tied for fourth place in the Eastern Conference. They will have to continue without key players when they open a tough four-game road trip against the Denver Nuggets on Thursday night.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / December 17

NBA Notes: Sixers, Kelly Oubre Jr, Magic, Tyus Jones, Thunder

Philadelphia is operating about $1 million below the first apron, and the question is whether depth matters more than savings. ESPN’s Bobby Marks points to Kelly Oubre Jr.

Orlando Magic News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 16

Magic guard Jalen Suggs’ defiant outlook after latest injury setback

As the Orlando Magic prepare to begin a four-game road trip, guard Jalen Suggs struck a composed and resolute tone while addressing his latest injury setback.

Orlando Magic News / EssentiallySports / December 15

Jalen Suggs Injury Update: Latest on Magic Star’s Status and Return Timeline

The Orlando Magic cannot seem to catch a break from injuries at the moment. The storied franchise, which is off to a solid 15-11 start this season, has already lost its star forward, Franz Wagner, because of an ankle sprain for several weeks.

Orlando Magic News / Sneakers on SI / December 15

Adidas Signs Franz and Moritz Wagner to Sneaker Deals

Orlando Magic teammates and brothers, Franz Wagner and Moritz Wagner, have officially new sneaker deals with adidas. While Moritz has not yet played a game this season, Franz has worn adidas throughout the season.

Orlando Magic News / Hoops Rumors / December 14

Jalen Suggs Leaves NBA Cup Game With Hip Injury

Magic guard Jalen Suggs engaged in a scoring battle with Knicks star Jalen Brunson during the first half of Saturday’s NBA Cup semifinals matchup, but pain forced him out of the game after he hurt his hip in the third quarter, writes Tim Bontemps of ESPN.

Paolo Banchero News / Hoops Rumors / December 5