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NBA News / Orlando Magic on SI / October 21
Why To Watch the Orlando Magic's Opener Against the Atlanta Hawks
The Orlando Magic kick off their 2026-27 regular season against an Eastern Conference foe: the Atlanta Hawks. The Magic host the Hawks on Oct. 21. In general, the start of the Magic's season will be interesting.
Anthony Black News / Orlando Magic on SI / October 20
Anthony Black not phased after extension talks dissolve
There were seven players who signed rookie scale extensions ahead of Monday's 6 p.m. EST deadline, including San Antonio Spurs superstar Victor Wembanyama, Charlotte Hornets forward Brandon Miller and the two Thompson twins, Amen (Rockets) and Ausar (Pistons).
Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / October 20
Sean Sweeney has high praise for Magic's rookie
Orlando Magic rookie Izaiyah Nelson was not fortunate enough to suit up in preseason. Heck, he only had 36 minutes court time during Summer League before to an unfortunate ankle injury.
The 'Most NBA games played' quiz
How many of the career leaders for games played in the NBA can you name in five minutes?
Orlando Magic News / Hoops Wire / October 20
NBA Notes: Magic, Anthony Black, Blazers, Scoot Henderson, Mavericks
Anthony Black will enter the season without an extension, leaving the Magic with a contract decision that could get more expensive if he takes another step.
Every NBA team's X-factor for the 2026-27 season
Who is the X factor for every NBA player this season? We’re not talking about the go-to guy, like Nikola Jokic or Steph Curry. It could be a big-name player, an all-star, or a bench player, but they are the pivot point for their team.
Anthony Black News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 19
Magic rumors: Anthony Black trade update with contract extension talks going nowhere
The NBA season starts on Tuesday. Anthony Black’s future with the Orlando Magic remains murky. It still looks like Black won’t get a contract extension, as Orlando prioritizes paying its four core veterans: Paolo Banchero, Franz Wagner, Jalen Suggs, and Desmond Bane.
Anthony Black News / EssentiallySports / October 19
'Not My Choice': Anthony Black Sends Cryptic Reply to Fan’s ‘Don’t Leave’ Plea as Magic Extension Deadline Looms
Anthony Black has given Orlando Magic fans another reason to worry about his future. The 22-year-old’s latest social media interaction has only added to the uncertainty.
Paolo Banchero News / Orlando Magic on SI / October 19
Keys To A Good Start For Banchero and the Orlando Magic
Orlando Magic regular season basketball is almost here. The Magic kick off the 2026-27 season against the Atlanta Hawks on Oct. 21. The Magic then face the Minnesota Timberwolves, the New York Knicks and the Toronto Raptors twice.
Anthony Black News / Orlando Magic on SI / October 18
Chances that Orlando's Anthony Black becomes a midseason trade candidate
We are roughly 24 hours away from Monday's 6 p.m. EST extension deadline, and the Orlando Magic and Anthony Black have not come to terms. Coming off a breakout 2025-26 season, Black, 22, became extension eligible for the first time this summer.
Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / October 18
Why Magic Have to Set the Tone Early This Season
ORLANDO, Fla. — The Orlando Magic are getting ready for the regular season, where they hope to build off of the success they have generated during the preseason.
The 25 best NBA players to never play in college
Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.
Orlando Magic News / Scoop B / October 19
Beyond the Whistle: How Sean Sweeney’s Pedigree and Championship Standard Are Reshaping the Orlando Magic
ORLANDO — Inside Orlando, Florida, the energy surrounding the Orlando Magic is palpable. Fresh off a busy offseason and stepping into a new era on the sidelines, Orlando’s front office, roster core and franchise legends are locked in on one objective: elevating a talented young foundation into a legitimate contender.
Orlando Magic News / EssentiallySports / October 18
NBA Star and Former 1st Round Pick Set to Leave USA After Getting Waived by Magic Ahead Of New Season
A former first-round pick could be heading out of the States after another year of NBA setbacks. The Orlando Magic waived Kevin Knox on October 16, ending the forward’s latest attempt to secure a roster spot for the upcoming season.
Noah Penda News / Hoops Rumors / October 17
Noah Penda Has Partial Hamstring Tear, Could Miss ‘Significant Time’
Noah Penda is expected to miss “significant time” after suffering a partially torn right hamstring during the Magic’s preseason finale against Miami on Friday, sources tell Jason Beede of The Orlando Sentinel (Twitter link).
Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / October 17
3 things that went right for the Orlando Magic this preseason
Results don't matter too much during the preseason, but the Orlando Magic ended on the right side of the win column with a 135-116 win over the Miami Heat in their final tune-up before the regular season.
Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / October 17
How the Magic's worst-case seed could play out
For the last two seasons, the Orlando Magic had high expectations following a very encouraging 47-win season in 2023-24. However, injuries and inconsistency led to them crashing back to earth, scoring two-straight play-in appearances with three-straight first-round exits.
Orlando Magic News / Hoops Wire / October 17
Magic waive three players
The Magic have waived Malaki Branham, JD Davison and Kevin Knox, the team announced, leaving all three with a potential opportunity in the G League. Each was on an Exhibit 10 contract and can earn a bonus of up to $91,000 by spending at least 60 days with the Osceola Magic.
Orlando Magic News / Hoops Rumors / October 17
Magic Waive Malaki Branham, JD Davison, Kevin Knox
The Magic have waived Malaki Branham, JD Davison and Kevin Knox, per a team press release. Each of the three players was signed to an Exhibit 10 contract and is now eligible for a bonus worth up to $91K if he spends at least 60 days in the G League with the Osceola Magic.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 16
Magic waives 3 players after preseason win vs Heat
The Orlando Magic closed out the preseason with a convincing win over the Miami Heat, and less than a day later, they began trimming the roster ahead of opening night.
Orlando Magic News / Larry Brown Sports / October 16
Report: Orlando Magic could trade away notable player
The Orlando Magic have a new head coach (Sean Sweeney), and they could soon have a new sixth man as well. Orlando could potentially trade away guard Anthony Black, Brian Windhorst of ESPN reported on Friday.
Michael Carter-Williams News / Fadeaway World / October 14
Michael Carter-Williams Names His Lineup Of Former NBA Teammates
At the time he was drafted, Michael Carter-Williams was positioned to be a superstar in the NBA. As a bigger guard with phenomenal passing skills, the former ROTY was on track to be the face of the Philadelphia 76ers’ franchise until injuries eventually derailed his career.
Orlando Magic News / Larry Brown Sports / October 14
Video: Magic player accidentally blocks own shot with his face
An Orlando Magic player quite literally faced a problem during an NBA preseason game on Tuesday. Magic forward Noah Penda was about to turn a great defensive
Orlando Magic News / Scoop B / October 13
Orlando Magic’s Wendell Carter Jr. Talks Offseason Workouts With Collin Sexton & Derrick Favors, Sean Sweeney’s Impact and Orlando Being Slept On
Orlando Magic center Wendell Carter Jr. has spent his summer striking the balance between intense off-court development and mental reset. Now entering his 8th NBA season at 27 years old, the former 7th overall pick out of Duke has established himself as the anchor of Orlando’s interior defense.
Nikola Vucevic News / Hoops Wire / October 10
Nikola Vucevic says return to Magic uniform ‘felt pretty natural’
Nikola Vucevic is back in Orlando, and apparently the uniform still fits. The veteran center returned to the Magic in free agency this summer, more than five years after the franchise traded him to Chicago.
NBA News / Yardbarker / October 1
Pelicans head coach Jamahl Mosley sets high bar for former first-round pick heading into 2026-27 season
New Orleans Pelicans first-year head coach Jamahl Mosley is setting a high bar for one of his youngest stars.
Orlando Magic News / FortyEightMinutes / September 29
Orlando Magic: 4 Storylines From Media Day 2026
The Orlando Magic return from their offseason and hosted their 2026 Media Day on Monday. Parks Sports And Recreation was in attendance to report on the Magic.
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