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The Orlando Magic had elevated expectations last year with the addition of Desmond Bane, but fell short in Game 7 against the top-seeded Detroit Pistons.

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The best and worst case scenario for Franz Wagner this season

While most of the Eastern Conference landscape changed, for better or worse, the Orlando Magic did not. Coming off a disappointing 45-win season, the Magic elected to run their core back, merely swapping head coaches, with their only external adds being rookie Izaiyah Nelson, their No.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / September 23

2 Magic Storylines I'm Buying (and 1 I'm Not) Entering Training Camp

The Orlando Magic are days away from the start of training camp, where they will lay down the foundation for the season ahead. The Magic have made it to the playoffs in each of the last three years, and they hope to do the same this year.

Paolo Banchero News / Orlando Magic on SI / September 23

It is All on Paolo Banchero for the Orlando Magic

The NBA is an unfair place because high draft picks entering their fifth year are often expected to have it all put together. This is what comes with being treated like the heir apparent and getting paid an extraordinary amount of dollars.

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NBA News / Fadeaway World / September 22

Orlando Magic’s Trade Idea To Acquire Kevin Durant: Would The Rockets Say Yes?

The Orlando Magic have reached that awkward part of a rebuild where being young and talented isn’t enough anymore. They went 45-37 last season, finished only 19th in offensive rating at 114.9, and then lost a crushing seven-game first-round series against the Pistons when they were leading by over 20 points in the second half.

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The 25 greatest NBA Finals performances of all-time

The regular season is important, but NBA legends are made in the playoffs. More specifically, it's the Finals where the all-time greats have built their otherworldly reputations.

Paolo Banchero News / Orlando Magic on SI / September 22

Paolo Banchero’s Best and Worst Case Scenarios for the Magic This Season

The Orlando Magic are putting plenty of faith in the players already in the building heading into this season. Rather than making a major overhaul, Orlando brought back the core that has made three consecutive playoff appearances while making a change on the sidelines.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / September 21

The 3 Burning Questions the Magic Must Address in Training Camp

The Orlando Magic are facing a critical season as they enter the Sean Sweeney era. Sweeney was hired by the Magic after the organization relieved Jamahl Mosley of his coaching duties after five seasons with the team.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / September 20

The One Thing In Training Camp That Could Make It Fall Apart For Magic

A big factor in the Orlando Magic's training camp will be circumstance. Specifically, what that circumstance requires from the Magic: growth. The growth displayed by the Magic will make or break their training camp, as the 2026-27 season will be a big year for Orlando.

Franz Wagner News / Orlando Magic on SI / September 20

What Franz Wagner Must Do To Be A Top-5 Small Forward

The NBA currently has plenty of talented small forwards. One of them is a familiar name to Orlando Magic fans: Franz Wagner. In a 2026-27 small forwards ranking on HoopsHype, Frank Urbina put Wagner as the eighth-best small forward.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / September 19

5 Position Battle Questions the Orlando Magic Still Must Answer

Sean Sweeney is walking into an Orlando locker room with talented players in every direction. While the Orlando Magic didn't make many moves this off-season, they do retain a roster with continuity and chemistry when available.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / September 19

The 3 Orlando Magic Players Who Make Up the Core

The Orlando Magic have a big 2026-27 season ahead of them. The Magic will look to improve upon their eighth-place finish in 2025-26 with new head coach Sean Sweeney at the helm.

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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.

Paolo Banchero News / Orlando Magic on SI / September 19

Paolo Banchero Shines Light on Skills Honed with Kevin Durant this Summer

Paolo Banchero is putting in the work this off-season to put the past behind him, to prove the doubters wrong, and to take the big leap towards superstardom.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / September 18

Why Magic plummeted in recent three-year outlook rankings

There's a new year of hope for the Orlando Magic on the horizon, who are coming off a disappointing postseason exit after finishing 45-37 last season. However, there is a sense among the national media that their future isn't as bright as some of their counterparts.

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Orlando Magic News / Fadeaway World / September 17

Orlando Magic Projected Starting Lineup And Rotation For 2026-27: Can They Make The Playoffs?

The Orlando Magic somehow made a 45-37 season feel… way more disappointing than it normally should. They improved a lot offensively, survived the Play-In, and even went up 3-1 on the 60-win Pistons before everything completely fell apart.

NBA News / Orlando Magic on SI / September 16

Why Magic Didn't Sign Knicks' John Konchar Despite Interest

The Orlando Magic had the opportunity to sign veteran shooting guard John Konchar, but they ultimately fell short in the sweepstakes. Konchar signed a contract with the defending champion New York Knicks and will have a chance to earn one of the final spots on their 15-man roster during training camp.

Orlando Magic News / Hoops Wire / September 15

Magic’s STUFF wins third NBA Mascot of Year award, strengthens GOAT case

The Magic finally have another award winner, and Paolo Banchero can relax. This one belongs to the large green dragon. STUFF the Magic Dragon was named the 2026 NBA Mascot of the Year at the annual NBA Mascot Conference, an event that raises considerably more questions than it answers.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / September 15

STUFF the Magic Dragon Named 2026 NBA Mascot of the Year

Mascots are an integral part of sports. While not every team has one, those that do often rely on their mascots to play an important role within the organization.

Magic Johnson News / Fadeaway World / September 15

Magic Johnson Shows Class After Comedian Calls Him Michael Jordan

Magic Johnson had a perfect and classy response when comedian Gerald Huston deliberately mistook him for Michael Jordan in a hilarious interaction. Huston, who has made a habit of approaching famous people and confidently calling them by the wrong names, spotted Johnson and decided to continue the bit.

Orlando Magic News / Lindy's Sports / September 9

Ex-Magic Guard Michael Carter-Williams Has Blunt Advice for Young Athletes

It was recently announced that former Orlando Magic guard and the 2014 Rookie of the Year, Michael Carter-Williams, is joining Brunswick Sports Management as the new Head of Basketball.

Orlando Magic News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 28

Why Kendrick Perkins believes Magic will ‘eventually’ trade Paolo Banchero

The start of the 2026-27 NBA season is a little less than two months away, and with the schedule already having been released, there’s been no shortage of predictions for the upcoming year.

John Beilein News / Hoops Wire / August 18

John Beilein joining Magic as senior coaching consultant

John Beilein is headed back to the NBA. The former Cavaliers coach and longtime University of Michigan coach is joining the Magic as a senior coaching consultant, Beilein announced Monday.

Orlando Magic News / Hoops Rumors / August 13

Hornets, Magic Announce Local TV Broadcast Plans For 2026/27

Following the collapse of Main Street Sport Group, which owns FanDuel Sports Network, several NBA teams are looking for new regional/local TV broadcast partners for the 2026/27 season.

Orlando Magic News / Larry Brown Sports / August 5

Former Magic guard makes move to Australia

Veteran NBA guard Cole Anthony is headed to the land down under. The former Orlando Magic standout has signed a one-year contract with NBL team Melbourne United in Australia.

NBA News / Yardbarker / July 21

Mavericks continue to collect first-round picks

Trades that preceded Ujiri's hiring have tied his hands when it comes to roster building. He's making some intriguing gambles using his limited resources.

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