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Orlando Magic News / The Lead / June 8
Orlando Magic 2026 NBA Draft Preview
The Orlando Magic had, to say the least, a disappointing 2025 season. Originally projected to have the sixth-most wins in the NBA entering the year, Orlando instead struggled to meet expectations amid inconsistent play and a plague of injuries.
Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / June 7
Which player must improve most for Magic next season?
The Orlando Magic were 48 minutes away from becoming one of the few No. 8 seeds to advance past the first round, but could not close the door last month against the Detroit Pistons.
Orlando Magic News / AirJordanChronicles / June 7
Isiah Thomas Once Explained Why Michael Jordan, Magic Johnson, and Larry Bird Brought Out His Best
Isiah Thomas once made a confession that exposed the mind of a champion. In June 1988, right before Game 6 of the Eastern Conference Finals, Thomas sat down with his head coach, Chuck Daly, for a television interview in Detroit.
The 'Most 20-point, 10-rebound seasons' quiz
How many of the NBA players to average at least 20 points and 10 rebounds-per-game in at least five seasons can you name in five minutes?
Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / June 6
3 2nd Round Sleeper Guards the Orlando Magic Could Steal in 2026 NBA Draft
The Orlando Magic own the 46th pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. In addition to Noah Penda, who Orlando traded multiple future 2nd rounders to move around in
The best homegrown player for every NBA franchise
As an NBA fan, it hits different when a team's best player is a guy the franchise nurtured from the very start. There's a greater attachment to stars who have been there since the start, who have bled the team's colors since the start of their careers.
NBA News / NBA Draft on SI / June 6
Assessing the Magic's Biggest Needs at the 2026 NBA Draft
The Orlando Magic were 48 minutes from pulling off a historic upset over the 60-22 Detroit Pistons in this year's NBA playoffs. After going up 3-1, they suffered a major collapse and failed to become the seventh team to upset a No.
NBA News / Orlando Magic on SI / June 5
How Sean Sweeney's Spurs and Mavericks Experience Can Unlock Paolo & Franz in Orlando
Sean Sweeney is a highly respected coach around the league, and more than anything, he wants to win. Sweeney's approval ratings from his former players and coaches is through-the-roof positive.
Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / June 5
What the Orlando Magic Can Learn from the NBA Finals
The 2026 NBA Finals between the New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs offer a perfect time to see where the Orlando Magic stand right now. Orlando is essentially
Magic Johnson News / HITC / June 5
How Lakers legend Magic Johnson wished ‘special’ son EJ on his birthday
Magic Johnson celebrated his son EJ’s birthday with a heartfelt message that showed how proudly the Lakers legend continues to celebrate his family. The post went up on June 4, continuing a familiar tradition from Johnson, who has often used social media to mark EJ’s birthday.
Orlando Magic News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 3
The Paolo Banchero, Franz Wagner reason Magic aren’t a serious Giannis Antetokounmpo trade suitor
The Orlando Magic were frequently linked to Giannis Antetokounmpo throughout the season, but NBA insider Jake Fischer recently explained why the franchise is unlikely to emerge as a serious contender in any potential trade pursuit of the Milwaukee Bucks superstar.
Victor Wembanyama News / Orlando Magic on SI / June 3
Wembanyama's first NBA Finals is win-win proposition for Orlando Magic
Most Orlando Magic fans are rooting for new head coach Sean Sweeney to win an NBA championship as the lead assistant for the San Antonio Spurs against the New York Knicks in the Finals. It would be nice to have a championship-winning coach in town.
The most unlikely 50-point games in NBA history
If an NBA player ends a game with 30 points, that's generally a great night. 40 points is fantastic, and 50 points is an event. That's especially true when that type of scoring outburst comes from an unexpected source.
Orlando Magic News / Hoops Rumors / June 3
Magic’s Jeff Weltman Discusses Sean Sweeney Hire
The Magic‘s recent announcement that they are bringing in Sean Sweeney as their next head coach marks the third coaching hire of president Jeff Weltman‘s nine-year tenure.
Giannis Antetokounmpo News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 1
Magic’s Sean Sweeney hire sparks more Giannis Antetokounmpo trade buzz
The Orlando Magic officially announced Sean Sweeney as the team’s next head coach this past week. Sweeney is currently participating in the NBA Finals with the San Antonio Spurs, and won’t transition to his new job until the series is over.
Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / June 1
4 Reactions to Magic Hiring Sean Sweeney
The Orlando Magic are making it official by hiring Sean Sweeney as their next head coach. There is a new excitement in the building with Sweeney, who won't join the team until after the NBA Finals, when his duties as the San Antonio Spurs' associate head coach come to an end.
Orlando Magic News / Hoops Rumors / June 1
Magic Hire Sean Sweeney As Head Coach
JUNE 1: Sweeney’s hiring is official, the team announced (Twitter link). He will remain with the Spurs through the NBA Finals. “Sean brings a tremendous work ethic and a high degree of intensity that set the tone for everything he does,” president of basketball operations Jeff Weltman said.
Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / May 31
Orlando Magic Offseason Priority List: Who’s Gone, Who’s Staying, and Who Could Be Added
After another disappointing first-round exit, the Orlando Magic have a long summer ahead. Fresh off hiring Sean Sweeney as their next head coach, they will have more fish to fry with their player personnel.
Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / May 31
Ranking the Orlando Magic's bigs for future
This offseason is pivotal for the Orlando Magic. They poached Sean Sweeney away from the San Antonio Spurs, but they have plenty of questions to answer regarding their player personnel this summer.
Jonathan Isaac News / Orlando Magic on SI / May 30
Magic expected to waive Jonathan Isaac, create additional cap flexibility
Following the worst season of his career, the Orlando Magic are expected to waive Jonathan Isaac, instead of finding a trade for him, ahead of his June 28 guarantee deadline, Heavy.com's Sean Deveney reported this week.
Orlando Magic News / Larry Brown Sports / May 29
Magic make decision on their new head coach
The Orlando Magic have made a decision on their new head coach. The Magic are hiring San Antonio Spurs associate coach Sean Sweeney as their new coach, according to Shams Charania of ESPN.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / May 29
Magic hire Spurs assistant Sean Sweeney as new head coach
The Magic have found their new coach. According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, Orlando is finalizing a deal with Spurs associate head coach Sean Sweeney, ending a search that included veteran candidates Jeff Van Gundy and Billy Donovan.
Orlando Magic News / HITC / May 29
Sean Sweeney is the kind of risk the Orlando Magic had to take
The Orlando Magic are finalizing the hire of Sean Sweeney as their new head coach, with the San Antonio Spurs associate coach set to take on one of the NBA’s most intriguing jobs.
NBA News / Yardbarker / May 29
Spurs' playoff run propels Sean Sweeney to head-coaching opportunity with Magic
On the heels of a big win in Game 6 and in front of Game 7 of the Western Conference Finals, the San Antonio Spurs learned news that will impact the future of their franchise no matter what happens on Saturday night.
Orlando Magic News / Hoops Rumors / May 29
Magic To Hire Sean Sweeney As Head Coach
The Magic are finalizing a deal with top Spurs assistant Sean Sweeney and will hire him as their head coach, sources tell Shams Charania of ESPN (Twitter link).
Jamahl Mosley News / Yardbarker / May 26
Pelicans already have glaring question with new HC Jamahl Mosley
The New Orleans Pelicans are already facing a big question under recently hired head coach Jamahl Mosley. On Tuesday, the former Orlando Magic coach was introduced in New Orleans, where he quickly shared his vision for the Pelicans, raising eyebrows in the process.
Jamahl Mosley News / Yardbarker / May 18
Why Jamahl Mosley's Pelicans rebuild could be more challenging than Magic turnaround
Mosely is headed to the Pelicans just weeks after being let go by the Magic. He will likely find a more challenging situation in New Orleans.
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