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Assessing where Magic stand in tiebreakers as postseason chase heats up

The Eastern Conference playoff chase is heating up, with the Orlando Magic in the thick of it all. Orlando is currently the No. 6 seed in the East at 35-28, though there are just two games separating the 5-seeded Toronto Raptors and 8-seeded Philadelphia 76ers.

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2026 NBA Draft: 3 potential second-round wings Magic fans must know

The most exciting time of the basketball calendar has arrived! We are less than one week away from Selection Sunday for the 2026 NCAA Tournament, with plenty of conference tournaments already underway.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / March 9

How Orlando Magic made history in win vs. Bucks

There were multiple occassions throughout December and January where the Franz Wagner-less Orlando Magic played down to competiton. Let's not forget their 1.) seven-point loss to the Bulls on Jan.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / March 9

2026 NBA Draft: 3 potential second-round guards Magic fans must know

The most exciting time of the basketball calendar has arrived! We are one week away from Selection Sunday for the 2026 NCAA Tournament, with plenty of conference tournaments already underway.

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The 'Multiple 2K-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?

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Jonathan Isaac News / Orlando Magic on SI / March 9

Magic amending Jonathan Isaac's guarantee could signal end is near

The majority of NBA players' contracts are guaranteed, though there are exceptions to the rule, with a few littered with play-based incentives or potential outs for an organization to potentially save money.

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Every NBA franchise's most infamous villain

Heroes run the NBA, but every story also needs a villain. For some franchises, it's a particularly hated opponent, but every now and then, it's one of their own.

Paolo Banchero News / Total Apex Sports / March 9

Magic Dominate Shorthanded Bucks 130-91 Behind Banchero’s 33-Point Masterclass

Paolo Banchero didn’t need Giannis Antetokounmpo on the floor to put on a show. He was going to do it anyway. The Orlando Magic star dropped 33 points Sunday night at Fiserv Forum, leading the Magic to a commanding 130-91 blowout over the Milwaukee Bucks in a game that was never really close.

NBA News / Field Level Media / March 8

Magic cruise past short-handed Bucks to take season series

Paolo Banchero scored a game-high 33 points to lead the Orlando Magic to a 130-91 victory over the Bucks in Milwaukee on Sunday night. Jalen Suggs added 20 for Orlando, which won its fourth consecutive game.

NBA News / Orlando Magic on SI / March 8

Orlando Magic dodge Giannis in Milwaukee as two-time MVP ruled out

The Orlando Magic won't have to defend Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo on Sunday night, as the former two-time MVP will sit after playing in a 113-99 win over the Utah Jazz on Saturday.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / March 8

How confident are you that Magic avoid play-in?

Don't look now, but with 20 games left, the Orlando Magic are now the No. 6 seed after their win over the Minnesota Timberwolves combined with Philadelphia's loss to the Atlanta Hawks.

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20 NBA players who changed how the game is played

Basketball has changed so, so much since it was first played in the late 1800s. The NBA has a lot to do with this, and there are even a handful of players who can be credited with influencing significant shifts on their own.

NBA News / Orlando Magic on SI / March 8

The Magic stunning the Timberwolves began with play on this end

With the playoff race percolating, the Orlando Magic picked up arguably their biggest win of the season on the road against the Minnesota Timberwolves, 119-92.

Giannis Antetokounmpo News / Orlando Magic on SI / March 8

Giannis Antetokounmpo's Bucks look for rhythm as Paolo's Magic finding theirs

The 34-28 Orlando Magic visit the 27-35 Milwaukee Bucks as Giannis Antetokounmpo plays in his third game back from injury. Paolo Banchero has been back

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Orlando Magic News / Last Word On Sports / March 8

Magic’s Breakout Star Expected To Join Three Others On Injury Report, When Will Players Return?

The Orlando Magic are playing some really good ball lately. However, the Magic won’t likely have two starters for their game in Milwaukee on Sunday night.

Luke Kornet News / Total Pro Sports / March 8

Magic City Dancer Delivers Savage Message to Luke Kornet After His Magic City Criticism

The upcoming game between the Atlanta Hawks and the Orlando Magic on March 16 is generating significant buzz. This excitement is not only due to the event “Magic City Monday,” but also because of criticism from San Antonio Spurs player Luke Kornet regarding the show.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / March 8

The Orlando Magic's goals for the last 20 games

The Orlando Magic have 20 games left and are within reach of the sixth seed, which bypasses the Play-In Tournament. It's a race that could come down to the last game and it features three of their division rivals: the Miami Heat, Charlotte Hornets and Atlanta Hawks.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / March 8

Desmond Bane tried to start beef again in bizarre moment with Rudy Gobert

Desmond Bane seems to always let his intrusive thoughts win. The standout shooting guard has been quite the on-court troublemaker in his first season with the Orlando Magic.

Paolo Banchero News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 7

Magic star Paolo Banchero calls Celtics’ Jayson Tatum ‘inspiration’ after Achilles comeback

Paolo Banchero praised Jayson Tatum after the Boston Celtics forward returned to action following the Achilles tear he suffered during last year’s postseason.

NBA News / Total Apex Sports / March 7

Orlando Magic Blow Out Minnesota Timberwolves Behind 30 Points From Desmond Bane

The Orlando Magic walked into Target Center on Saturday and did something that very few teams have been able to do this season — they made Anthony Edwards largely irrelevant.

Orlando Magic News / Field Level Media / March 7

Desmond Bane, Paolo Banchero lead Magic to thumping of Timberwolves

Desmond Bane scored 30 points on 10-for-17 shooting, and the Orlando Magic held on for a 119-92 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Saturday afternoon in Minneapolis.

Anthony Black News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 7

Anthony Black suffers injury in Magic vs. Timberwolves

The Orlando Magic locked into a back-and-forth scoring fest with the Minnesota Timberwolves Saturday. But watched Anthony Black go down for the second time since the Washington Wizards game on Tuesday.

Paolo Banchero News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 7

Magic star Paolo Banchero enters exclusive NBA club with latest milestone

Orlando Magic star Paolo Banchero is set to reach another milestone in his young career as he plays in the 250th regular-season game of his NBA career Saturday against the Minnesota Timberwolves.