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5 plays this Paolo-less Magic offense can rely on for shot creation

Paolo Banchero stormed into the Garden on his 23rd birthday ready to take over the basketball world, and the basketball gods gifted him with a kick to the groin.

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Franz Wagner, Jamahl Mosley lauds Tristan da Silva’s aggressiveness in Magic’s win over Nets

The Orlando Magic secured their third straight victory Friday night, defeating the Brooklyn Nets 105–98 in their second NBA Cup matchup of the season.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / November 15

One play the Orlando Magic must run into the ground until Banchero's back

Double Drag pick-and-roll is popular action around the NBA for a good reason; it quickly bends the defense into every direction with the offense's primary scoring creator leading the way.

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Franz Wagner News / Field Level Media / November 14

Franz Wagner nets 25 as Magic finish on 11-0 run to polish off Nets

Franz Wagner sank a pair of late 3-pointers to highlight his 25-point performance, fueling the host Orlando Magic to a 105-98 victory over the Brooklyn Nets on Friday in an NBA Cup game.

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The 25 most notable one-time NBA All-Stars

The all-time list of NBA All-Stars is obviously long, and notably distinguished. However, there are some players — for various reasons — who the casual, or even most-dedicated, NBA fans can't recall having earned All-Star nods.

Paolo Banchero News / Orlando Magic on SI / November 14

Magic beat Nets in NBA Cup thriller despite Paolo Banchero's absence

The Orlando Magic are still undefeated in NBA Cup play after beating the Brooklyn Nets 105-98 inside the Kia Center. The Magic trailed 98-94 with just under two minutes to go, but a trio of 3-pointers (one from Tristan da Silva and the other two from Franz Wagner) gave them a five-point lead with 43.9 seconds to go.

NBA News / Orlando Magic on SI / November 14

Without Paolo, a two-man game is key to Magic handling Nets

The 6-6 Orlando Magic are coming off the biggest statement win off the season with a blowout victory in New York, losing Paolo Banchero to a groin injury in the process.

NBA News / EssentiallySports / November 14

Adidas Makes Huge Announcement Amid Stephen Curry’s Under Armour Exit

A shock hit when Under Armour and Stephen Curry parted ways. They had been together for 13 years and will even launch a 13th signature sneaker. However, their decision to go their separate ways has left the sneaker market open.

NBA News / Orlando Magic on SI / November 14

Magic get first look at intriguing Nets rookie in NBA Cup game

The Orlando Magic are facing off against the Brooklyn Nets in their second NBA Cup game of the season. To learn more about the Magic's next opponent, we spoke with Brooklyn Nets On SI contributor Colin Simmons.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / November 13

NBA Notes: Magic, Paolo Banchero, Knicks, Jalen Brunson, Sixers

An MRI confirmed what the Magic hoped to hear. Paolo Banchero is dealing with a left groin strain, not something more serious, per Shams Charania of ESPN.

NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / November 13

Orlando Magic duo labeled ‘the real deal’ after dominating one of the New York Knicks’ best players

The Orlando Magic got a much-needed win against the New York Knicks on Wednesday night. The Orlando Magic came in their matchup against the New York Knicks one game under .500.

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Paolo Banchero News / Field Level Media / November 13

Magic F Paolo Banchero (groin) ruled out vs. Nets

Orlando Magic forward Paolo Banchero will miss Friday's home game against the Brooklyn Nets after an MRI on Thursday confirmed a left groin strain. Banchero will be considered day-to-day moving forward, with the Magic set to face the Houston Rockets on the road Sunday.

Paolo Banchero News / Hoops Rumors / November 13

Paolo Banchero undergoing MRI on injured groin

The Magic‘s 17-point win in New York on Wednesday was the team’s most impressive victory of the season, but it came at a cost. Star forward Paolo Banchero exited the game in the second quarter due to a left groin strain and didn’t return.

NBA News / Yardbarker / November 12

Paolo Banchero injury dampens Magic's upset over Knicks

Orlando Magic forward Paolo Banchero turned 23 on Wednesday. A left groin injury, however, ruined his birthday.

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Desmond Bane News / Yardbarker / November 10

Desmond Bane breaks out of shooting slump at the perfect moment

Desmond Bane was 0-5 from three-point range for the first 47:59 of Monday's game and shooting 26% from deep on the season. He picked the perfect time to finally make one.

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Orlando Magic News / Yardbarker / November 10