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On YouTubeOrlando Magic News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 16
Kendrick Perkins ‘sick and tired’ of Magic’s Paolo Banchero as coaching rumors swirl
The Orlando Magic are on the brink of elimination as they host the Charlotte Hornets in the Play-In Tournament at Kia Center on Friday for the last ticket to the playoffs in the Eastern Conference.
Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / April 16
The big change Paolo & Franz must make for Magic to reach playoffs
It all comes down to this. One game for all the marbles. Win and you're in; lose and you're out. How do the Orlando Magic give themselves their best chance to win this do-or-die Play-In game against the flaming-hot Charlotte Hornets in a win-or-go-home game in front of the home crowd?
The 'Multiple 200 three-pointer seasons' quiz
In NBA history, 38 players have made 200 or more three-point field goals in more than one season. How many can you name in five minutes?
Franz Wagner News / Athlon Sports / April 16
Magic's Franz Wagner Speaks On Availability for Hornets Game
The Orlando Magic entered their play-in matchup against the Philadelphia 76ers with the possibility of locking a first-round appearance in the playoffs, but the night ended with a loss and a late-game injury scare.
The 25 greatest playoff games in NBA history
In the NBA, it's all about showing up and showing out in the posteason. With that in mind, here are the 25 greatest NBA playoff games of all time.
Jamahl Mosley News / Orlando Magic on SI / April 16
Jamahl Mosley Coaching for His Job? Stakes High for Magic vs. Hornets
The Orlando Magic are facing off in the final game of the Eastern Conference play-in tournament against the Charlotte Hornets, and it could be the final act of Jamahl Mosley's tenure as the franchise's head coach.
Paolo Banchero News / EssentiallySports / April 16
'I’ve Been Through Slumps': Paolo Banchero Opens Up After Frustrating Loss to 76ers Amid Criticism
For the past two games, Paolo Banchero’s shot did not fall. It directly led to the Orlando Magic‘s fall in their postseason dream. Speaking to reporters after the Play-In game, the 23-year-old did not shy away from highlighting his weakness.
Orlando Magic News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 15
2 Magic players most to blame for Play-In loss to 76ers
The Orlando Magic went all-in this season when they made a blockbuster trade with the Memphis Grizzlies for Desmond Bane. However, this season has not gone according to plan for the Magic, and they were passed in the Eastern Conference’s top six and found themselves in the Play-In Tournament.
Franz Wagner News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 15
Magic’s Franz Wagner breaks silence on friendly fire that caused injury
The Orlando Magic’s Play-In Tournament opener against the Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday night was already a grueling uphill battle, but a late-game injury scare involving star forward Franz Wagner nearly turned a frustrating loss into a total catastrophe.
The 25 defining moments of LeBron James' career
LeBron's career can't go on forever, can it? If it were to end tomorrow, it would be the greatest run of sustained excellence the league has ever seen.
NBA News / Orlando Magic on SI / April 15
Hornets vs. Magic Play-In Schedule: Dates, Times, TV Channel
The Eastern Conference Play-In Tournament is about to come to an end. Following a tough 109-97 road loss to the Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday night, the Orlando Magic are now set for a must-win showdown against the Charlotte Hornets.
NBA News / Yardbarker / April 15
76ers rookie VJ Edgecombe shows no fear in postseason debut
Twenty-year-old VJ Edgecombe played his first NBA postseason game Wednesday night for the Philadelphia 76ers. He looked like an experienced veteran in the Sixers' 109-97 win over the Orlando Magic.
Jamahl Mosley News / Total Pro Sports / April 16
Magic HC Jamahl Mosley Caught on Camera With Priceless Reaction After Trying Smelling Salts
With the Orlando Magic trying to secure a playoff spot against the Philadelphia 76ers via the play-in tournament, Magic coach Jamahl Mosley needs all the adrenaline rush he could get – including smelling salts.
Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / April 15
Banchero stymied as Magic loss sets up elimination game vs. Charlotte
The last day of the regular season looks even worse now, eh? The Orlando Magic couldn't overcome a double-digit second-half deficit to the Philadelphia 76ers inside the City of Brotherly Love, losing 109-97.
Desmond Bane News / Orlando Magic on SI / April 15
Desmond Bane Shines, But Magic Lose to 76ers in Play-In Tournament
The Orlando Magic are heading back home disappointed after a 109-97 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers in the opening game of the Play-In Tournament. While the Magic and Sixers went blow for blow in the first half, Orlando's offense went ice cold in the third quarter, allowing Philly a chance to build a lead that they took to the end of the game.
NBA News / Yardbarker / April 15
76ers' Andre Drummond turns back the clock in play-in win vs. Magic
Playing without All-Star center Joel Embiid, the Philadelphia 76ers leaned on an All-Star center from the previous decade.
Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / April 15
Desmond Bane achieves something reminiscent of Dwight Howard
It's not easy to show up for work every day. Yet, Desmond Bane found a way. Playing in every game over a grueling NBA season is no easy task nowadays for players who often pick up some injury here or there along the way.
Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / April 15
3 Reasons the Orlando Magic Can Upset the 76ers
The Orlando Magic and the Philadelphia 76ers are often viewed through different lenses, but their placement in the Eastern Conference Play-In Tournament has them both in the same spot in the middle of the pack.
Orlando Magic News / EasySportz / April 15
76ers vs. Magic Play-In Showdown Takes Center Stage
PHILADELPHIA — The postseason arrives early Wednesday night in South Philadelphia. The Philadelphia 76ers host the Orlando Magic in a win-and-advance Eastern Conference play-in game with immediate stakes and no margin for error.
The '2025 highest-scorers by NBA team' quiz
How many of the players to score the most points in one game for each NBA team in the 2025-26 season can you name in five minutes?
Orlando Magic News / Larry Brown Sports / April 15
Magic player close to reaching boiling point amid locker room turmoil
The Orlando Magic’s locker room doesn’t seem to be the happiest place on earth. The Magic have gone through a lot in the 2025-26 NBA season, and while they survived the regular season and made it to the NBA Play-In Tournament, the relationship between head coach Jamahl Mosley and a key player appears to be beyond repair.
NBA News / Total Apex Fantasy Sports / April 15
Orlando Magic at Philadelphia 76ers Preview, Prediction & Odds | April 15, 2026
The Orlando Magic travel to Philadelphia to face the 76ers in an Eastern Conference Play‑In game at Wells Fargo Center on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. The winner earns the No.
Jamahl Mosley News / Hoops Wire / April 15
Magic may be leaning toward firing Jamahl Mosley no matter what
The Magic are still playing. But their coach may be on the way out. According to NBA insider Jake Fischer, there is a strong belief around the league that Jamahl Mosley won’t return as Orlando’s head coach next season — regardless of how the team performs in the play-in tournament.
Orlando Magic News / Athlon Sports / April 15
Air Jordan 10 'Orlando' — Simple, Magic-Friendly, Classic: Where to Buy
The Air Jordan 10 Orlando will forever hold a special place in my heart. It was one of the first pair of Jordans that I owned, and they were my go-to shoes for almost everything.
Orlando Magic News / Field Level Media / April 14
Opposite trajectories landed Magic, Sixers in faceoff for No. 7 seed
The Philadelphia 76ers and Orlando Magic took different paths to the same record this season. On Wednesday night, they'll be occupied with the same high-stakes task when the 76ers host the Magic in an Eastern Conference play-in tournament game.
Orlando Magic News / Hoops Wire / April 13
Sixers’ Paul George says no time for ‘Plan B’ vs. Magic in play-in
The Sixers aren’t looking at this like a two-chance scenario. Not even close. Philadelphia enters Wednesday’s play-in matchup with the Magic as the No.
Orlando Magic News / Hoops Rumors / April 9
Magic Fined $25K For Injury Reporting Violation
The Magic have been fined $25K for a violation of the NBA’s injury reporting rules, the league announced today in a press release (Twitter link). The violation occurred on Monday as a result of Orlando initially listing guard Anthony Black as “out” due to a left lateral abdominal strain that had sidelined him for the previous 16 games.
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