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Magic’s Desmond Bane drops eye-opening ‘beat ourselves’ admission after loss to Pistons

Accountability, not excuses, defined the Orlando Magic’s mindset following their 116–109 Game 5 loss to the Detroit Pistons on Wednesday night. With a chance to close out the series, the Magic instead saw its lead trimmed to 3–2, shifting pressure back onto a young roster still learning how to finish in the postseason.

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Desmond Bane and Duncan Robinson Go Face-to-Face After Heated On-Court Clash

Things quickly got heated in game five between the Detroit Pistons and the Orlando Magic. And a mini scuffle broke out after Duncan Robinson’s push on Desmond Bane, which resulted in a foul.

Orlando Magic News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 30

Jalen Suggs reveals best part of playing with Paolo Banchero

The Orlando Magic nearly joined the history books on Wednesday night, almost taking down the No. 1 seed Detroit Pistons as the 8-seed in the East. They unfortunately fell a few plays short of the upset, but they’ll have a chance to complete the series win on Friday night in Game 6.

Dwight Howard News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 30

Magic legend Dwight Howard posts directive to Orlando after Game 5 loss

The Orlando Magic remain in control of their playoff path despite a Game 5 setback, as a message from franchise legend Dwight Howard quickly gained attention following the loss on Wednesday night.

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Cade Cunningham News / Orlando Magic on SI / April 29

How the Orlando Magic let Cade Cunningham beat them in Game 5

The Orlando Magic could not capture the series-clinching victory inside Detroit in Game 5, losing a hard-fought 116-109 battle to the Pistons. What were some of our takeaways?!

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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.

Orlando Magic News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 29

Kendrick Perkins gives Magic HC Jamahl Mosley, Paolo Banchero props for outworking Pistons

The Orlando Magic have continued to make an impression this postseason, with their physical style and resilience shaping a competitive series against the Detroit Pistons.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 29

2 Magic players most responsible for Game 5 loss to Pistons

The Orlando Magic had a golden opportunity on Wednesday night, as they looked to close out the top-seeded Detroit Pistons in Game 5 of their Eastern Conference quarterfinal series.

Jamahl Mosley News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 29

Jamahl Mosley unleashes 3 things that handed Pistons Game 5 win over Magic

The Orlando Magic had a chance to break the hearts of the Detroit Pistons on Wednesday night by defeating them in five games on home court. The Pistons had high hopes entering the playoffs as the first seed in the Eastern Conference, but dug themselves a 3-1 hole that will be tough to get out of.

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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 / Yardbarker / April 29

Cade Cunningham's historic night leads Pistons to Game 5 win

Pistons avoid elimination vs. Magic behind Cade Cunningham's historic performance

As the Orlando Magic stormed back in the final six minutes, the Detroit Pistons couldn't get baskets from anyone but Cade Cunningham. So their All-Star guard did it himself.

Cavs ride hot hand of Dennis Schroder to take pivotal Game 5 vs. Raptors

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Skip Bayless calls LeBron James' GOAT case 'laughable'

LeBron James finally opens up on Michael Jordan, GOAT debate

NBA legend Magic Johnson issues apology to the 76ers

Charles Barkley apologizes for his bad NBA playoff prediction

Franz Wagner News / Athlon Sports / April 29

Magic Announce Unfortunate Franz Wagner News for Game 5

Franz Wagner and the Orlando Magic are one win away from securing a first-round upset in the NBA playoffs. The No. 8 Magic went up 3-1 against the No. 1 Detroit Pistons on Monday with an impressive 94-88 victory at Kia Center.

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Desmond Bane News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 29

Desmond Bane’s message to Magic ahead of historic opportunity vs Pistons

The Orlando Magic enter Game 5 with a chance to advance in the playoffs for the first time since 2010, and Desmond Bane delivered a clear message as the team prepares to face the Detroit Pistons on Wednesday night.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / April 29

Final Injury Report for Magic-Pistons Game 5: Will Franz Wagner, Kevin Huerter Play?

The Orlando Magic are on the road on Wednesday night as they travel to take on the Detroit Pistons in Game 5 of their first-round playoff series. Orlando enters Wednesday’s game with a 3-1 lead in the series after defeating Detroit at home on Monday night in Game 4.

NBA News / Orlando Magic on SI / April 29

5 Burning Questions Ahead of Magic vs. Pistons Game 5

The Orlando Magic have a chance to clinch a spot in the second round and pull off an improbable upset against the top-seeded Detroit Pistons in Game 5 at Little Caesars Arena.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / April 29

How the Magic, Without Franz Wagner, Can Win Game 5

Tyrese Haliburton. Jayson Tatum. Damian Lillard. Dejounte Murray. What do these players have in common? Unfortunately, they all tore their Achilles during the 2024-25 season.

Orlando Magic News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 29

Magic’s Paolo Banchero casts doubt on Franz Wagner’s injury availability vs. Pistons

There isn’t one person who expected the Orlando Magic to push the Detroit Pistons to the brink of elimination and lead the 1-seed in the Eastern Conference 3-1 heading into a pivotal Game 5 on Wednesday night.

NBA News / Orlando Magic on SI / April 29

Predicting the Game 5 outcome between Orlando Magic vs. Detroit Pistons

One game away. The Orlando Magic are one game away from sending the top-seeded Detroit Pistons packing. But in order to end it in Game 5, they will have to beat Detroit on their home floor, where they've been dominant this season.

Jamal Cain News / Orlando Magic on SI / April 29

Jamal Cain has bigger goals than throwing down nasty dunks

There's dunking a basketball, and then there's throwing down a BOOMSHAKALAKA NBA Jam worthy slams. Jamal Cain threw down the boomshakalaka to end all boomshakalas But Jamal Cain isn't here to talk about the nastiest dunk of the playoffs, and arguably, the history of basketball.

NBA News / Yardbarker / April 28

Three things Magic are doing right vs. Pistons

What's the best word to describe a team that survives the play-in tournament, wins the first game of a series against the Eastern Conference top seed and seizes a commanding 3-1 lead? The word you're looking for is Magic.

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Desmond Bane proving to be missing piece for the Magic

Jalen Duren's nightmare first-round series continues in Game 4 vs. Magic

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Orlando Magic News / Hoops Rumors / April 28

Franz Wagner Has Calf Strain, Game 5 Status Uncertain

Magic forward Franz Wagner, who underwent an MRI on Tuesday after exiting Monday’s game due to calf tightness, has been diagnosed with a right calf strain, reports Shams Charania of ESPN (Twitter link).

Angel Reese appears to take a shot at her ex-boyfriend Jalen Duren

Angel Reese is back at it again. The Atlanta Dream star has another reason to celebrate after the Orlando Magic defeated the Detroit Pistons on Monday, 94-88, at Kia Center in Orlando, Fla., to take a 3-1 series lead in the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs.

Orlando Magic News / HITC / April 28

NBA fans react to Orlando Magic duo’s stunning pre-game handshake going viral

Orlando Magic took a decisive step in their playoff series on Tuesday night, extending their lead over the Detroit Pistons to 3-1 with a 94-88 victory.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / April 27

Magic push Pistons to brink, eye rare No. 8 over No. 1 upset

This is starting to feel like more than a nice story. The Magic are one win away from something that almost never happens — and they didn’t even need to shoot well to get there.

Orlando Magic News / Larry Brown Sports / April 27

Orlando Magic players appear to do a drug-themed handshake before game

The Orlando Magic are definitely acting different right now. Orlando went viral before Monday’s Game 4 against the Detroit Pistons at Kia Center in Orlando, Fla.

Desmond Bane News / Yardbarker / April 27

Desmond Bane proving to be missing piece for the Magic

As the Orlando Magic are on the verge of knocking off the Eastern Conference's top seed in the first round, they're benefiting from exactly what they were missing in the playoffs one year ago. Desmond Bane, 27, who the Magic acquired in a summer trade with the Memphis Grizzlies, has proven to be the difference-maker against the Detroit Pistons.

Magic silence Pistons late to take 3-1 series edge

Desmond Bane stars in front of his former teammates in Game 4 win

Jalen Duren's nightmare first-round series continues in Game 4 vs. Magic

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