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NBA News / Field Level Media / April 27
Magic silence Pistons late to take 3-1 series edge
Desmond Bane scored 22 points and made one of his five 3-pointers with 1:16 left as the Orlando Magic beat the visiting Detroit Pistons 94-88 on Monday to take a 3-1 lead in their first-round Eastern Conference playoff series.
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.
The 'Active 40-point playoff games' quiz
How many of the active NBA players to score 40+ points in an postseason game can you name in five minutes?
NBA News / Yardbarker / April 27
Desmond Bane stars in front of his former teammates in Game 4 win
Desmond Bane is no longer a member of the Memphis Grizzlies. But playing in front of former teammates Ja Morant and Jaren Jackson, Jr., Bane was the star in a "grit-n-grind" style game, complete with bleeding arms.
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.
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.
NBA News / Yardbarker / April 27
Jalen Duren's nightmare first-round series continues in Game 4 vs. Magic
Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren's first-round series against the Orlando Magic has gone from bad to worse.
Magic Johnson News / AirJordanChronicles / April 27
Magic Johnson calls for Detroit Pistons’ defensive improvement vs. Orlando Magic
The Detroit Pistons are trailing in the playoff series and struggling to defeat Orlando. However, the clash becomes more interesting as the NBA legend, Magic Johnson, strongly believes that the answer to the Pistons’ problems lies within the side’s defense.
Paolo Banchero News / Orlando Magic on SI / April 27
Could The Banchero Bounce be more than Memorable Playoff Moment?
Sometimes you just need to see the ball go through the net to find your rhythm as a shooter. Minutes before Paolo Banchero converted the clutch pull-up three bounce heard 'round the world from the top of the key, he splashed a clutch buzzer-beating bailout pull-up three in the same spot.
NBA News / Orlando Magic on SI / April 27
Franz Wagner Needs to Keep Frustrating Cade Cunningham to Win Series
A month ago, Franz Wagner was wearing sweats on the sideline, watching his team from a different perspective than usual, seeing how they moved as a unit.
Magic Johnson News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 27
Why Michael Jordan would average 50 PPG, Magic Johnson 30 APG in today’s NBA, per Vlade Divac
The topic of how players from different era’s would fare in across the NBA timeline is one that has circulated over and over again on social media and among league circles.
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 27
Orlando Magic open Game 4 hoping to turn Detroit Pistons into bigger disappointment
Just because they're halfway to a stunning series conquest, don’t be gaslit into believing the Orlando Magic have been better than a No. 8 seed in the
NBA News / Orlando Magic on SI / April 27
Predicting the Game 4 outcome between Orlando Magic vs. Detroit Pistons
The Orlando Magic re-took the series lead with a strong eight-point win inside Kia Center in Game 3. But they are looking for another statement win against the top-seeded Detroit Pistons in Game 4.
Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / April 27
How Magic's home court advantage in Game 3 could carry over into Game 4
What makes the Orlando Magic dangerous is how many different players can shine in their role. The Magic's depth of talented players with team-first attitudes creates an environment where everyone feels free to play their game or move the ball knowing they may get an even better look when the ball finds its way back to them.
Orlando Magic News / Stadium Rant / April 27
This Is The Orlando Magic That We Had Expected
It’s still early, but this looks like the Orlando Magic that most people expected to see this whole season. They lost in the first round last year against the defending champion Boston Celtics in five games.
NBA News / Orlando Magic on SI / April 27
The 3 ways the Magic can seize series vs. Pistons
The Orlando Magic picked up a huge Game 3 win on their home floor against the top-seeded Detroit Pistons to take a 2-1 series lead. But there's still plenty of work to be done.
NBA News / Athlon Sports / April 26
NBA Announces One Mistake in Pistons' Loss to Magic
The Orlando Magic took down the No. 1 seed Detroit Pistons in Game 3 of their NBA playoff series on Saturday to take a 2-1 lead. Paolo Banchero and Desmond Bane each scored 25 points to lead the Magic to a 113-108 victory.
NBA News / Orlando Magic on SI / April 25
5 key numbers from the Magic's Game 3 win over Detroit Pistons
The Orlando Magic picked up a big 113-105 win in front of their home crowd in Game 3 of their first-round series against the Detroit Pistons?! What were a few numbers that led to it?!
Desmond Bane News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 25
Desmond Bane ties Magic playoff 3PM record, fuels Game 3 win vs. Pistons
The Orlando Magic took a 2-1 series lead over the Detroit Pistons with a 113-105 Game 3 win Saturday, powered by a historic shooting performance from Desmond Bane.
NBA News / Ball Exclusives / April 25
Orlando Magic take 2-1 lead with thrilling Game 3 win over Detroit Pistons
The Orlando Magic took a 2-1 series lead over the Detroit Pistons on Saturday with a thrilling 113-105 victory at home. Neither team was hot from beyond the arc in the first quarter, but the Magic built a small lead that would foreshadow a larger scoring run.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / April 25
Isaiah Stewart gets a flagrant foul for whacking Jalen Suggs in the face
Jalen Suggs got Beef Stew’d during Saturday’s Game 3. Suggs and the Orlando Magic faced off against Isaiah Stewart and the Detroit Pistons for the third game of their first-round playoff series.
Jonathan Isaac News / Athlon Sports / April 25
Final Injury Report for Pistons-Magic Game 3: Will Jonathan Isaac Play?
The Orlando Magic are at home on Saturday afternoon as they host the Detroit Pistons in Game 3 of their first-round playoff series. Orlando enters Saturday’s game coming off a loss on the road to Detroit in Game 2 on Wednesday night that tied the series at 1-1.
NBA News / Yardbarker / April 23
Cade Cunningham matches Pistons icon Isiah Thomas as Detroit ties series
Putting on his proverbial cape when called upon, Cade Cunningham led the Detroit Pistons to a much-needed Game 2 win on Thursday night.
WNBA News / Larry Brown Sports / April 22
Angel Reese had a great reaction to her boyfriend’s win in the NBA Playoffs
Angel Reese just made it clear once again where her allegiance lies in the 2026 NBA Playoffs. Following the Orlando Magic’s surprising 112-101 win over
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