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NBA News / Orlando Magic on SI / April 18
5 key numbers from the Magic's playoff-clinching win over Hornets
The Orlando Magic clinched their third-straight postseason berth against the Charlotte Hornets inside Kia Center in dominant fashion. But what were a few key numbers that stood out?!
Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / April 18
When Orlando Owns The Paint, It Can Beat Playoff Teams, Even Detroit
On one starry night in summertime Southern France, 1889, an artist picked up his paint brush, sat down at his canvas, and created a classic work of art.
Jamahl Mosley News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 18
Jamahl Mosley drops ‘desperation’ truth bomb after Magic’s 31-point whooping of Hornets
Head coach Jamahl Mosley pointed to urgency and “desperation” as the driving force behind the Orlando Magic’s dominant 121–90 victory over the Charlotte Hornets on Friday night, a win that secured the No.
The 'Most NBA-debut points by NBA team' quiz
How many of the players to score the most points in their NBA debut for every franchise can you name in five minutes?
NBA News / Hoops Rumors / April 18
Magic, Suns Advance; NBA’s Playoff Field Set
After losing their first play-in games earlier in the week, the Magic and Suns bounced back in impressive fashion on Friday, winning home games against the Hornets and Warriors, respectively, to clinch their spots in the playoffs.
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 / Orlando Magic on SI / April 18
Orlando Magic Playoff Schedule: Dates, Times, TV Channel
With their dominant 31-point victory over the Charlotte Hornets in a sudden-death play-in game, the Orlando Magic clinched their third-straight trip to the postseason.
Jamahl Mosley News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 18
Magic’s Jamahl Mosley reveals Orlando’s ‘gamechanger’ vs. Hornets
The Orlando Magic cannot have any complaints with how their play-in matchup against the Charlotte Hornets went. They exceeded expectations right from the first quarter, opening the game 27-10 and never looking back in a 121-90 rout of Charlotte.
Orlando Magic News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 18
Magic’s Jalen Suggs awards Paolo Banchero Playmaker Chain for dominant win over Hornets
Paolo Banchero did not cover himself in glory at all with the way he performed for the Orlando Magic in their disappointing loss to the Philadelphia 76ers in the 7/8 play-in tournament game back on Wednesday.
NBA News / Fadeaway World / April 17
5 Things We Learned After Magic Destroy Hornets In Shocking Play-In Victory
In a stunningly one-sided performance, the Orlando Magic dismantled the Charlotte Hornets 121-90, showcasing a level of playoff intensity that immediately raises eyebrows heading into the postseason.
NBA News / Yardbarker / April 17
Paolo Banchero earns redemption in Magic's win over Hornets
In earning some redemption and continuing to make a name for himself, Paolo Banchero put on a show on Friday night. Banchero's performance led the Orlando Magic to a 121-90 win over the Charlotte Hornets, securing an actual spot in the NBA playoffs.
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.
Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / April 17
Orlando advances to NBA Playoffs after blowing out Charlotte in Play-In
For a moment there, the basketball world wrote the Orlando Magic off for dead. And after a few embarrassing outings, the critics had fair reasons to. But this team at its core lives off its toughness, its tenacity, its resilience.
NBA News / Yardbarker / April 17
Defense wins play-in games: Magic shut down Hornets offense to earn final playoff spot in East
Since the start of 2026, the Charlotte Hornets have had the best offense in the NBA. Against the Orlando Magic, that offense looked like the league's worst.
Magic Johnson News / Athlon Sports / April 17
Magic Johnson Names the 'Greatest Player That Ever Lived' Without Hesitation
When it comes to the debate on who's the greatest basketball player of all time, the names that often come up are Michael Jordan, LeBron James and Kobe Bryant.
The '90 percent free-throw seasons' quiz
How many of the NBA players to make at least 90 percent of their free throws in a season with at least 300 attempts can you name in five minutes?
Orlando Magic News / EssentiallySports / April 17
Magic Johnson Stuns With Bold Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Claim on Lakers Legend’s Special Day
Few people understand the weight of Kareem Abdul-Jabbar’s legacy better than the man who spent 842 games feeding him the ball. Magic Johnson remains the definitive voice on his teammate’s legacy.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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