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Who leads in Orlando Magic's point guard race?

With the NBA regular season just over a week away, one positional battle has been a highly contested bout between two of the Orlando Magic’s youngest players.

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Jamahl Mosley has 1 word to describe Jett Howard's preseason

Jett Howard entered the NBA as a 3-point specialist, but was largely unimpactful in his first two seasons with the Orlando Magic. Drafted No. 11 overall

Franz Wagner News / Orlando Magic on SI / October 13

Franz Wagner continues to show out for Magic

Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner is going into his fifth season with the team, which could be his best yet. Wagner is coming off a EuroBasket gold medal finish with Germany this summer where he was one of the star players.

Jase Richardson News / Orlando Magic on SI / October 13

Magic rookie continues strong preseason vs. Heat

Orlando Magic rookie point guard Jase Richardson is recovering after the team's 120-104 win against the Miami Heat in the preseason. Going into the locker room after the first half, Richardson had just two points in eight minutes, but he was hoping to not repeat the same result.

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Jamahl Mosley News / Orlando Magic on SI / October 13

Why Magic coach Jamahl Mosley is impressed after Heat preseason game

The Orlando Magic are clicking after a 120-104 win against the Miami Heat inside the Kia Center to improve to 3-0 during the preseason. Magic head coach Jamahl Mosley spoke about the good job the team is doing executing what is being asked of them during practices and how it is translating to games.

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The 25 greatest nicknames in NBA history

Hakeem The Dream, Clyde The Glide, Magic: The NBA has produced some incredible nicknames over the decades. Some, like Magic and Penny, have even come to largely replace the player's actual name.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / October 13

Orlando Magic host tryouts to replace legendary PA announcer

For the first time in the franchise's history, there is an empty seat to be filled on Orlando's sideline. After 36 years of calling Magic games, doing so since the team's inception, Magic fans will no longer hear the iconic Paul Porter calls in the arena: "Stand and cheer, Magic fans!

Orlando Magic News / Sports Club Florida / October 13

Magic Stay Hot: Orlando Dominates Miami in Preseason Opener

The Orlando Magic opened their home preseason schedule with a strong 120–104 win over the Miami Heat at the Kia Center. The victory kept Orlando undefeated through the preseason and highlighted the team’s depth and intensity against a short-handed Miami roster.

NBA News / Orlando Magic on SI / October 12

No Paolo, no problem: 3 takeaways from the Magic's preseason win against Heat

The Orlando Magic hosted the Miami Heat for their preseason home opener inside Kia Center on Sunday, recording their third win, 120-104. A couple of Magic stars -- Paolo Banchero and Desmond Bane -- did not play, but what were a few takeaways from Sunday's contest?

Orlando Magic News / Athlon Sports / October 12

Magic Coach Jahmal Mosley Announces Paolo Banchero News Before Heat Game

The Orlando Magic kicked off the offseason with a bang, acquiring Desmond Bane from the Memphis Grizzlies. With the Eastern Conference appearing weaker this year, the team has decided to push its chips in, adding one of the league’s premier sharpshooters.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / October 12

Two starters ruled out for Heat vs. Magic preseason game

The Orlando Magic will be without two of their key players in their first preseason game at the Kia Center against the Miami Heat. The Magic have ruled out All-Star forward Paolo Banchero and star shooting guard Desmond Bane against the Heat.

NBA News / Orlando Magic on SI / October 12

3 Keys for Magic in Sunshine State Rivalry with Heat: Bench and more

After a triumphant return in Philadelphia blowing out the 76ers by 30 points (128-98), the Orlando Magic are finding their groove as they work in new personnel into the rotation.

Orlando Magic News / HITC / October 12

Larry Bird says Magic Johnson was more successful because of his championships

Larry Bird and Magic Johnson helped define basketball in the 1980s, their rivalry driving the NBA into the mainstream. Although many saw them as evenly matched, Bird believes Johnson came out ahead.

Orlando Magic News / Fadeaway World / October 12

Paolo Banchero Calls Out Fan For Betting On Preseason Game: 'You’re Addicted'

Paolo Banchero had a funny courtside moment during the Magic’s preseason game after a fan told him he needed “two more points” to hit his bet. Banchero couldn’t believe what he was hearing and called the fan out for gambling on an exhibition game.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / October 11

Should Magic reconsider reuniting with former top pick?

It has been 903 days since Victor Oladipo last played in an NBA game, but the 33-year-old guard is still trying to fight for another opportunity in the league.

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Orlando Magic News / Athlon Sports / October 11

Former Magic No. 2 Overall Pick Eyes NBA Return Amid Strong Preseason Play

The start of the 2025-26 NBA season is right around the corner as teams continue to finish out their preseason schedules. While many eyes around the NBA have been on the stars, rookies and players with new teams this preseason, one former NBA player has also been turning heads.

Jett Howard News / Orlando Magic on SI / October 11

Jett Howard plays for his grandmother above all

On a Thursday night in New York in 2023, Jett Howard is anticipating his NBA dreams coming true, as the Orlando Magic are about to select Jett with the 11th overall pick in the 2023 NBA Draft.

NBA News / Orlando Magic on SI / October 10

3 takeaways from Magic's preseason win vs 76ers: Jase, frontcourt, more

After debuting their preseason in Puerto Rico, the Orlando Magic returned to the States to take on the Philadelphia 76ers for their second preseason game.

Desmond Bane News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 10

Magic fans will love Desmond Bane’s smooth offensive game vs. 76ers

The Orlando Magic went on the road to face the Philadelphia 76ers in their second game of the NBA’s preseason. After Orlando traded for Desmond Bane early in the summer, expectations were high.

Orlando Magic News / EssentiallySports / October 10

Paolo Banchero Reveals What Magic Locker Room Possess to Prove NBA GMs’ 47% Prediction True

Something has changed in Orlando, and it isn’t just the scoreboard. After another middling 41–41 season and a first-round exit, the Magic opened this preseason differently: confident, connected, and, according to their star, actually enjoying being together.

NBA News / Orlando Magic on SI / October 10

3 Keys for Magic in Friday night game in Philadelphia

After a brief hiatus returning from the Puerto Rico preseason kickoff against the Heat earlier in the week, Orlando is back in pre-season action Friday night in Philadelphia.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / October 10

The Orlando Magic player most under the radar

After a solid rookie season where he went through ups and downs as most rookies do, Tristan mentioned having a much higher understanding of what to expect

Desmond Bane News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 9

Magic, Desmond Bane receive high honors from NBA executives entering 2025-26 season

The Orlando Magic and new guard Desmond Bane are drawing praise across the league as attention shifts toward the 2025-26 season. In the NBA’s annual general manager survey released this week, the Magic earned top recognition in multiple categories, while Bane was voted one of the most undervalued offseason additions.

Orlando Magic News / EssentiallySports / October 9

Magic Johnson Seemingly Follows Shaquille O’Neal’s Footsteps With New Role

It’s usually the other way round. Shaq usually credits one NBA legend for paving the way for him. Since his days in the draft combine, the LSU upstart was taken under the wing by a freshly-retired Earvin “Magic” Johnson.

Orlando Magic News / Last Word On Sports / October 8

One Expectation For Each Orlando Magic Rookie

In the same vein as other Eastern Conference teams like the Philadelphia 76ers and Washington Wizards, the Orlando Magic did an amazing job at the 2025 NBA Draft.