Kentavious Caldwell-Pope has built a career on being in the right role at the right time. The 32-year-old, having just finished his 12th NBA season, is now playing for his sixth team after being traded to the Memphis Grizzlies.
The Orlando Magic moved on quickly from Kentavious Caldwell-Pope after signing him to a three-year $66 million contract last summer. The intent was adding a veteran three-and-D wing who could provide leadership to a young roster chasing title contention.
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Last offseason, the Orlando Magic made a major move by signing two-time champion Kentavious Caldwell-Pope to a three-year, $66 million contract. He was brought in to provide veteran leadership and help elevate the young core of Paolo Banchero, Franz Wagner and Jalen Suggs.
The Memphis Grizzlies made the first move of the 2025 NBA offseason, and it was a big one. To shock the NBA world, the Grizzlies traded star guard Desmond Bane to the Orlando Magic in exchange for Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, Cole Anthony, four unprotected first-round picks, and one first-round pick swap.
After just one season in Orlando, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope is on the move. The Magic sent Caldwell-Pope and Cole Anthony to the Memphis Grizzlies for Desmond Bane.
On Sunday, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope was traded to the Memphis Grizzlies (via the Orlando Magic). Caldwell-Pope spent just one season playing for the Magic.
ESPN insider Brian Windhorst is among the analysts to think the Orlando Magic made the right decision to move on from Kentavious Caldwell-Pope. On Monday's episode of Get Up, Windhorst said Caldwell-Pope had a disappointing season after signing last summer in free agency.
The Orlando Magic have taken one step further in their quest to win an NBA Championship after a blockbuster trade with the Memphis Grizzlies. The Orlando Magic acquiring Desmond Bane is considered a good move, but some will argue that the team may have overpaid for the ex-Memphis Grizzlies star.
The Orlando Magic closed the 2024–25 regular season at 41–41, securing the No. 7 seed in the Eastern Conference. In the first round they faced the No. 2 Boston Celtics and were dispatched in five games, underscoring Orlando’s need for a proven go-to scorer alongside its emerging young core.
Kentavious Caldwell-Pope has been one of the best role players in the NBA over his 12-year career. Last summer, he signed a big contract with the Orlando Magic.
The Magic traded four first-round picks and a swap on Sunday to get Desmond Bane from the Grizzlies.
Entering a crucial offseason, the Orlando Magic must improve their offensive production. With two first-round picks and several team-option contracts, they have the resources to trade for playmaking and shot creation.
The Orlando Magic head into the offseason as bottom dwellers of 3-point shooting. Ranking 30th in the league on 31.8 percent from the arc, the franchise must find a capable offensive piece to turn things around.
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The Orlando Magic could again turn to free agency to address their offense. Signing Kentavious Caldwell-Pope last offseason was a splash move, but an underwhelming performance may send them back to the drawing board.
The Orlando Magic's offensive needs go beyond guard production. Hoping to add a perimeter threat, they signed Kentavious Caldwell-Pope last offseason. His underperformance under an expensive deal could lead to a different path, possibly addressing it through the draft.
Veteran guard Kentavious Caldwell-Pope believes the Orlando Magic have the foundation and mindset needed to contend for a championship — and he’s made it clear that bringing a title to Central Florida is at the top of his list.
The Orlando Magic found one of the best veterans in Kentavious Caldwell-Pope during the 2024 offseason. They signed KCP to a three-year, $66 million deal in hopes of helping build a competitive squad around their young core.
The 41-41 Orlando Magic are currently trailing the 61-21 Boston Celtics in their first round playoff matchup, 0-2, as the best-of-seven series heads to the Kia Center for Game 3 on Friday.
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