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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.

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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.

Paolo Banchero 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.

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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.

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The best draft pick in the history of NBA franchise

The draft is a huge key to building a team. Sometimes, picks don't work out the way general managers hope, but sometimes, they can change the fate of your franchise's next decade or two.

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

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / October 10

Will Paolo Banchero be a good fit for the new USA coach?

The Avengers have a new *Nick Fury at the helm. (*In case you forgot, Nick Fury was the character played by Samuel L. Jackson in those Avenger movies you might have seen in the 2010s.

NBA News / EssentiallySports / October 10

Billionaire Magic Johnson Honors Over 100 People After $9 Billion Company’s Deal

We all know that Magic Johnson hails from Michigan and even won an NCAA championship for the Michigan State Spartans. So why did he attend an event at WSU?

Orlando Magic News / EssentiallySports / October 10

Magic Johnson To Help 80 Million Americans As He Takes New Role For FIFA World Cup

Los Angeles shares him with Washington these days, but Earvin “Magic” Johnson is Mr Los Angeles. With the City of Angels playing host to some blockbuster events, it was only logical to call upon their walking symbol to lead the way.

Franz Wagner News / Orlando Magic on SI / October 9

Franz Wagner gets some respect around here, after all

As we all assume our new normal life under the siege of The Alien Wembanyama who has taken over our game as The Thompson Twins explode into the second row every other possession, let's not forget about good ol' fundamental Franz "Chef" Wagner.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / October 9

Magic coach remains grounded amid shocking season projections

Following their most aggressive offseason in recent memory, the discourse and overall expectations for the Orlando Magic have drastically changed. With consensus top 10 odds to win the championship, they are no longer underdogs.

Paolo Banchero News / Hoops Wire / October 9

East Notes: Magic, Paolo Banchero, Knicks, Pacers, projections

According to ESPN’s Kevin Pelton, the Magic may not quite reach their lofty Vegas projection — but that doesn’t mean he’s down on them. In fact, Pelton’s model places Orlando just a fraction behind Cleveland for the best record in the East.

Jamahl Mosley News / Orlando Magic on SI / October 9

Jamahl Mosley among those on NBA GMs' minds

In a recent survey of NBA GMs, they asked the executives, 'Which head coach is the best manager/motivator of people?' The Top-5 vote-getters were: 1. Erik Spoelstra, Miami – 28% 2.

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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 / Orlando Magic on SI / October 9

Who is the Orlando Magic's Biggest X-Factor?

After throwing the same expected changeups down the middle of the strike zone year after year, The Orlando Magic are finally throwing a few curveballs at the rest of the league.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / October 9

Magic have sights set on deep playoff run

The Orlando Magic are coming off back-to-back playoff appearances and the team hopes to make a deeper postseason run in the upcoming season. Magic center Wendell Carter Jr.

Magic Johnson 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.

Paolo Banchero News / Hardwood Heroics / October 9

'He’s a Swiss Army Knife' – Orlando Magic Guard Draws Bold 'Missing Piece' Claim From Paolo Banchero

Paolo Banchero strongly believes that the Orlando Magic have all the tools to contend in the Eastern Conference, and the team’s offseason acquisition of Desmond Bane is the icing on the cake.

Jonathan Isaac News / Orlando Magic on SI / October 8

Jonathan Isaac reveals lofty goal heading into new season

Orlando Magic forward Jonathan Isaac has struggled to stay healthy over his eight-year career. Isaac, drafted No. 6 overall in the 2017 NBA Draft, has appeared in 70 percent of his team's games just three times.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / October 8

Look for this specific Orlando Magic lineup

The Orlando Magic have a strong starting lineup, but can throw out other deadly combinations, too. One of the Magic’s best lineups in 2024-25 included Franz Wagner, Goga Bitadze, Wendell Carter Jr., Jalen Suggs and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, who was later included in the deal to bring in Desmond Bane.

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.

Orlando Magic News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 8

Magic’s Paolo Banchero fires ’99 percent’ claim about Desmond Bane

Orlando Magic star Paolo Banchero is confident they have the tools to be a strong contender in the Eastern Conference. They have flirted with success in recent years, and it’s only a matter of time until they get over the hump.