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Former Mavericks' Player Development Coach Joins the Magic: Report

The Orlando Magic made a key acquisition for their coaching staff on Wednesday. According to ESPN's Shams Charania, the Magic signed God Shammgod as an assistant coach for the 2025-26 season.

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Orlando Magic Make Key Coaching Acquisition Amid Free Agency

After utilizing the draft and free agency to make roster additions, the Orlando Magic have also made a coaching acquisition. According to ESPN insider Shams Charania, Dallas Mavericks player development coach God Shammgod agreed to join Orlando's staff as an assistant coach.

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Beloved Mavericks assistant to join Magic coaching staff

The Orlando Magic are one of many Eastern Conference teams going all in for the 2026 season. The Magic traded for Desmond Bane from the Memphis Grizzlies before free agency.

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Three Standout Players To Watch During Orlando Magic's Summer League Games

The Orlando Magic’s 20-man Summer League roster was recently revealed, featuring newly drafted rookies Jase Richardson and Noah Penda, along with first-year forward Tristan da Silva.

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Orlando Magic Grade Revealed After Signing Tyus Jones

The Orlando Magic have a new point guard in town after signing Phoenix Suns veteran Tyus Jones to a one-year deal worth $7 million. Jones, 29, averaged 10.2 points and 5.3 assists in his one season with the Suns.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / July 2

ESPN Makes Yet Another Bold Claim Regarding Orlando Magic For Next Season

The Orlando Magic are done rebuilding. They're ready to take the leap fans are expecting. After trading for Desmond Bane and signing free agent Tyus Jones, others are starting to take notice.

Desmond Bane News / Orlando Magic on SI / July 2

ESPN Insider Strongly Defends Orlando Magic Trade Package For Desmond Bane

The Cleveland Cavaliers and New York Knicks are the favorites in the Eastern Conference next season. Right behind them are the Orlando Magic and Atlanta Hawks.

Orlando Magic News / Athlon Sports / July 2

Magic Roster and Projected Starting Lineup After Making Major Moves

The Orlando Magic have been active since the NBA free agency started. They made significant moves to address their needs heading into the 2025-26 season.

Orlando Magic News / The SportsRush / July 2

Paul Pierce Recalls Intense Kobe Bryant Moment at Magic Johnson’s 'Midnight Magic' Party

Kobe Bryant was one of the most intense personalities the NBA has ever seen. He was so intense that even off the court, he would continue to play mind games with his opponents by saying and doing certain things.

Orlando Magic News / Total Apex Sports / July 1

Magic Contract Moves: Tracking Orlando’s 2025 Free Agency and Roster Updates

The Orlando Magic have wasted no time shaping their roster this summer. Following a promising season, the franchise has focused on internal development while strategically adding outside help.

Tyus Jones News / Orlando Magic on SI / July 1

Orlando Magic See Title Chances Rise After Big Free Agent Acquisition

The Orlando Magic made their second free agency signing on Monday by acquiring Phoenix Suns point guard Tyus Jones on a one-year, $7 million deal. With the addition of Jones, Orlando's title chances just got better.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / July 1

ESPN Analyst Predicts How Orlando Magic Will Put NBA On Notice

The Orlando Magic are among the most aggressive teams this offseason, mortgaging part of their future to win now. Along with the Magic, teams like the Atlanta Hawks and New York Knicks have also made bold moves.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / July 1

NBA Insider Expects Orlando Magic To Re-Sign Key Rotation Player

The Orlando Magic made their biggest but modest, free agency move by signing guard Tyus Jones to a one-year, $7 million deal. In pursuit of title contention, the team had already pulled off its largest trade since acquiring Markelle Fultz, landing Desmond Bane from the Memphis Grizzlies.

Orlando Magic News / Athlon Sports / June 30

Former Duke Guard Agrees to a Deal With Magic

The Orlando Magic started making moves on Monday as the NBA Free Agency started. One of the deals they made was to address the need for a lead guard. Throughout the 2024-25 season, the team relied on Jalen Suggs as the primary ball handler.

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Orlando Magic Make Huge Addition Signing Tyus Jones To One-Year, $7 Million Deal

Breaking: The Orlando Magic have addressed their need for a backup playmaker by signing unrestricted free agent Tyus Jones to a one-year, $7 million deal, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania.

Tyus Jones News / Fastbreak on SI / June 30

Orlando Magic Sign 10-Year NBA Veteran

Tyus Jones spent the 2024-25 season with the Phoenix Suns. The former Duke star finished the year with averages of 10.2 points, 2.4 rebounds and 5.3 assists per contest while shooting 44.8% from the field and 41.4% from the three-point range in 81 games.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / June 30

Orlando Magic Reportedly Interested In Top Free Agent Three-Point Shooter

The Orlando Magic are expected to take full advantage of free agency as they look to build on the acquisitions made earlier this offseason. Entering the summer, improving three-point shooting was the team’s top priority.

Cole Anthony News / Larry Brown Sports / June 30

Greg Anthony spreads buyout rumor about his son

Greg Anthony had a somewhat awkward moment on NBATV Monday as he spread a buyout rumor about his own son. Anthony was part of NBATV’s free agency coverage Monday afternoon, and at one point brought up his son, Memphis Grizzlies guard Cole Anthony.

Orlando Magic News / NBA Draft on SI / June 30

Did Orlando Magic Have Best Haul of 2025 NBA Draft?

The Orlando Magic approached the 2025 NBA Draft with a clear vision: continue building around the young core of Jalen Suggs, Paolo Banchero, Franz Wagner, and Desmond Bane.

Orlando Magic News / Athlon Sports / June 30

Ex-Magic $39 Million Fan Favorite in Danger of Being Traded for Second Time in Month

The NBA free agency frenzy is officially in full swing, and one of the names unexpectedly in the spotlight is Cole Anthony. Just weeks after being traded from the Orlando Magic to the Memphis Grizzlies, the 25-year-old guard might be on the move again and fast.

Orlando Magic News / The SportsRush / June 30

'Who You Want Your Daughter To Bring Home': Kevin Garnett Goes At Paolo Banchero For His Niceness

Paolo Banchero’s steady ascent to NBA stardom may have gone under the radar for some. But make no mistake, the Orlando Magic forward has been one of the consistently brilliant performers in the league for some time.

Orlando Magic News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 30

Orlando Magic 2025 NBA Draft grades for every pick

The Orlando Magic entered the 2025 NBA Draft as a young, frisky team rich in talent but poor in polish. With the Eastern Conference deepening and expectations growing, Orlando approached this draft needing more than just “upside.” They needed real answers.

Orlando Magic News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 29