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NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / September 13

Magic Johnson gets real on where ‘bad boy’ LeBron James ranks compared to Michael Jordan

Magic Johnson spoke about the ever-present GOAT debate between Michael Jordan and LeBron James, siding with his fellow Dream Team star. The debate between Michael Jordan and LeBron James will likely never end.

Franz Wagner News / NBA Analysis Network / September 13

Franz Wagner believes former LA Lakers player shining in EuroBasket could make NBA comeback

Franz Wagner shined in Germany’s 98-86 semifinal victory over Finland at EuroBasket 2025. The Orlando Magic forward contributed 22 points while shooting 37.5% from three-point range to help secure his country’s spot in the championship game.

Paolo Banchero News / The SportsRush / September 13

2x NBA Champion Ready to 'Bet Everything' on Paolo Banchero Becoming One of the Best

When the Orlando Magic selected Paolo Banchero first overall in 2022, they saw a long-term asset who could pull them out of the barrel of irrelevancy and help them compete for big things again.

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The '2024-25 NBA triple-doubles' quiz

43 different players recorded a triple-double in the 2024-25 NBA season. How many of them can you name in six minutes?

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Orlando Magic News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 12

Tracy McGrady says meeting Magic’s Penny Hardaway ‘opened the door’ for his career

Tracy McGrady credited former Orlando Magic star Penny Hardaway as a pivotal influence on his career, explaining that meeting the four-time All-Star guard helped shape his path to NBA stardom.

NBA News / Yardbarker

20 old school players who would have thrived in the modern NBA

Which former NBA players watch today's game and think to themselves, Man, I would have been awesome in today's game? Probably all of them. But how many of them are right?

Orlando Magic News / NBA Analysis Network / September 12

The three most exciting Orlando Magic players to watch, including a key difference maker

The Orlando Magic have reloaded and could take a major leap in the East this season. The Magic burst onto the scene in the 2023-2024 season, clinching their first playoff berth since the bubble-shortened season.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / September 12

Orlando Magic Could Have Best Starting Lineup in NBA

The Orlando Magic are going into the season with a new starting lineup after the team traded for Desmond Bane from the Memphis Grizzlies. Bane will join a starting lineup that features Jalen Suggs, Franz Wagner, Paolo Banchero and Wendell Carter Jr.

NBA News / Orlando Magic on SI / September 11

Could Orlando Magic Trade For Philadelphia 76ers $16 Million Forward?

The Orlando Magic are always looking for ways in which they can improve the team, especially considering the fact that they are now viewed as contenders in the Eastern Conference.

Orlando Magic News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 10

Magic’s Franz Wagner gets 100% real about playing skinny Luka Doncic in EuroBasket

Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner continued to shine for Germany in the EuroBasket, leading the team to the semifinals after beating the Luka Doncic-led Slovenia in the quarterfinals on Wednesday.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / September 10

Germany beats Doncic, Slovenia to round out EuroBasket's final four

Germany beats Luka Doncic, Slovenia to round out EuroBasket's final four

Germany overcame a second-half deficit and another scoring outburst by Luka Doncic to defeat Slovenia for a spot in the EuroBasket semifinals, writes Cesare Milanti of Eurohoops.

New NBA 'heave' rule rewards stars who don't pad stats

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The 'NBA playoff point-per-game leaders' quiz

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / September 10

OPINION: NBA Finals trip for Orlando Magic not out of the question

The natural progression for a team on the rise is to go further than they did the previous season. The Orlando Magic took the Cleveland Cavaliers to an intense seven games in 2023-24, but couldn't take the next step last year because injuries wrecked their crew.

Dwight Howard News / Orlando Magic on SI / September 10

Dwight Howard says missing NBA's 75th anniversary team was a 'big slap in the face'

Former Orlando Magic great Dwight Howard was enshrined into the Basketball Hall of Fame this weekend. And the long-time big man isn't shy about reminding folks that he was deserving of making the NBA's 75th Anniversary team.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / September 10

Orlando Magic Praised in NBA Jersey Ranking

The Orlando Magic are donning new jerseys in the upcoming season to launch into a new era for the franchise. The new jerseys pay homage to the past 36 years of the franchise's history while also offering a fresh look into what the future can hold.

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Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / September 10

3 Lineups That Orlando Magic Fans Should Be Most Excited About

The Orlando Magic are primed for a deep Eastern Conference run this year after going all in after acquiring point guard Desmond Bane from the Memphis Grizzlies.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 10

Goga Bitadze ejected from EuroBasket quarterfinals after vicious elbow to face

Orlando Magic center Goga Bitadze saw his EuroBasket 2025 campaign end abruptly after being ejected in Georgia’s quarterfinals matchup against Finland.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / September 10

Orlando Magic Praised in NBA Jersey Ranking

The Orlando Magic are donning new jerseys in the upcoming season to launch into a new era for the franchise. The new jerseys pay homage to the past 36 years of the franchise's history while also offering a fresh look into what the future can hold.

Dwight Howard News / Orlando Magic on SI / September 9

Dwight Howard sends heartfelt message to former Magic coach during Hall of Fame speech

Dwight Howard was officially enshrined into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame over the weekend after 18 NBA seasons, including eight with the Orlando Magic (2004-12).

Jalen Slawson News / Hoops Rumors / September 9

Pacers add former second-round pick on a training camp deal

He was a late second-round selection for the Kings in 2023. He appeared in 12 games off the bench for Sacramento as a rookie on a two-way deal.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / September 9

Blockbuster Mock Trade Sends Hawks’ $215 Million Star to Magic to Bolster Backcourt

The Orlando Magic were the surprise team in the Eastern Conference during the 2023-24 season as they finished fifth in the standings and made the playoffs, though they took a step back last season.

Orlando Magic News / Hardwood Heroics / September 9

'You Are My GOAT' – Ex-Orlando Magic Star Names Kareem Abdul-Jabbar as the Greatest Player

When it comes to talking about who the GOAT is, it’s usually Michael Jordan and LeBron James. For ex-Orlando Magic star Dwight Howard, however, he believes that a big man is the GOAT in the NBA.

Orlando Magic News / Hoops Wire / September 7

Dwight Howard credits Stan Van Gundy in Hall of Fame speech

Dwight Howard entered the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame on Saturday night and made sure to thank the coach who helped guide him to his peak years with the Orlando Magic.

NBA News / Yardbarker / September 7

Five standout players from first EuroBasket knockout games

The first four games of the Round of 16 knockout phase at the FIBA EuroBasket 2025 are in the books, and there were several standout performances.

Kristaps Porzingis has shown Celtics fans what they're missing

Nikola Jokic, Serbia eliminated by Finland, Lauri Markkanen in upset

Turkey, Germany both advance to the EuroBasket quarterfinals

Five EuroBasket stars who could have a breakout year in the NBA

NBA makes major move regarding Clippers, Kawhi Leonard investigation

Dwight Howard, others enter Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame

Orlando Magic News / Athlon Sports / September 5

3 Orlando Magic Players Who Could be Traded During the 2025-26 NBA Season

After being the surprise team in the NBA during the 2023-24 season, the Orlando Magic took a step back last season as they finished the season with a 41-41 record.

Orlando Magic News / Hardwood Heroics / September 3

'They All Are Ready to Make Their Mark' – Orlando Magic Assistant Has High Expectations for Star Duo in the 2025-26 Season

Besides re-signing Paolo Banchero and Moe Wagner to new contracts and adding Desmond Bane and Tyus Jones, the Orlando Magic also bolstered their coaching staff this offseason by adding God Shammgod as an assistant.