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Final Injury Report for Timberwolves-Magic: Will Anthony Black Play?

The Orlando Magic are at home Friday night as they host the Minnesota Timberwolves in an interconference showdown. Orlando enters Friday’s game with an 0-1 record after losing at home to the Atlanta Hawks Wednesday night.

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5 Burning Questions Ahead of Timberwolves vs. Magic

ORLANDO, Fla. — The Orlando Magic are returning to the floor tonight as they take on the Minnesota Timberwolves at the Kia Center. To learn more about the Wolves' current state of affairs, we spoke with Minnesota Timberwolves On SI contributor Charlie Walton.

NBA News / Orlando Magic on SI / October 23

How the Magic Contain Anthony Edwards & LaMelo Ball

Fresh off a season-opening loss at home, Orlando looks to bounce back with the Minnesota Timberwolves in town. Minnesota rolls in fresh off blowing out the Heat in Miami, with the team averaging a league-high 50 three-point attempts through the its first two games.

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The 'NBA 60-point scorers' quiz

Throughout NBA history, only 40 players have scored 60 or more points during an NBA regular-season game. How many of the 40 can you name in six minutes?

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Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / October 23

Magic Ready for Battle-Tested Gauntlet, Starting With Wolves

ORLANDO, Fla. — The Orlando Magic are continuing their stretch of playing six playoff teams from a year ago to start the season as they welcome the Minnesota Timberwolves to town.

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Every NBA team's X-factor for the 2026-27 season

Who is the X factor for every NBA player this season? We’re not talking about the go-to guy, like Nikola Jokic or Steph Curry. It could be a big-name player, an all-star, or a bench player, but they are the pivot point for their team.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / October 22

Biggest overreaction from the Orlando Magic's opening night loss to Hawks

The Orlando Magic could not close the door on their home floor in their season opener against the Atlanta Hawks, losing 132-125. Despite crawling back by as many as 14 points, a pair of clutch Nickeil Alexander-Walker 3-pointers gave the Magic their first loss of the season.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / October 22

Two Ways Magic Can Fix Biggest Weakness vs. Wolves

ORLANDO, Fla. — The Orlando Magic are hoping to get in the win column when they take on the Minnesota Timberwolves in their second game at the Kia Center.

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Paolo Banchero News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 22

Magic star Paolo Banchero makes NBA history with unprecedented feat despite loss to Hawks

Orlando Magic star Paolo Banchero made NBA history Wednesday night despite the team’s 132-125 loss to the Atlanta Hawks in its 2026-27 regular-season opener at home.

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The 25 best NBA players to never play in college

Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.

Orlando Magic News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 22

Magic star Paolo Banchero speaks up on tense confrontation with Jalen Johnson

Paolo Banchero says he was not the one who started his heated exchange with Jalen Johnson at the end of the Orlando Magic’s season opener. He just was not about to walk away from it.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / October 21

Paolo Banchero, Jalen Johnson get heated at the end of season opener

Two former Duke stars were going at it after Wednesday’s season opener. The Atlanta Hawks faced off against the Orlando Magic on Wednesday to tip off their respective 2026-27 NBA seasons.

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Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / October 21

Our final seed, record predictions for Magic ahead of 2026-27 season

The Orlando Magic season has officially arrived, as they will be taking the floor Wednesday night at 7:00 p.m. EST inside Kia Center against the Atlanta Hawks.

Franz Wagner News / Orlando Magic on SI / October 21

Franz Wagner status for Magic opener vs. Hawks: Injuries, Odds & Preview

Game date, time and location: Wednesday, Oct. 21, 7:10 p.m. ET, Kia Center, Orlando, Florida TV: MagicTV 27 (Orlando), WANF/Gray Media, Prime (Atlanta) Radio: 96.9 The Game (Orlando), 92.9 The Game (Atlanta) VITALS: These teams finished just one game apart in the Southeast last season as the division race wasn't decided until the final week.

Orlando Magic News / Kicks on SI / October 21

First Look at the Air Jordan 11 'Magic Ball'

Earlier this month, Jordan Brand officially unveiled plans to celebrate Space Jam's 30th anniversary. The wide range of footwear included different sports and styles in honor of the iconic movie.

Orlando Magic News / Athlon Sports / October 21

Final Injury Report for Hawks-Magic: Will Anthony Black, Franz Wagner Play?

The Orlando Magic are at home Wednesday night as they host the Atlanta Hawks in their 2026-27 NBA season opener. Orlando enters the new season looking

Orlando Magic News / Hoops Rumors / October 21

Magic Pick Up Options On Tristan Da Silva, Jase Richardson

The Magic have exercised their 2027/28 rookie scale team options on forward Tristan Da Silva and guard Jase Richardson, reports Jason Beede of The Orlando Sentinel (Twitter link).

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / October 21

3 Burning Questions For Banchero, Wagner And Magic As They Tip Off Season

The Orlando Magic have three games this week: home against the Atlanta Hawks, home against the Minnesota Timberwolves and away against the New York Knicks.

NBA News / Orlando Magic on SI / October 21

Why To Watch the Orlando Magic's Opener Against the Atlanta Hawks

The Orlando Magic kick off their 2026-27 regular season against an Eastern Conference foe: the Atlanta Hawks. The Magic host the Hawks on Oct. 21. In general, the start of the Magic's season will be interesting.

Orlando Magic News / Hoops Wire / October 20

NBA Notes: Magic, Anthony Black, Blazers, Scoot Henderson, Mavericks

Anthony Black will enter the season without an extension, leaving the Magic with a contract decision that could get more expensive if he takes another step.

Orlando Magic News / EssentiallySports / October 19

'Not My Choice': Anthony Black Sends Cryptic Reply to Fan’s ‘Don’t Leave’ Plea as Magic Extension Deadline Looms

Anthony Black has given Orlando Magic fans another reason to worry about his future. The 22-year-old’s latest social media interaction has only added to the uncertainty.

Orlando Magic News / Scoop B / October 19

Beyond the Whistle: How Sean Sweeney’s Pedigree and Championship Standard Are Reshaping the Orlando Magic

ORLANDO — Inside Orlando, Florida, the energy surrounding the Orlando Magic is palpable. Fresh off a busy offseason and stepping into a new era on the sidelines, Orlando’s front office, roster core and franchise legends are locked in on one objective: elevating a talented young foundation into a legitimate contender.

Orlando Magic News / EssentiallySports / October 18

NBA Star and Former 1st Round Pick Set to Leave USA After Getting Waived by Magic Ahead Of New Season

A former first-round pick could be heading out of the States after another year of NBA setbacks. The Orlando Magic waived Kevin Knox on October 16, ending the forward’s latest attempt to secure a roster spot for the upcoming season.

Noah Penda News / Hoops Rumors / October 17

Noah Penda Has Partial Hamstring Tear, Could Miss ‘Significant Time’

Noah Penda is expected to miss “significant time” after suffering a partially torn right hamstring during the Magic’s preseason finale against Miami on Friday, sources tell Jason Beede of The Orlando Sentinel (Twitter link).

Orlando Magic News / Hoops Rumors / October 17

Magic Waive Malaki Branham, JD Davison, Kevin Knox

The Magic have waived Malaki Branham, JD Davison and Kevin Knox, per a team press release. Each of the three players was signed to an Exhibit 10 contract and is now eligible for a bonus worth up to $91K if he spends at least 60 days in the G League with the Osceola Magic.

Orlando Magic News / Larry Brown Sports / October 16