Dec 23, 2024; Orlando, Florida, USA; Orlando Magic guard Jalen Suggs (4) looks on against the Boston Celtics in the third quarter at Kia Center. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

Orlando Magic's Fanbase Split On Jalen Suggs' Potential Trade

Originally posted on Orlando Magic on SI
By Andrew Cherico | Last updated May 28, 2025 6:33 PM ET

Jalen Suggs has developed into one of the league's best defenders, earning All-Defensive second team last season. While an elite defensive performance is brought to the court, availability is a concern.

Appearing in 70 games once in four seasons has raised questions regarding his future with the Orlando Magic. Entering a contending mindset while wanting to add offensive production has linked him to trades.

On a five-year $150 million contract, insider Zach Lowe said he wouldn't assume Suggs is on the roster for the foreseeable future.

"I kind of think Suggs goes out in all of those trades," Lowe said. "I think that contract is there partly because Jalen Suggs is awesome when he's available, but also because it's a little bit handy in trades. I wouldn't assume that Jalen Suggs is on the Magic for the next 10 years."

Some of the fanbase agrees.

#Magic fans… Thoughts? Zach Lowe on his show 2 days ago:

“Orlando comes up in like a fake star trade, people say, you can't have Suggs plus Wagner plus Banchero plus another super expensive guy. And in my head, I kind of think Suggs goes out in all of those trades. I think… pic.twitter.com/BupjXJ4SE0
— Andrew Cherico (@Andrew_Cherico) May 24, 2025

@qhar5 "Suggs can't stay healthy. We all know what he brings when he is available, but he is not untouchable, so if there is a trade on the table for a proven star."

@FeelLikePaolo "He’s right. Best ability is availability."

@DertTheSequel "This is his nice way of saying Suggs has done nothing to prove he should be on the team long term."

Some fans hate it.

@Wavegod561 "Suggs is a Magic lifer."