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Orlando Magic News / NBA Analysis Network / October 23

Desmond Bane shares noticeable difference between playing with Paolo Banchero and Jaren Jackson Jr

Desmond Bane made his Orlando Magic debut against the Miami Heat on Wednesday night. The Magic won 125-121, with big performances from Paolo Banchero, Franz Wagner, and Bane.

Orlando Magic News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 23

Magic’s Paolo Banchero, Jamahl Mosley rave about Desmond Bane’s impact

The Orlando Magic opened their 2025-26 season with a statement win on Tuesday night, defeating the Miami Heat 125-121 at the Kia Center. The debut of veteran guard Desmond Bane stole much of the spotlight, earning immediate praise from star forward Paolo Banchero and head coach Jamahl Mosley following his first game in a Magic uniform.

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Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / October 23

Orlando Magic offense has a trick up its sleeve

The Orlando Magic might have just found their next calling card go-to offensive action. On opening night, in the opening play, Orlando's offense generates a wide open alley-oop for Wendell Carter Jr.

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Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / October 23

Suggs hustle, Franz footwork highlight Orlando Magic win

The Magic open the game with a Bane/Banchero P&R – Bane draws 2, hits rolling Paolo who has a 2-on-1 vs rim-protector, opening up alley-oop lob pass to Wendell from the dunker spot.

NBA News / Orlando Magic on SI / October 23

5 Magic grades after win vs. Heat

The Orlando Magic won a thriller against the Miami Heat that forced the team to lock in all the way down to the wire. The responded by doing just that, closing out the game with a strong 4th quarter run to take the lead away from the Heat and they never looked back once they pulled ahead.

Orlando Magic News / EasySportz / October 23

Desmond Bane’s Debut Powers Magic Past Heat on Opening Night

New arrival delivers 23 points and late-game poise as Orlando holds off Miami to open the season strong The Orlando Magic opened their season with a statement win.

Orlando Magic News / Sports Club Florida / October 23

Magic Make a Statement: Orlando Outlasts Miami in a Sunshine State Showdown

The Magic edged out the Heat 125–121 in a wild season opener that featured multiple lead changes, clutch baskets, and a statement of intent from Orlando.

NBA News / Field Level Media / October 22

Magic ride last-minute heroics to opening win over Heat

Desmond Bane scored 23 points in his Orlando debut and Wendell Carter Jr. had a clutch rebound and sank two clinching free throws to lift the Magic past visiting the Miami Heat 125-121 on Wednesday in the season opener for both teams.

NBA News / Yardbarker / October 23

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Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / October 20

Fantasy Preview: Which Magic Players to Draft?

NBA Season is right around the corner which also means Fantasy Basketball is there right alongside it. The Orlando Magic look to have their best offensive season in a while in addition to their top tier defense.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / October 20

Three statistic projections for Magic's young core

The Magic are assembling talents that could blend together in different ways, a core four of foul-drawing downhill drive-and-kick scoring threats with a variety of complementary skill-sets.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / October 20

Analyst thinks Magic haven't done enough to contend, but here's why they have

The Orlando Magic are going into the season hoping to be better from beyond the arc. The Magic doubled down on those hopes by trading for Memphis Grizzlies guard Desmond Bane, surrendering Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, Cole Anthony and four first-round picks to bring him into the fold.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / October 19

Desmond Bane could hold key to Magic's success this season

The Orlando Magic are excited to have Desmond Bane as a key player for their roster this season. Bane, 27, is entering his first season with the Magic after five seasons with the Memphis Grizzlies, where he grew every year.

Orlando Magic News / CBSSports.com / October 18

The conversation: Will Desmond Bane cure what has ailed the Magic?

We're previewing the 2025-26 Orlando Magic, who have added some serious firepower

Orlando Magic 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.

Orlando Magic 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.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / October 9

NBA Notes: Magic, Desmond Bane, Timberwolves, Johnny Juzang, Wizards

The Magic went all-in on offense this summer, landing Desmond Bane in a blockbuster deal that sent Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, Cole Anthony and four unprotected first-round picks to Memphis.

Orlando Magic News / EssentiallySports / October 4

Will Desmond Bane Make His Magic Debut vs Heat in NBA Preseason Game?

The Orlando Magic are coming into this season after having a pretty average regular season last time. They had a 41-41 record, forcing the Magic to make one of the biggest splashes of the NBA offseason.

Orlando Magic News / NBA Analysis Network / September 28

Orlando Magic’s biggest changes for 2025-26 NBA season, including trading for Desmond Bane

The Orlando Magic have a shot at being one of the top teams in the Eastern Conference next season. Following a four-year playoff drought, the Orlando Magic have once again become a postseason team in the last two seasons.

NBA News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / September 26

Desmond Bane Sends Sincere Message To Grizzlies After Offseason Trade

The Memphis Grizzlies finished last season with a 48-34 record, but likely could've had a Top 4 seed in the Western Conference, if not for a late-season collapse.

Orlando Magic News / Hoops Wire / September 26

NBA Notes: Magic, Desmond Bane, Pacers, Hornets

New Magic guard Desmond Bane says he likes what he sees in Orlando — and what he sees in himself next to Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner. “I think my skill set complements those guys very well,” Bane told Sportskeeda’s Mark Medina.

Orlando Magic News / Athlon Sports / September 26

Desmond Bane Appreciates The Orlando Magic's New Player

After the trade to the Orlando Magic, Desmond Bane has settled in well. His addition is a big part of the team's upcoming campaign in the 2025-26 season.

Orlando Magic News / NBA Analysis Network / September 25

Desmond Bane says Orlando Magic have signed one of his favorite players, ‘he is a rock’

The Orlando Magic made a huge splash this summer trading for Desmond Bane. The Orlando Magic acquired Desmond Bane from the Memphis Grizzlies for Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, Cole Anthony, four unprotected first-round picks and one first-round pick swap.