Goga Bitadze: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

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 / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 2

Magic’s Goga Bitadze sparks Georgia with breakout shooting in EuroBasket win over Cyprus

Orlando Magic center Goga Bitadze delivered one of his best outings at EuroBasket 2025, powering Georgia to a convincing 93-61 victory over Cyprus in Group C on Tuesday.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / July 28

Magic In Danger Of Losing Key Contributor Amid Growing Costs

With almost every successful transaction the Orlando Magic have achieved this offseason, a sacrifice has been made. Now, the organization may be under pressure to make another one.

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Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / July 21

Orlando Magic's German Duo Make Official Roster for EuroBasket

EuroBasket is about a month away as countries continue to finalize and announce their rosters. Orlando Magic center Goga Bitadze had already made the team for his home country, Georgia, but will now face a couple of familiar faces on the other side of the competition.

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Last Word On Sports / July 2

Lakers Could Solve Center Problems with One Bold Trade

As the Lakers search high and low for help at the five, one insider confirmed that, in addition to conference rivals, they’ve reached out to a young contender about two of their prominent centers.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / June 19

Unflattering Anniversary Photo Of Key Orlando Magic Player Goes Viral

Six years ago, Orlando Magic center Goga Bitadze was the punchline to a joke. He had the uncomfortable spot of sitting next to Zion Williamson at the podium for the NBA pre-draft media availability in New York.

NBA News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / June 15

Lakers Fans Call For Rob Pelinka to Land Goga Bitadze After Desmond Bane Trade

The NBA world was shaken to its core on Sunday when the Orlando Magic and Memphis Grizzlies pulled off the first of what should be many trades this offseason. The Grizzlies traded their starting guard, Desmond Bane, to the Magic in exchange for a massive haul.

NBA News / Orlando Magic on SI / June 14

Huge Los Angeles Lakers, Orlando Magic Trade Could Come Soon

The Orlando Magic are expected to make a trade or two this offseason, and it could result in one of their centers leaving the team. The Magic have three capable centers in the rotation in Wendell Carter Jr., Moe Wagner and Goga Bitadze.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Last Word On Sports / June 2

Young Backup Center Considered 'Realistic' Trade Target for Lakers

With the Los Angeles Lakers searching for a variety of centers ahead of free agency and the draft, a backup big from the East has emerged as a potential target and is an intriguing departure from those already connected to the team.

NBA News / Orlando Magic on SI / June 2

Los Angeles Lakers Could Trade For Orlando Magic Center

The Orlando Magic are looking to make some changes to their roster this offseason. This could include a busy summer in the trade market with three big men in the center rotation.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / May 19

Western Conference Contender Could Pursue Orlando Magic's Goga Bitadze

Following a heartbreaking series loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder, the Denver Nuggets know they need to add stronger depth behind their core this offseason.

NBA News / Orlando Magic on SI / May 5

Orlando Magic Center Named Los Angeles Clippers Trade Target

The Orlando Magic have been hinting at possible trades for the offseason after the team failed to make it out of the first round for a second consecutive season.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / May 3

Orlando Magic's Goga Bitadze Has Busy Offseason Ahead After Career Year

With his seventh NBA season in the books, Orlando Magic Center Goga Bitadze has a busy summer ahead. Bitadze, 25, refuses to get complacent, He plans to attack the offseason with a strong work ethic.

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Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / March 20

What Jamahl Mosley, Cory Joseph, and Goga Bitadze Said After Magic's Loss to Rockets

ORLANDO, Fla. –– The Orlando Magic fell to the Houston Rockets on Wednesday night, 116-108, as cold stretches of shotmaking proved costly. Recap: Cold stretches haunt Magic in 116-108 loss to streaking Rockets After the game, Magic coach Jamahl Mosley, guard Cory Joseph and center Goga Bitadze met reporters to discuss the result.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / January 30

Goga Bitadze's Instant Impact Is Welcome Sign for Slumping Magic

ORLANDO, Fla. — Hours before Goga Bitadze cleared concussion protocol and became available to play Monday, the Orlando Magic center lowered his expectations.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / January 28

What Jamahl Mosley, Franz Wagner, Goga Bitadze Said After Magic's 2OT Loss to Miami

MIAMI – The Orlando Magic dropped their Monday night matchup with the Miami Heat 125-119 in double overtime. After the game, Magic coach Jamahl Mosley, forward Franz Wagner and center Goga Bitadze met reporters to discuss the loss.

NBA News / Orlando Magic on SI / January 27

Magic's Goga Bitadze Feels 'Good to Go,' Available to Return Monday vs. Miami Heat

MIAMI – After participating in the Orlando Magic's Monday morning shootaround at the Kaseya Center, Goga Bitadze expressed his excitement for his potential return to action in the evening tilt with the Miami Heat.

NBA News / Orlando Magic on SI / January 15

Goga Bitadze Placed in Concussion Protocol; Out Wednesday vs. Milwaukee

MILWAUKEE – Orlando Magic center Goga Bitadze has been placed in concussion protocol and is out for Wednesday night's matchup versus the Milwaukee Bucks, Magic on SI has learned.

Orlando Magic News / Yardbarker / December 9

Goga Bitadze is turning into the Magic's secret weapon

Two seasons ago, the Indiana Pacers waived former first-round pick Goga Bitadze. Now he's an invaluable member of one of the NBA's best teams.

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Orlando Magic News / Larry Brown Sports / November 30

East contender draws two separate fines for flopping in same game

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NBA News / Last Word On Sports / November 30

‘Cheap’ Center Target: Goga Bitadze for Knicks, Lakers, Pelicans

The Los Angeles Lakers, New York Knicks and New Orleans Pelicans are facing different challenges at the center position. Finding a reliable, cost-effective solution could dramatically impact their success this season.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / November 11

'Steady' Goga Bitadze Adding Impact for Magic in Starting Role

ORLANDO, Fla. – This summer, Orlando Magic center Goga Bitadze could've gone anywhere. A first-round draft choice of the Indiana Pacers in 2019, inconsistent chances to play meant that Indiana viewed his skill set expendable enough to waive him in February 2023 – a potentially career-ending blow.

NBA News / Yardbarker / November 29, 2023

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