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The Orlando Magic's frontcourt doesn't have any standout talents, but it is full of solid contributors. Although Wendell Carter Jr., Goga Bitadze, Moe Wagner, and Jonathan Isaac each contribute when healthy, there's a strong argument to be made the Magic should downsize this group.

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 / Duke Blue Devils on SI / July 1

Three Duke Basketball One-And-Dones Appear in Projected Magic Rotation

Wendell Carter Jr. and Paolo Banchero have been teammates ever since the Orlando Magic drafted the latter No. 1 overall at the 2022 NBA Draft. Now, that pair of Duke basketball products, each a full-time starter in the frontcourt, is set to play alongside a third Orlando Blue Devil in 2015 national champion and one-and-done guard Tyus Jones.

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Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / May 12

Orlando Magic's Wendell Carter Jr. Looks To Improve In One Key Area

The Orlando Magic dealt with numerous injuries throughout the season, forcing other players to help the team stay afloat in the standings. One of those players, Wendell Carter Jr., appeared in 68 games this season, the most of his seven-year career, but said in a recent interview he didn’t make as much of an impact as he had hoped.

NBA News / Yardbarker / April 23

No Jayson Tatum, no problem: Celtics down Magic in Game 2

Jayson Tatum missed Game 2 with a bone bruise on his shooting wrist. The Orlando Magic just shot the ball like their wrists were bruised.

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NBA News / Yardbarker / April 16

Big bench performances lift Magic to play-in win over Hawks

After the Atlanta Hawks cut a 22-point lead to just six points after three quarters, Cole Anthony and the Orlando Magic's bench stepped up to right the ship.

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Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / April 11

Why Magic's Division Title, Postseason Security is Valuable for Growth

INDIANAPOLIS – A season ago, winning 47 games allowed the Orlando Magic to dream big for their follow-up campaign. Possible homecourt advantage. A potential top-four seed.

Orlando Magic News / Athlon Sports / April 9

Magic Trade News Revealed Ahead of NBA Playoffs

The Orlando Magic's full attention is on the NBA Play-In Tournament as the franchise attempts to punch their ticket to the playoffs by securing one of the final two seeds.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / March 21

What Jamahl Mosley, Paolo Banchero and Wendell Carter Jr. Said After Magic's Win At Washington

The Orlando Magic cruised to a 120-105 victory over the Washington Wizards in the nation's capital on Friday. Recap: Banchero's big night, 17 threes help Magic past Wizards After the game, coach Jamahl Mosley, forward Paolo Banchero and center Wendell Carter Jr.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / March 7

What Jamahl Mosley, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope and Wendell Carter Jr. Said After Magic's Loss to Bulls

ORLANDO, Fla. – The Orlando Magic dropped their fifth straight contest Thursday night, falling to the Chicago Bulls 125-123. Recap: White scores 44, Magic drop fifth straight in shootout with Bulls After the game, Magic coach Jamahl Mosley, guard Kentavious Caldwell-Pope and center Wendell Carter Jr.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / February 7

What Jamahl Mosley, Wendell Carter Jr. Said After Magic's 112-90 Loss to Nuggets

The Orlando Magic fell to the Denver Nuggets 112-90 on Thursday night, capping off a 1-4 Western road trip. After the game, Magic coach Jamahl Mosley and center Wendell Carter Jr.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / November 19

Nearing Return, Magic's Wendell Carter Jr. Practices Ahead of Clippers Matchup

Orlando Magic center Wendell Carter Jr. went through part of the team's practice on Tuesday afternoon and will be listed as questionable for Wednesday's game between the Magic and Los Angeles Clippers, according to a report from Magic writer Dan Savage.

Orlando Magic News / Sports Club Florida / October 17

Wendell Carter Jr. Injury Update: Will Magic Center Play vs. Sixers on Friday?

Wendell Carter Jr. is medically cleared from a serious injury after the Orlando Magic center sustained a sprained ankle in a pre-season game against the New Orleans Pelicans last week.

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Orlando Magic News / Field Level Media / October 8

Magic extend C Wendell Carter Jr.'s contract

Center Wendell Carter Jr. is committed to the Orlando Magic into the future after signing a contract extension on Monday. The team confirmed the signing on social media but did not announce the terms.

Orlando Magic News / Hoops Wire / October 7

Magic, Wendell Carter Jr. Agree To Three-Year Extension

The Magic have signed center Wendell Carter Jr. to a contract extension, according to a team press release. Per Shams Charania of ESPN, the deal is for three years and $58.7 million.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / August 30

Magic's Wendell Carter Jr. Shares Love of Flight by Inspiring Next Generation

SANFORD, Fla. –– Here’s a young Wendell Carter Jr., boarding an airplane and meeting a pilot for the first time in his life. He’s not yet 10 years old.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / July 11, 2024

Lakers reportedly eyeing former top-10 pick on trade market

After coming up empty thus far in free agency, the Los Angeles Lakers may have a new plan. Sean Deveney of Heavy Sports reports this week that center Wendell Carter Jr.

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NBA News / Hoops Wire / July 11, 2024

Report: Lakers Interested In Trading For Magic’s Wendell Carter Jr.

According to NBA insider Sean Deveney of Heavy Sports, the Los Angeles Lakers are interested in trading for Orlando Magic big man Wendell Carter Jr. Carter Jr.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / July 6, 2024

Pelicans could trade for another notable Duke product?

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Orlando Magic News / Hoops Rumors / May 11, 2024

Magic center to undergo second surgery on left hand

Magic center to undergo second surgical procedure on left hand

With the Orlando Magic out of the playoffs, center Wendell Carter Jr. will undergo a second surgery on his left hand.

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NBA News / Yardbarker / March 27, 2024

NBA props for 3/27: Amen will get the last word

Tonight there are 12 NBA games on the schedule. Looks like the Association wanted to load up before the return of the NCAAs. Phoenix at Denver is the one we circled so it looks like we're going to be up late.

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Orlando Magic News / NBA Analysis Network / February 2, 2024

Report: Magic No Longer Looking To Trade Wendell Carter Jr.

According to NBA insider Jake Fischer of Yahoo Sports, the Orlando Magic are no longer looking to trade big man Wendell Carter Jr. Carter Jr. has helped the Magic rack up the eighth-best record in the Eastern Conference.

Orlando Magic News / Larry Brown Sports / January 14, 2024

Could the Magic trade two former top ten picks ahead of deadline?

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Orlando Magic News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / January 12, 2024

NBA Trade Rumor: Magic’s Wendell Carter Jr. Could Be Moved; Perfect Mavs Backup Center?

As the current cast of Dallas Mavericks players try to find a way to build on their 23-16 record, which is good for seventh-place in the Western Conference heading into two huge home games against the sixth-ranked New Orleans Pelicans, the front office continues to search for ways to upgrade the roster.