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Shaquille O'Neal Threatened To Leave Orlando Magic Before 1994 NBA Draft

NBA Hall of Famer Shaquille O'Neal became a fan of Penny Hardaway when the two were filming the movie Blue Chips in 1993. That's when O'Neal, who was playing for the Orlando Magic at the time, fell in love with Hardaway's game.

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Orlando Magic-Cleveland Cavaliers Injury Report: Sunday, March 16

CLEVELAND – The Orlando Magic and Cleveland Cavaliers meet Sunday for the third and final time this regular season, with tipoff at 1 p.m. ET on ABC from Rocket Arena.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / March 15

Moral Victories Not Enough for Magic as East-Leading Cavaliers Meeting Looms

MINNEAPOLIS – Shorthanded on the second night of a back-to-back, Franz Wagner’s driving layup gave the valiant Orlando Magic an 11-point lead just 12 seconds into the final quarter.

Caleb Houstan News / Orlando Magic on SI / March 15

Houstan's Hot Shooting a Byproduct of Behind-the-Scenes Work

MINNEAPOLIS – Steady opportunities have come few and far between for third-year Orlando Magic forward Caleb Houstan. But when coach Jamahl Mosley scoured his injury-shortened bench for shooting help to keep pace with the Minnesota Timberwolves, he landed on the seldom-used young gun who was ready to fire.

Paolo Banchero News / Athlon Sports / March 15

Paolo Banchero Reveals True Feelings Amid Rumored Beef With $58 Million Magic Vet

The start of 2025 has been rough for the Orlando Magic to say the least. For a season that started with promise, the Magic have faced a series of setbacks, with key injuries plaguing the team at various points.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / March 15

What Jamahl Mosley, Caleb Houstan, Paolo Banchero Said After Magic's Loss at Timberwolves

MINNEAPOLIS – The Orlando Magic fell to a fourth-quarter comeback on Friday night versus the Minnesota Timberwolves, losing 118-111. Recap: Despite Banchero's 43, Wolves dominate 4th quarter to overcome Magic After the game, Magic coach Jamahl Mosley and forwards Caleb Houstan and Paolo Banchero met reporters to discuss the loss.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / March 15

The Takeaways From Minnesota's Magical Win Against Orlando

The Minnesota Timberwolves have been one of the most impressive teams as of late. They have won seven straight games, good for the second-longest active winning streak in the league behind the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Orlando Magic News / Yardbarker / March 15

Magic blow another big fourth-quarter lead against Timberwolves

Before Friday night, the Orlando Magic had blown 11 fourth-quarter leads and 11 double-digit leads this season. Against the Minnesota Timberwolves, they did both.

Timberwolves rally past Magic to claim seventh straight win

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NBA News / Orlando Magic on SI / March 14

How Magic's Staunch Defense vs. Pelicans Showed What's Possible in Transition

With 8:09 to play in the third quarter of Thursday's rout of the New Orleans Pelicans, Franz Wagner picked off Bruce Brown's baseline pass and kept his balance.

NBA News / Field Level Media / March 14

Hot Wolves host Magic, look to conjure up seventh straight win

Minnesota Timberwolves players are brimming with confidence as they return home. A six-game winning streak will do that -- especially when the latest victory was a 20-point thumping Wednesday of the Denver Nuggets on the road.

Magic Johnson News / Fastbreak on SI / March 14

NBA Legend Magic Johnson Was Wrong About This Player

Coming out of college, Jahlil Okafor was seen as a player with All-Star potential. One person who was a big fan of the former Duke superstar was Basketball Hall of Famer Magic Johnson.

NBA News / Orlando Magic on SI / March 14

Orlando Magic-Minnesota Timberwolves Injury Report: Friday, March 14

MINNEAPOLIS – The Orlando Magic's five-game road trip carries on Friday night, seeing them square off with the Minnesota Timberwolves on the second night of a back-to-back.

NBA News / Field Level Media / March 13

Big first half leads to Magic rout of Pelicans

Paolo Banchero had 34 points and 11 rebounds, Franz Wagner scored 27 and the visiting Orlando Magic routed the New Orleans Pelicans 113-93 on Thursday night.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / March 13

Magic's Cole Anthony Scratched vs. Pelicans with Left Big Toe Strain; Cory Joseph Starts

Orlando Magic guard Cole Anthony has been scratched from Thursday night's game and will not play versus the New Orleans Pelicans. Anthony is dealing with a left big toe strain, missing his second contest in the matter of a nine days with the injury.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / March 13

Magic Need More 'Purpose' to Overcome Zone Defenses

The Orlando Magic's possess a subpar offense. But when it puts forth one of its least-efficient nights of the season, like it did Monday night at Houston, even some lows are worth adressing further.

Paolo Banchero News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 12

Magic’s Paolo Banchero fires back at lip-reading Wendell Carter moment

Orlando Magic’s Paolo Banchero is firing back after a video posted by Brickscenter on X sparked controversy. The video showed Banchero staring down Wendell Carter Jr.

Orlando Magic News / Back in the Day NBA on SI / March 12

Magic Johnson Gives Heartfelt Tribute After Death Of Iconic NBA Player

Former NBA player Junior Bridgeman was part of an exclusive NBA club. He was one of the four players in the league to become a millionaire, joining Michael Jordan, LeBron James and Magic Johnson.

NBA News / Fastbreak on SI / March 12

Lakers Legend Magic Johnson Reacts To Heartbreaking NBA News

Junior Bridgeman most recently played in the NBA during the 1986-87 season when he was a member of the Milwaukee Bucks. On Tuesday, the heartbreaking news that he had passed away was announced.

Orlando Magic News / Hoops Wire / March 8

Magic Scramble For Solutions As Once-Promising Season Slipping Away

The Magic’s season is rapidly slipping away, with Thursday’s loss to the Bulls marking their fifth straight defeat. They are now scrambling for answers as they struggle to regain the NBA form that once seemed so promising.

Dwight Howard News / Total Apex Sports / March 6

Dwight Howard To Be Honored With Orlando Magic Hall Of Fame Induction

Dwight Howard spent eight seasons with the Orlando Magic, dominating the league from 2004 to 2012. He bounced around various teams in the back half of his career, which is what most people remember.

Orlando Magic News / Yardbarker / March 5

Magic learning that success in the NBA isn't promised

The expectations in Orlando have failed to match with reality. The Magic are not the young and exciting team grabbing attention.

Raptors rookie shocks Magic with a last-second three

Mac McClung stuns with clutch game-winner in G League

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The 'NBA lottery era Rookie of the Year' quiz

Jalen Suggs News / Field Level Media / March 4

Magic G Jalen Suggs has knee surgery, out for season

Orlando Magic guard Jalen Suggs underwent arthroscopic surgery to remove a cartilage fragment in his left knee and will miss the remainder of the season, the team announced Tuesday.

Mac McClung News / Yardbarker / March 4

Mac McClung stuns with clutch game-winner in G League

Fresh off his third consecutive NBA Slam Dunk Contest title, McClung has returned to life outside the NBA spotlight, resuming his career in the G League on a two-way contract with the Orlando Magic.

Magic former first-round pick to have left knee surgery

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Jalen Suggs News / Hoops Wire / March 2

Magic’s Jalen Suggs To Undergo Surgery, Remains Out Indefinitely

Magic guard Jalen Suggs is set to undergo arthroscopic surgery to remove a cartilage fragment from his left knee, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. The Magic confirmed the news, noting that Suggs’ recovery timeline will depend on how well his body responds to rehabilitation.