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Magic’s Franz Wagner Delivers Strong Performance In EuroBasket Exhibition Debut

Orlando Magic rising star Franz Wagner’s main goal this offseason is to become a more consistent threat from beyond the arc and regain his confidence as a shooter, despite being one of the league’s leading scorers.

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NBA Insider Casts Serious Doubt On Magic's Title Hopes

After consecutive first-round postseason exits, the Orlando Magic are aiming to seize control of the Eastern Conference. The organization’s offseason moves demonstrate its seriousness about contending, but the cost of the roster may prove to be an issue sooner rather than later.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / August 9

Orlando Magic Make Surprise Leap In Latest NBA Power Rankings

The Orlando Magic’s strong offseason has been reinforced with the additions of Desmond Bane, Tyus Jones, Jase Richardson and Noah Penda. Expectations continue to rise as the Eastern Conference landscape shifts, with several powerhouse teams losing stars to season-ending injuries.

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The 'NBA minutes leaders by season' quiz

How many of the players to spend the most time on the hardwood in each NBA season since 1995-96 can you name in five minutes?

The 'NBA playoff point-per-game leaders' quiz

The 'NBA Sixth Man of the Year Award winners' quiz

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Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / August 9

Orlando Magic Snubbed From Christmas Schedule

The Orlando Magic have earned tremendous respect this offseason with the rise of stardom from Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner, the blockbuster trade for Desmond Bane, and anticipation within the organization to compete for a championship.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / August 8

ESPN Analyst Shockingly Predicts Magic To Smash Massive Win Total

The Orlando Magic are preparing for a pivotal season as they aim to leap into true contention after first-round playoff exits in back-to-back years. While

Paolo Banchero News / Orlando Magic on SI / August 7

Orlando Magic Star Paolo Banchero Predicted To Win Major Honor

Orlando Magic forward Paolo Banchero is emerging into one of the best players in the world as he enters his fourth season in the NBA. Though it's difficult to look into the future, CBS Sports believes Banchero will be part of Team USA for the Olympic Games in 2028, set right at home in Los Angeles.

Desmond Bane News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 7

Why ESPN questions if Desmond Bane can push Magic into contender tier

The Orlando Magic have made bold moves to solidify their core and accelerate their rise in the Eastern Conference, but questions remain about whether their aggressive approach will translate into true championship contention.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / August 7

Orlando Magic's Mo Wagner Shares Perspective On Rehab Journey

The Orlando Magic's bench wasn't strong offensively last season, mainly due to the loss of their Sixth Man of the Year candidate. Moritz Wagner was the team's best reserve player until he suffered a season-ending ACL injury in late Dec.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / August 7

Noah Penda Inspired By Legendary Magic Center Who Put Orlando Back On The Map

The Orlando Magic’s most under-the-radar offseason move may have been trading four second-round picks to move up and select Noah Penda at No. 32. President of basketball operations Jeff Weltman and general manager Anthony Parker said it was an easy decision, as Penda carried a first-round grade on their draft board.

Paolo Banchero News / Orlando Magic on SI / August 7

Magic's Paolo Banchero Surprisingly Snubbed In Crucial Rankings

When basketball fans think of the current Orlando Magic roster, Paolo Banchero is likely the first name to pop into their heads. Without a doubt, Banchero is the face of the franchise.

Paolo Banchero News / Orlando Magic on SI / August 6

Ex-NBA Executive Slams Magic For Paolo Banchero Decision

The Orlando Magic wasted no time this summer rewarding franchise cornerstone Paolo Banchero with a five-year, $239 million maximum rookie contract extension.

'There Was a Party Going On at Planet Hollywood': Hall of Famer Emmitt Smith Recalls How He Forged a Business Relationship With Magic Johnson

Over 20 years after his retirement, Emmitt Smith is still the NFL’s all-time leading rusher (18,355 yards), and it’s not particularly close. He’s also the league’s all-time leader in rushing TDs (164), and rushing attempts (4,409).

Franz Wagner News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 6

Franz Wagner’s improved 3-point form turns heads ahead of EuroBasket 2025

Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner appears to be entering EuroBasket 2025 with an improved shooting stroke, drawing attention for his refined 3-point form during recent preparations with the German national team.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / August 6

Orlando Magic Viewed As Threat In Eastern Conference By Former All-Star

The Orlando Magic have high hopes for next season, not just to win the Eastern Conference, but to bring home the franchise its first-ever championship.

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The 'NFL Defensive Players of the Year' quiz

The 'MLB active hits leaders' quiz

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Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / August 6

Magic Predicted To Select Defensive Phenom In Mock Draft

After drafting Jase Richardson and Noah Penda in 2025, the Orlando Magic are focused on developing the duo into long-term contributors while the team chases Finals contention.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / August 6

Magic Could Fare Better Than Hawks, Pistons For One Clear Reason

The Orlando Magic’s aggressive offseason moves have become one of the biggest storylines in the NBA. From the blockbuster trade for Desmond Bane to the under-the-radar signing of Tyus Jones, the Magic made major upgrades.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / August 5

Two Magic Rising Stars Predicted To Become First Time All-Stars

The Orlando Magic already had a strong core in Paolo Banchero, Franz Wagner and Jalen Suggs. But the addition of Desmond Bane elevates their starting lineup to one of the best in the league.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / August 5

Orlando Magic Guards Should Make Major Difference

The Orlando Magic need improved play from the point guard position this season. After Jalen Suggs went down with an injury last season and Cole Anthony struggled, Cory Joseph was called upon to start in the playoffs.

Doc Rivers News / Orlando Magic on SI / August 5

How Doc Rivers Destroyed Chance Of Orlando Magic Signing Hall Of Famer

Headlined by Shaquille O’Neal and Penny Hardaway, the Orlando Magic were a marquee team in the '90s. However, the eventual departures of O’Neal and Hardaway left the team in an average spot at the turn of the millennium.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / August 5

ESPN Questions Orlando Magic's Potential As Championship Contender

The Orlando Magic front office feels like the acquisition of guard Desmond Bane puts them into contender status. They wouldn't have traded four unprotected first round picks if they didn't feel this was a move that could catapult them into an Eastern conference championship appearance.

Orlando Magic News / Last Word On Sports / August 3

Overseas Games Establish Orlando Magic as NBA Ambassadors

The NBA announced that two regular-season games will take place in Berlin and London. The Magic will battle the Grizzlies on January 15 and 18. What does this mean for Orlando’s German players, Desmond Bane, and Orlando’s role in the league?

Orlando Magic News / Hoops Wire / August 2

Michael Jordan on Magic Johnson and Larry Bird: ‘We’re All on Parallel Ground’

Michael Jordan, Magic Johnson and Larry Bird defined basketball greatness. You can’t have a serious conversation about NBA history without those three names coming up.

Paolo Banchero News / Yardbarker / August 1

Magic could make the biggest jump in 2025-26

The Magic aren’t aiming for the middle anymore. This team could realistically go from a feisty seventh seed to a top-three contender.

Grizzlies, Magic to meet in Berlin, London in January

The post-draft, post-free agency NBA team power rankings

The 'Most points in a game by NBA team in 2024-25' quiz

Magic Johnson News / Fadeaway World / July 31

Shaquille O'Neal Challenges Magic Johnson To Play 1 On 1 In Barcelona

Barcelona just became the stage for the most unexpected basketball callout of the summer. NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal, never one to shy away from a little

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / July 30

Grizzlies, Magic to play in Berlin, London in January

The Grizzlies and Magic will play regular season games in Berlin on Thursday, Jan. 15, 2026, and London on Sunday, Jan. 18, 2026, according to an NBA press release.