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Orlando Magic big man Paolo Banchero’s path to superstardom is looking even brighter this NBA offseason. The 21-year-old power forward took to X, formerly Twitter, on Thursday to ‘unveil’ his new logo as a member of Jordan Brand. Paolo Banchero unveils his new “P5” Logo with Jordan Brand https://t.co/lIN3kfXpIh pic.twitter.com/EnTfnqGDeq — Huncho Hoops (@HunchoHoops) August […]

At the recent Fanatics Fest in New York City, Orlando Magic legend Penny Hardaway shared his dream lineup of all-time great basketball players with GQ Sports. Surprising few who remember his prowess on the court, Hardaway boldly placed himself among basketball’s elite, including former teammate Shaquille O’Neal. “Can I put myself in there? … I’d […]

As Orlando Magic fans await the start of the season with the release of the schedule, they will look to have big aspirations as even former NBA player Paul Pierce has his own lofty expectations for the team. While fans have seen some people as Magic star Paolo Banchero predict a title in their near […]

The release of NBA 2K25’s player ratings has sparked discussions amongst gamers and basketball enthusiasts alike. With the recent unveiling of the top 21-30 players, attention has turned to the Orlando Magic, where two of its players made it into the top 50 league-wide. Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner have been spotlighted with ratings of […]

The Nike Air Foamposite has seen a massive uptick in popularity and it seems as though the sneakerheads of today are returning their tastes to some of the wild and loud designs of the 1990’s. None was more revolutionary than Penny Hardaway’s Nike Foamposite sneaker, which flipped the basketball and sneaker world on its head […]

As the Orlando Magic prepare for the 2024-25 NBA season, they face a slate of pivotal games that will test their mettle and resilience. Coming off a season where they clinched the Southeast Division title for the first time in five years, the Magic are positioned to solidify their standing in the competitive Eastern Conference. […]

Orlando Magic’s Paolo Banchero, known for his goal-oriented approach, has set high expectations for his NBA career and the trajectory of his team over the next five years. Speaking at the recent Fanatics Fan Fest in New York City, the Magic’s 2022 No. 1 overall draft pick shared his vision for becoming a central figure […]

The NBA released the full schedule for the 2024-25 season on Thursday, presenting a notably lighter itinerary for the Orlando Magic. Positioned to capitalize on this favorable lineup, the Magic will appear in nine nationally televised games for the first time in years, including four on NBA TV. This highlights the rising interest in the […]

After a standout performance last season, Paolo Banchero has set ambitious goals for the Orlando Magic as they prepare for the 2024-25 NBA campaign, aiming to establish the team as a premier contender in the Eastern Conference. Last year, the Magic, led by Banchero, secured 47 wins, earning the fifth seed in the Eastern Conference. […]

The Orlando Magic social media team is at it again. The folks behind the catchiest tune in basketball and an endless stream of random dance videos created some incredible content for the 2024-25 schedule release. With the Magic’s schedule dropping ahead of a highly anticipated season, the social media squad did not disappoint. First, it […]

With the 2024 Paris Olympics now completed, Team USA has once again secured its place at the top of the Olympic basketball world with a fifth-straight gold medal. As the favorite to clinch gold again at the LA 2028 Games, both the men’s and women’s teams will need fresh talent. Orlando Magic star Paolo Banchero […]

As things presently stand, the Orlando Magic have to feel pretty good about their offseason. They landed a combo wing in Tristan da Silva that fans have quickly fallen in love with after a great Summer League, secured one of the premier free agents on the market in two-time NBA Champion Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, and even […]

FGermany’s basketball team, led by the Orlando Magic’s Franz Wagner, continues its impressive performance at the 2024 Paris Olympics, advancing to the semi-finals after defeating Greece 76-63. This victory not only secured their undefeated record but also marked the continuation of their dominance with each win by at least 10 points. The German defense shone […]

Dwight Howard had a very long and successful career in the NBA, and it came to an end in 2022. Howard spent 18 seasons in the NBA and he played for seven different teams. He is most well-known for his long stint with the Orlando Magic to begin his career. Howard played for the Magic […]

The Orlando Magic have shown promise in recent seasons but are still looking to establish themselves as serious contenders in the Eastern Conference. The team’s current involvement in the 2024 Paris Olympics, where Franz Wagner and Moritz Wagner are representing Germany, has highlighted an opportunity to strengthen their roster. With Germany’s impressive performance, including a […]

Franz Wagner was barraged with ridicule after his abysmal 1-of-15 shooting effort in the Orlando Magic’s Game 7 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers in this year’s NBA Playoffs. An overall successful season ended bitterly for him. He does not look rattled at the Paris Olympics, though, helping Germany reach the quarterfinals in emphatic fashion. The […]

As the NBA offseason progresses, the Portland Trail Blazers are clearly entering a phase of rebuilding, with key assets like Jerami Grant rumored to be on the move. In this climate of strategic realignment, another significant Blazers player, Anfernee Simons, has emerged as a potential trade piece. Simons, a highlight in a tumultuous season for […]

Anfernee The Portland Trail Blazers are steering towards an extensive rebuild, evident from the flurry of trade rumors surrounding their key players. While rumors swirl around Jerami Grant potentially being traded to the Los Angeles Lakers, another significant piece, Anfernee Simons, is also reportedly on the trading block. Trail Blazers insider Aaron Fentress indicates that […]

A year ago, the Denver Nuggets were on top of the world. Having just won the NBA Championship with Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray leading the way, it appeared the Nuggets could be primed for a title repeat in 2024. However, Denver watched its season end in the second round of the playoffs and then […]

The Orlando Magic took a jump in the 2023-24 season, as they were the fifth seed in the Eastern Conference at 47-35. The Magic have been busy in NBA free agency to improve their roster and solidify themselves as contenders in the East. Orlando is building around their young star forward, Paolo Banchero. The 21-year-old […]

Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner have done a lot to become really good two-way players in the league. However, the postseason has demonstrated that the Orlando Magic clearly need a lot more in terms of offense if they want to become contenders. Coach Jamahl Mosley has been good at creating an even and well-distributed defensive […]

Orlando Magic co-founder Pat Williams has died at the age of 84 years old on Wednesday, according to reports. The NBA’s official website reported the cause of death  as “complications from viral pneumonia.” Williams was known for numerous accomplishments in different endeavors, including of course, in the basketball realm. He played a major role in […]

The NBA In-Season Tournament was a rousing success in its first season. Now called the NBA Cup, the special courts and jerseys established a special aura within the competition, and this tournament gave way to some of the most competitive regular season basketball we have seen in quite some time thanks to the trophy and […]

The Orlando Magic have positioned themselves as significant players during the 2024 NBA offseason, executing several key maneuvers that have reshaped their roster and perhaps signaled an impending departure for Markelle Fultz, a former top draft pick whose future with the franchise now hangs in the balance. The Magic’s active offseason was highlighted by their […]

Only diehards and those trying to make a dollar stay in Las Vegas for longer than 72 hours. It’s one of those unwritten rules of America. Well, lots of players, fans, coaches, and media have already doubled down. We are six days into NBA Summer League action with plenty left to play for. Six undefeated […]

When news broke that the Orlando Magic had landed Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, it felt like a massive deal. Sure, some fans wanted to see the Magic land Paul George or make a massive trade for the current belle of the trade market ball, Lauri Markkanen, but in the end, Orlando targeted their guy, signed him in […]

The big names available in NBA free agency have already decided where they are going. Paul George has signed with the Philadelphia 76ers, Klay Thompson is heading to the Dallas Mavericks, and DeMar DeRozan recently joined the Sacramento Kings. At this point, teams have spent the money that they could, leaving key names still available […]

The Orlando Magic and star forward Franz Wagner have agreed to a five-year, $224 million max contract extension that could reach upwards of $270 million in total depending on whether he can reach certain career milestones, according to The Athletic’s Shams Charania. At just 22 years old, Wagner has already cemented himself as one of […]

2024 has already been a big year in terms of resurrecting the Nike Foamposite line and with a number of releases already set for next year, it’s clear Nike is doing everything in their power to bring the Nike Air Foamposite back to popularity. Come this September, we’ll see a new iteration of Penny Hardaway’s […]

The Orlando Magic are up next when it comes to title contention. Paolo Banchero is in the middle of all of this and it looks like he’s ready to take the next step. This NBA offseason, the one-time All-Star is training with generational talents who paved the road for him. Who might these people be, […]

The Magic have had a sneaky-good offseason thus far. In addition to signing veteran shooting guard Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, Orlando will now retain one of its rising players for the foreseeable future. Power forward Jonathan Isaac re-worked his deal with the team, via ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski. “Orlando Magic F Jonathan Isaac has agreed on a five-year, […]

The Orlando Magic enter the NBA free agency period fresh off an impressive 2023-24 run. Orlando made the playoffs as a sixth seed and pushed the Cleveland Cavaliers to seven games in the first round. An important part of the Magic’s success is owed to backup center Moe Wagner. Orlando made a big contract move […]

Fresh off of a surprise NBA Playoffs appearance that showed that they’re ahead of schedule, the Orlando Magic have been spending their cap space this offseason. After adding former Denver Nuggets guard Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, the Magic have retained a pair of their players, per ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski. First, they locked up center Goga Bitadze on […]

After helping the Denver Nuggets win the championship in 2023 and delivering another productive season in 2023-24, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope set himself up for a nice payday in free agency. He got exactly that after the Orlando Magic signed him to a lucrative three-year, $66 million deal. The Nuggets were in a tough spot this offseason, […]

Kentavious Caldwell-Pope has a new team. After helping the Denver Nuggets win the championship in 2023 and delivering another productive season in 2023-24, KCP set himself up for a nice payday in free agency. He got exactly that after the Orlando Magic signed him to a lucrative three-year, $66 million deal. “Kentavious Caldwell-Pope intends to […]

The Orlando Magic are widely expected to be big players in free agency this offseason, as they are loaded with cap space after making an unexpected run to the playoffs last season. Orlando has been linked to a ton of different players ahead of the start of free agency, but a recent report suggested that […]

With free agency rapidly approaching, the Orlando Magic find themselves with money burning a hole in their pocket and a concerted desire to get better after being one of the true feel-good stories of the 2023-24 NBA season. If they make the right moves, fans could be looking at the fresh new contender in the […]

As one era nears an end in California, so too could another. With Paul George declining his $48.8 million player option with the Los Angeles Clippers, the NBA free agency hysteria has already arrived. Since LeBron James is expected to re-sign with the Los Angeles Lakers, the nine-time All-Star is arguably the biggest name in […]

Ahead of NBA free agency, the Orlando Magic have declined Center Moe Wagner’s $8 million team option, per ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski. “The Orlando Magic are declining Moe Wagner’s $8M team option, but both sides have interest in discussing a new deal in free agency, sources tell ESPN.” As Woj notes, the Magic could potentially re-sign […]