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For a while now, most people have been projecting Jabari Smith, Chet Holmgren and Paolo Banchero to be the top three picks in the 2022 NBA Draft, in that order. ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski confirmed this on Thursday morning as teams finalize their draft boards: As team boards finalize today, the 1-2-3 of the NBA Draft […]

The 2022 NBA Draft is set to kick 0ff on Thursday, at 8 P.M. Eastern. It should be an evening full of drama as teams across the league are involved in numerous trade rumors. The Golden State Warriors have received interest from the Boston Celtics, New York Knicks, and Orlando Magic in the 28th pick […]

The Orlando Magic are armed with the no. 1 pick, the 32nd pick, and the 35th pick in the 2022 NBA Draft. Coming off of a 60-loss season, the Magic have a chance to get a game-changing prospect, a well as a potential diamond in the rough later in the draft. At the top of […]

The New York Knicks are hoping to make a splash this offseason after a disappointing 2021-22 campaign. The Knicks have constantly been linked to Dallas Mavericks free agent Jalen Brunson, and now there are Kyrie Irving rumors out there. If New York wants to create cap space to make a run at signing one of […]

As expected, the Miami Heat have been keeping busy in the offseason. Their 2021-22 campaign ultimately ended in disappointment and, right now, the team is doing everything in their power to come back and have another run next season. According to Heavy’s Sean Deveney, Orlando Magic restricted free agent Mo Bamba could be of some […]

The Orlando Magic are expected to see a bit of roster turnaround in the coming weeks, as they hold the No. 1 pick in the 2022 NBA Draft and have plenty of cap room to work with. They are already looking to free up cap space with one possible move. As noted by HoopsHype’s Michael […]

The current discourse surrounding the Orlando Magic’s first pick in the 2022 NBA draft revolves around three players: Chet Holmgren, Paolo Banchero, and Jabari Smith. The three players are the consensus top-three picks in this year’s draft. With the first overall pick, the Magic have the liberty of choosing which player they will take. However, […]

Top 2022 NBA Draft prospect, Gonzaga big man Chet Holmgren visited the Orlando Magic on Friday, per Tim Reynolds of The Associated Press. They hold the first overall pick in this year’s draft. Holmgren visits with Magic, as No. 1 pick intrigue builds (from @AP) https://t.co/BciqksIuYM — Tim Reynolds (@ByTimReynolds) June 17, 2022 Holmgren entered […]

The first pick seems like an easy decision on paper. Regardless of criteria, whether best player available or best fit, a team granted with the top selection can get literally whoever they want. In reality, it isn’t so easy. The Orlando Magic have possibly come face-to-face with this brutal truth. Rumors are circulating that the […]

JJ Redick came into the NBA in 2006 with the Orlando Magic and was surrounded by several veterans, including Hedo Turkoglu and Grant Hill. By no surprise, he faced rookie hazing. In a story that most of us had never heard before, Hill jumped on Redick’s podcast and explained how he saved his former teammate […]

The Orlando Magic had the luck of the draw when they landed the No. 1 overall pick in the 2022 NBA Draft. There is no consensus No. 1 pick, but Auburn’s Jabari Smith, Gonzaga’s Chet Holmgren, and Duke’s Paolo Banchero are all slated to go in the top three. That top pick will arguably be […]

The Orlando Magic have been blessed with the number one pick in the 2022 NBA Draft. But that also comes with the best kind of problem – they have first dibs at three prized prospects of the lot. The only downside is the pressure at calling which one of Chet Holmgren, Jabari Smith Jr., and […]

The previous iteration of the Orlando Magic reached its ceiling with Nikola Vucevic, Aaron Gordon, and Evan Fournier. The organization decided to trade that core and rebuild its roster through another young core led by Cole Anthony, Franz Wagner, Wendell Carter Jr., and the rest of the crew. They struggled to squeak into the playoffs […]

The Orlando Magic possessing the first overall selection in the 2022 NBA Draft gives them a lot of possibilities. With a trio of very high-level prospects to pick from, they seem to be zeroing in on Auburn’s Jabari Smith Jr. Smith’s dynamic shooting abilities and defensive chops make him a very intriguing prospect. The 6-foot-10 […]

The draft gods rang the fortunes for the Orlando Magic as they landed the no. 1 overall pick in the 2022 NBA Draft. This is the fourth time Orlando has won the lottery. Their most recent selection was Dwight Howard when they picked him first overall out of Southwest Atlanta Christian Academy in 2004. The […]

The Orlando Magic have been rewarded for their poor performance this season by receiving the first overall pick in the 2022 NBA Draft. This is the fourth time in their franchise history that they have received the top pick and the first time since adding Shaq in 1992. The Magic are not as far out […]

Tim Connelly seems to be fitting into his new position quite nicely. He recently joined the Minnesota Timberwolves as the President of Basketball Operations after leaving his front office executive position with the Denver Nuggets. Less than two weeks after agreeing to a five-year, $40 million deal, Connelly named his senior vice president. According to […]

Having the number one pick in any draft is a prestigious honor for any franchise in the NBA. Throughout their tenure in the NBA, the Orlando Magic selected thrice with the no. 1 overall pick, and they have struck gold on all three selections. Shaquille O’Neal, Chris Webber, and Dwight Howard are all likely to […]

At the moment, top prospect Paolo Banchero is being projected as the No. 3 pick in the upcoming 2022 NBA Draft, where he would be heading to join Jalen Green and the Houston Rockets. The other two teams that will be selecting at No. 1 and No. 2, respectively, are the Orlando Magic and the […]

After the Orlando Magic landed the no. 1 pick in the 2022 NBA Draft, rumors surfaced that they are leaning on taking Chet Holmgren with the selection. However, a new report said that is not true at all. According to Jonathan Givony of ESPN, the general belief around the league is that the Magic are […]

The Orlando Magic have plenty of options with the no. 1 pick of the 2022 NBA Draft, with the likes of Chet Holmgren, Jabari Smith and Paolo Banchero all having solid arguments for the top selection. However, according to the latest reports, Orlando has already one player in mind they want to draft. As reported […]

Chet Holmgren is talented and has a bright future. And we have learned over the past couple of weeks that the Gonzaga product is certainly not short on confidence. His most recent comments will excite teams such as the Magic and Thunder ahead of the NBA Draft. Holmgren made waves earlier this week when he […]

In the draft lottery, the team with the worst record may feel snubbed if they receive the third pick rather than the top selection. Some years, just two spots can make the difference between an All-NBA potential talent and a solid contributing role player. However, this year isn’t like most years. There is a surplus […]

Utah Jazz star Donovan Mitchell has been linked to the New York Knicks for quite some time now. He’s a native of NY and the organization even sent scouts to watch him play during the first round of the NBA Playoffs against the Dallas Mavericks. Mo Bamba meanwhile, who is likely on his way out […]

The Orlando Magic secured the no. 1 overall pick in the 2022 NBA Draft lottery, giving them first dibs on a strong class of prospects. While Gonzaga’s Chet Holmgren has been floated as a possible selection for Orlando, Auburn’s Jabari Smith could possibly be the better fit, given the Magic’s depth at the center spot. […]

The Orlando Magic recently won the first overall pick in the 2022 NBA Draft. The Magic were certainly satisfied with the Draft Lottery results, but their first overall selection could signal the end of the Mo Bamba era in Orlando. The Magic are expected to take one of Chet Holmgren, Jabari Smith, or Paolo Banchero […]

The Orlando Magic had a rough season in 2021-2022, finishing at the bottom of the Eastern Conference with a 22-60 record. It was not expected to be a banner year, and the season met expectations. On Tuesday night though, Magic fans got something they can be excited about. The Orlando Magic won the NBA Draft […]

The NBA Draft lottery results are out, and the Orlando Magic are the biggest winners after landing the top overall pick in the 2022 rookie selection. The Oklahoma City Thunder got lady luck smiling on their favor as well after getting the second overall pick despite the odds putting them outside the Top 3. Sure […]

It was a rough regular season for the Orlando Magic. The team struggled for the most part, but the roster is young and developing. They weren’t expected to be good this year anyway, as the organization is focused on getting their prospects up to par. This team took a hit after Jalen Suggs suffered a […]

It was yet another disappointing season for the Orlando Magic in 2021/22, collecting an Eastern Conference worst 22-60 record. There is no question this team is still rebuilding, with the likes of Cole Anthony, Jalen Suggs, Franz Wagner, and Mo Bamba headlining their young core. Then, there’s veteran Terrence Ross. At 31-years-old, he’s one of […]

Things could’ve gone better for Jamahl Mosley in his first season as coach of the Orlando Magic. They finished with a measly 22-60 record, second-worst in the NBA behind the Houston Rockets. Still, Mosley should be proud. He has truly come a long way since being an unknown journeyman player, suiting up for obscure teams […]

As the Orlando Magic decided to go on another direction toward the end of last year, their 2021-22 campaign was another disappointing showing for the rebuilding squad. There were some notable names that showcased their wares, like Cole Anthony and Wendell Carter Jr.but the major problem for a young team is the consistency of playing […]

The NBA has elected to fine Orlando Magic players Admiral Schofield and Robin Lopez along with Charlotte Hornets center Montrezl Harrell for their involvement in the late-game altercation between both teams during Thursday’s contest. Schofield was issued a $20,000 fine, while both Lopez and Harrell were handed out $15,000 fines for the notable altercation. None […]

The Orlando Magic disappointed fans once again. Even though many did not expect them to make the playoffs, most did not expect the Magic to be the worst team in the NBA. Now, they prepare for another summer with a lottery pick, some cap space, and uncertainty over what to expect out of next season. […]

Things got heated between the Charlotte Hornets and the Orlando Magic on Thursday night and unsurprisingly, Montrezl Harrell was in the middle of what turned out to be a bench-clearing fight between these two sides. For starters, here’s a look at the incident that led to the ejection of Harrell, and two other players from […]

The New York Knicks’ second-year guys showed up big time on Sunday against the Orlando Magic, as both Obi Toppin and Immanuel Quickley made history in the process. With the team missing Julius Randle, Toppin filled in as a starter once again and impressed. He finished with 20 points and eight rebounds in the 118-88 […]

The Orlando Magic is on the verge of finishing the 2021-22 season with another losing campaign with a 20-58 record. Currently settling at the bottom of the Eastern Conference, the team would surely want to look forward to the next season and focus on improving in order to gain greater results moving forward. Luckily for […]

The NBA season is winding down and playoff positioning is beginning to take shape. The Toronto Raptors look to make a push toward the postseason as they travel to Orlando. So, let’s continue our NBA odds series with a Raptors Magic prediction and pick. Click here to Bet $5, Win $150 in site credits regardless […]

The Sacramento Kings head down to Central Florida to battle the Orlando Magic in a Saturday night showdown. It’s time to continue our NBA odds series with a Kings-Magic prediction and pick. Click here to Bet $5, Win $150 in site credits regardless of if your bet wins or loses on March Madness (30-1 Odds) […]