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The Celtics joined in on the Magic’s fire-sale today, acquiring Evan Fournier for two second-round picks. The Celtics are continuing to make a playoff push while the Magic are burning things down and revving up the tank engine. There is an interesting amount to breakdown here from both team’s points of view. The Celtics Side […]

Teams are in full swing of moves as the NBA trade deadline quickly approaches. The Denver Nuggets got involved with their second trade of the day, acquiring one of the bigger names available. Meanwhile, the Orlando Magic have been one of the busiest teams on Thursday, as they’ve acquired numerous new players onto their roster. […]

It’s always good to see a player seem instantly happier after they are traded, maybe crack a joke or two. Evan Fournier was acquired by the Boston Celtics on Thursday, ending his seven-year run in Orlando. The three-point sniper joins a Celtics team that is still trying to find its way as the regular season […]

In NBA trade deadline news that will break the internet, an Aaron Gordon trade is going through the process with the Denver Nuggets and Orlando Magic. This news was broken on the mean streets of the social media by Stadium, as well as some other reporters. Don’t click on cited links? Here’s the proof: The […]

The Boston Celtics have been swirling around the NBA trade deadline rumor mill for what seems like forever. They’re finally getting involved with a trade before the deadline with the Orlando Magic. The Celtics are acquiring Evan Fournier in the hopes it will help them space the floor moving forward. As for the Magic, they’re […]

The fireworks have begun as the NBA trade deadline window is only a few hours from closing. The Orlando Magic have traded Nikola Vucevic to the Chicago Bulls for two first-round picks (2021 and 2023), Wendell Carter Jr. and Otto Porter Jr. The Bulls also received Al Farouq Aminu in the deal. Magic forward Terrence […]

Another trade has come through before the NBA trade deadline, this time between the Chicago Bulls and Orlando Magic. With the Bulls in 10th place and making a playoff push, they acquire Nikola Vucevic and Al Farouq-Aminu from the Magic. On the other hand, Orland walks away with Otto Porter, Wendell Carter Jr., and two […]

Right after sending Nikola Vucevic to the Chicago Bulls, the Orlando Magic are finalizing a deal with the Boston Celtics involving Evan Fournier and two second-round picks, according to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski. The Magic will likely be trading Aaron Gordon next as they move into a rebuild, and the Celtics are reportedly still in the […]

The trade floodgates are now opened. The Orlando Magic have traded away their long-time franchise face and All-Star Nikola Vucevic to the Chicago Bulls. In return, the Magic receive 3rd-year big man Wendell Carter Jr. and Otto Porter. The news was reported by The Athletic’s Shams Charania. In addition to Carter and Porter, the Magic […]

Evan Fournier’s trade stock just skyrocketed after putting on an incredible outing in the Orlando Magic’s upset of the Phoenix Suns at Amway Center on Thursday. The home team somehow overcame a late 13-point deficit to stun the second-seeded team in the West, completing a rousing 112-111 come-from-behind win over the Suns. The French swingman […]

The Phoenix Suns continue their incredible season as they travel to Orlando to take on the reeling Magic on Wednesday night. Phoenix enters this game riding a three-game winning streak and has shown no signs of letting up down the stretch. They have been the best team in the league at covering spreads at 28-14 […]

With the trade deadline just around the corner, rumors and whispers have been flying left and right. The latest ‘victim’ of such wild rumors is Orland Magic swingman Evan Fournier. According to Tim MacMahon of ESPN, Fournier has no intention of re-signing with the Magic after this season. Fournier himself, however, said the report isn’t […]

Aaron Gordon has come out with a clear statement following his recent decision to request for a trade away from the Orlando Magic. As it turns out, Gordon is no longer happy with how things stand with his current team. Gordon faced the media following Orlando’s 110-99 loss to the Denver Nuggets, and unsurprisingly, the […]

The NBA trade deadline is just two days away and DeMar DeRozan — despite continuously denying reports of him wanting a trade — may be a player who would welcome a change of scenery. In an article about what insiders are saying ahead of the deadline, Bleacher Report’s Jake Fischer reported that DeRozan could have […]

Aaron Gordon and the Orlando Magic could be heading to a much-needed separation. Recent reports and many across the last year have mentioned the possibility and/or likelihood that the Magic will trade Gordon. He has appeared in just 20 games this season due to an ankle injury, and fellow forward Jonathan Isaac was given a […]

Orlando Magic forward Aaron Gordon might already be a member of the Houston Rockets if not for a “last-minute hiccup,” per Chris Haynes of Yahoo Sports. Haynes reported Rockets players believed Gordon-to-Rockets was considered all but done just a few days ago. However, Gordon said he has no interest in joining a team in the […]

Orlando Magic forward Aaron Gordon has requested a trade. Jared Weiss and Sam Amick of The Athletic reported Gordon told the team he would like to be moved ahead of Thursday’s trade deadline: Aaron Gordon is ready for a relocation, as sources tell The Athletic that he asked Orlando Magic president of basketball operations Jeff […]

The Orlando Magic are reportedly expected to deal Evan Fournier to another team ahead of the trade deadline on March 25. The Dallas Mavericks have expressed their interest and are willing to send veteran forward James Johnson along with two second-round draft assets in exchange for the Frenchman. Via Jake Fischer of Bleacher Report: “It […]

Orlando Magic forward Aaron Gordon is gaining traction in the market ahead of the March 25 trade deadline. The Houston Rockets have emerged as a potential suitor as they are reportedly currently in talks with the Magic who are asking two-first round draft selections in exchange for the 25-year-old bruiser. Via Shams Charania of The […]

Victor Oladipo’s days with the Houston Rockets appear to be numbered. With the trade deadline fast approaching, it now appears that the Rockets are shopping off the former All-Star, which at this point, might just lead to a reunion between Oladipo and the Orlando Magic. Kevin O’Connor of The Ringer reports that an Oladipo-Aaron Gordon […]

It comes as no surprise that Aaron Gordon’s name has once again surfaced in the weeks leading to the trade deadline. As it turns out, however, the Orlando Magic have slapped a huge price tag on the 25-year-old. According to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype, the Magic will only consider parting ways with Gordon if they […]

While the nation was busy watching March Madness, the NBA hosted a few games itself. One of those being a surprise loss for the Brooklyn Nets, as they couldn’t get it together to defeat a struggling Orlando Magic team. Kyrie Irving led the game with 43 points, however, it seemed to be a waste, as […]

After making the playoffs for two straight years, the Orlando Magic sit at 13-27, which is second-to-last in the Eastern Conference. The Magic’s net rating is third-worst in the league at minus-6.9, and there is no end in sight for the downward spiral. At this point, the Magic’s best bet would be to attempt to […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves have been playing better ball as of late. They are still in the basement when it pertains to the NBA standings, but there have been noticeable strides taken under new head coach Chris Finch, who came over during the season from Toronto to replace Ryan Saunders. Minnesota isn’t competing for a playoff […]

Frank Ntilikina made the most out of his starting nod on Thursday as the New York Knicks faced the Orlando Magic. The 22-year-old point guard was key for the Knicks and coach Tom Thibodeau as he poured in 13 crucial points to help them escape with a one-point win against the visiting Magic, 94-93. Part […]

Orlando Magic veteran swingman Evan Fournier made a critical mistake that cost them the game against the New York Knicks on Thursday. Down by just one point with less than 10 ticks in the game, Fournier made an errant pass, which allowed the Knicks to escape, 94-93. After the game, Fournier gave props to the […]

The Orlando Magic had a chance to finally snap that ugly eight-game losing skid against the New York Knicks on Thursday, up until Reggie Bullock and Alec Burks spoiled their plans in the waning seconds. Down by one point with less than 10 ticks left in regulation, Magic guard Evan Fournier had the ball in […]

Outside of the Houston Rockets, there may not be a team in the association playing worse basketball lately than the Orlando Magic. The Magic enter tonight having lost 8 straight, and half of those games weren’t even competitive. The New York Knicks continue to hover around .500 and their schedule in the second half is […]

It’s been pretty silent as the trade deadline in the NBA rapidly approaches on March 25. As we start to gain clearance on who is making a push in towards the playoffs and who is slipping back, we can begin to separate those that could buy and those that could sell at the deadline. Here […]

The New York Knicks have quickly become one of the feel-good stories of the NBA this season. The once-heralded Eastern Conference franchise has seemingly turned things around in the “Big Apple.” After a stretch of basketball for nearly a decade, the lowly Knicks have returned to relevance. New York would be in the playoffs if […]

Nikola Vucevic has been among the popular names mentioned ahead of the NBA trade deadline, as teams look to make a playoff run. While Vucevic continues to perform well for the Orlando Magic, the team’s asking price for the veteran center has been revealed. According to Jake Fischer of Bleacher Report, the Magic would need […]

The Orlando Magic are listening on trade offers for athletic forward Aaron Gordon, as reported by Shams Charania of The Athletic. Charania reports the Minnesota Timberwolves and Portland Trail Blazers as trade suitors, while  Jake Fischer of Bleacher Report has more details on suitors and a pair of deals that fell through earlier this season. Fischer reports the […]

Though they took down the Orlando Magic on Sunday night, Miami Heat coach Erik Spoelstra was so impressed with the performance of the Magic’s All-Star center Nikola Vucevic. So much so that called the versatile big man the modern iteration of NBA legend Dirk Nowitzki. Per Josh Robbins of The Athletic, Spoelstra shared his observations […]

There is no doubt that Jimmy Butler is Miami Heat’s most valuable player. And we’re not just talking about jump balls. Butler led the Heat to their fourth straight win on Sunday with a close 102-97 victory over the Orlando Magic. The 31-year-old forward was once again fantastic for South Beach as he had his […]

The NBA trade deadline on March 25 is fast approaching and while the focus is usually on teams that need upgrades to reach their goals, several teams need to trade their players away to either accelerate a rebuild or improve the salary cap situation. Below are five teams that should be on the sell-side of […]

The Orlando Magic have received a much-needed boost as they take the floor for the first time after the All-Star break. Aaron Gordon is reportedly set to return to action for the Magic after a lengthy spell on the sidelines due to a left ankle sprain. This report comes via Marc Stein of the New […]

In spite of rumors tagging the Orlando Magic as sellers as the trade deadline approaches, the team has reportedly no intention of putting All-Star big man Nikola Vucevic on the trading block. This report comes via Marc Stein of the New York Post: The Magic are sending strong signals they have no interest in trading […]

At the halfway point of the NBA season, the Orlando Magic find themselves at 13-23 and in 14th place in the Eastern Conference, just three games above the Detroit Pistons, who own the worst record in the conference. The Magic made the playoffs in the last two seasons, but injuries to some of their key […]

A handful of the Orlando Magic’s key players are finding themselves in trade rumors as of late. All-Star big man Nikola Vucevic along with veterans Evan Fournier and Terrence Ross are reportedly garnering interest from many teams ahead of the trade deadline. Via Kevin O’ Connor of The Ringer: “The Heat, Spurs, Celtics, and Hornets […]