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Atlanta Hawks swingman Vince Carter only played in two seasons for the Orlando Magic from 2009-11 but he certainly left quite an impact on the Florida-based franchise. The Hawks visited the Magic at the Amway Center on Monday, as the home crowd showed some love and admiration to their former player with a much deserved […]

Kevin Durant of the Brooklyn Nets is a huge fan of the NBA. Durant’s obsessions with NBA minutiae is well known, and he further expressed his NBA “fanaticism” on Monday night when he tweeted about watching Nikola Vucevic for the Orlando Magic. It’s a fun experience watching vucevic play basketball. Just so talented. — Kevin […]

Vince Carter of the Atlanta Hawks is currently in the midst of his “farewell tour” in the final season of his storied (and record-breaking) 22-year career. In Monday night’s game against the Orlando Magic, Carter received a standing ovation from the Orlando crowd: Vince Carter's mom was there to cheer him on as he received […]

Orlando Magic forward Aaron Gordon logged just 21 minutes of action during Saturday’s loss to the Milwaukee Bucks, revealing after the game that his left Achilles tendon has been bothering him for “a while,” per Josh Robbins of The Athletic. Gordon further expanded his ailment: “I feel like I might have been playing on it […]

Philadelphia 76ers head coach Brett Brown is no longer Orlando Magic guard Markelle Fultz’s coach, but he’s still keeping tabs on the former No. 1 overall pick. Brown, whose Sixers lost to Fultz and the Magic on Friday in Orlando, says he’s “proud” of Fultz for overcoming his injuries: More @sixers coach Brett Brown on […]

Philadelphia 76ers head coach Brett Brown was not a happy man following his team’s loss to the Orlando Magic on Friday night. The Sixers put up a formidable fight, especially in the dying minutes of the ballgame, but nevertheless, coach Brown thought that his team lacked a sense of urgency all game long. "I thought […]

Orlando Magic forward Aaron Gordon made sure to finish off the Philadelphia 76ers in style on Friday, delivering a reverse alley-oop flush in their 98-97 win at the Amway Center. With the home team up by nine points with under two-minutes left in regulation, Gordon sneakily made it past the Sixers defense on the break […]

Former ninth overall pick Dennis Smith Jr. was supposed to be the first real tangible return for the New York Knicks in the immensely impactful Kristaps Porzingis trade, executed at the end of last January. Now that deal appears to be a dud for the Knicks, who are hard-pressed to find minutes for Smith Jr., […]

Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo had previously been listed as probable for Friday night’s game against the Atlanta Hawks due to a sore back, but now he has been downgraded to doubtful, according to the NBA’s official injury report. The Bucks are playing a back-to-back this weekend, with the second game coming against the Orlando […]

Ever since the New York Knicks beat the Providence Steamrollers in 1947, the public has been enamored with basketball on Christmas day. Other than a lockout-shortened 1988 season, the NBA’s Christmas slate has featured some of the best players and teams in the league. As a result, throughout its history, we’ve gotten a myriad of […]

Chicago Bulls icon Michael Jordan enjoyed several prestigious victories over the course of his career in the NBA. The North Carolina native won six championships with Chicago and left a lasting legacy along the way. However, let’s take a look back at his last playoff defeat — a loss to Shaquille O’Neal and the upstart […]

Orlando Magic shooting guard Evan Fournier is among the likeliest players to be traded ahead of next year’s deadline, one that could be worth some serious compensation from teams inquiring about his services. According to ESPN Insider Bobby Marks, Fournier was a popular pick for most likely to be moved. The franchise hasn’t shown any […]

Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic can certainly pull off plenty of moves that not a lot of seven-footers can replicate. The Joker displayed yet another impressive skill from his extensive repertoire, nailing a one-legged fade-away from the top of the key against the Orlando Magic at the Pepsi Center on Wednesday. Blanketed by Nikola Vucevic’s […]

Utah Jazz guard Mike Conley left their game against the Orlando Magic on Tuesday and did not return due to a sore left hamstring. Conley finished the game with seven points and six assists in 19 minutes of action. .@utahjazz PG Mike Conley has a sore left hamstring and won't return to tonight's game. @OrlandoMagic […]

The Utah Jazz are listing point guard Mike Conley as probable to face the Orlando Magic on Tuesday. Conley has missed five games in a row due to a hamstring injury he suffered against the Philadelphia 76ers on Dec. 2: Mike Conley is listed as probable for the Jazz's game against the Magic tomorrow. — Andy Larsen (@andyblarsen) […]

Orlando Magic point guard Markelle Fultz had another noteworthy performance on Sunday, as he helped his side to a lopsided victory against the New Orleans Pelicans. The former first overall pick logged 10 points, two rebounds, seven assists, a steal, and a block in 30 minutes of play, en route to a 130-119 win for […]

Orlando Magic point guard Markelle Fultz put New Orleans Pelicans star Jrue Holiday on skates with a shifty behind-the-back move that led to a highlight-reel jam on Sunday afternoon. M A R K E L L E 😤 F U L T Z pic.twitter.com/F5hScSYwvX — Orlando Magic (@OrlandoMagic) December 15, 2019 Fultz is one of […]

The Orlando Magic will get back All-Star center Nikola Vucevic for Sunday’s matchup versus the New Orleans Pelicans, the team announced several hours before tip-off. Vucevic makes his return to action following an 11-game absence due to a right ankle sprain. In the wake of a scary looking injury on Nov. 20, the fact that Vucevic […]

Houston Rockets superstar James Harden had another absolutely outstanding outing on Friday as he torched the Orlando Magic for 54 points (19-of-31 from the field, 6-of-6 from the line), along with 10 3-pointers, five rebounds, seven assists, two steals, and three blocks in 36 minutes of action. The Rockets cruised to another victory, defeating the […]

Houston Rockets superstar James Harden often takes flak for his defense (or lack thereof), but he certainly proved against the Orlando Magic that he can also get it done on the other end. With the Rockets up comfortably by 16 against the Magic, 94-78, with 3.4 seconds left in third quarter of their match at […]

Orlando Magic point guard Markelle Fultz will play on Friday against the Houston Rockets after missing the previous game versus the Los Angeles Lakers due to a stomach virus. Magic officials said Markelle Fultz (stomach virus) will be available to play against the Rockets tonight. Nikola Vucevic (ankle sprain) will not play tonight. — Josh […]

Orlando Magic center Nikola Vucevic appears close to playing again after suffering a right lateral ankle sprain in November. Vucevic is hopeful he can play either Friday against the Houston Rockets or Sunday versus the New Orleans Pelicans: Nikola Vucevic, who sprained his right ankle on Nov. 20 and has missed Orlando's last 10 games: "Hopefully, I […]

Los Angeles Lakers big man Dwight Howard has recently opened up about the challenges he had to go through during his stint with the Orlando Magic. While the 6-foot-10 center is widely regarded as one of the best big men to have ever played for the franchise, it turns out that Howard does not actually […]

Los Angeles Lakers center Dwight Howard made his return to Orlando to face the Orlando Magic on Wednesday. Seven years after his messy divorce from the team, however, some fans still haven’t moved on from the dark episode in their franchise. Howard, nonetheless, wants them to move on from that bitter past, just like he […]

Mo Bamba of the Orlando Magic met Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James at the top and swatted his dunk attempt. Bamba not only mustered his courage to get in the way of James, but he also showcased his perfect timing. In the replay below, Bamba got all ball. Mo Bamba blocked LeBron 😤 pic.twitter.com/ncTysXN00E […]

The Orlando Magic hilariously roasted Los Angeles Lakers fans in attendance at the Amway Center with a ‘Bandwagon Cam.’ One by one, the Magic spotted the Lakers fans in attendance. While they’re grateful for their efforts in donning the Purple and Gold amid a Blue and White crowd, they weren’t giving them the free pass. […]

There is still no love lost between Orlando Magic fans and current Los Angeles Lakers center Dwight Howard. The former Magic star was booed by the crowd at the Amway Center as he checked into Wednesday night’s game between Orlando and L.A. Boos for Dwight Howard in Orlando. https://t.co/OgN7kpxRbm — Dime (@DimeUPROXX) December 12, 2019 […]

The Orlando Magic will be without starting point guard Markelle Fultz on Wednesday when they host LeBron James, Anthony Davis and the Los Angeles Lakers. Fultz is dealing with a stomach virus. Orlando Magic guard Markelle Fultz will not play tonight against the Los Angeles Lakers because of a stomach virus. — Chris Haynes (@ChrisBHaynes) […]

Los Angeles Lakers forward Kyle Kuzma will be held out of Wednesday night’s matchup against the Orlando Magic due to soreness and discomfort from an ankle sprain that occurred in a game against the Washington Wizards earlier this season, according to a report from Mike Trudell. Kyle Kuzma is out tonight in Orlando due to […]

In 2012, the Orlando Magic sent their star center Dwight Howard to the Los Angeles Lakers in one of the craziest trades in NBA history, one that still has ramifications in the league today. At the time, Howard was undoubtedly the best center in the league. The 6-foot-10 big man had just won three consecutive […]

Los Angeles Lakers guard Avery Bradley will return on Wednesday against the Orlando Magic after missing thirteen consecutive games with a hairline fracture in his right leg, per the LA Times’ Brad Turner on Twitter. Avery Bradley worked out again today with Lakers in Orlando and will play against the Magic Wednesday, per source. He […]

Orlando Magic forward Aaron Gordon, who is known for his high-flying dunking exploits, added Milwaukee Bucks center Brook Lopez to his list of victims of posterization. Aaron Gordon dunked on Brook Lopez and blew him a kiss 💀 📹:@OrlandoMagic pic.twitter.com/VkJbWNoFN7 — Dime (@DimeUPROXX) December 10, 2019 Gordon’s amazing leaping ability was on full display. The […]

Orlando Magic center Nikola Vucevic is still not ready to play after suffering a right lateral ankle sprain in November. However, Vucevic has ramped up his on-court work. .@OrlandoMagic C Nikola Vucevic, who has been out since Nov. 20 with an ankle sprain, ramped up his on-court work today w/ shooting and drill work. He continues to report […]

Orlando Magic center Nikola Vucevic is still not ready to play after suffering a right lateral ankle sprain in November. However, Vucevic has started to do some limited running on the court, per Josh Robbins of The Athletic. Asked about his recovery from a right-ankle sprain, Nikola Vucevic said he has started to do some […]

The Orlando Magic saw their season flash before their eyes when the duo of Aaron Gordon and Nikola Vucevic went down on the same night with a pair of sprained ankles back in November. While Vucevic’s ailment has lasted longer than that of Gordon’s, Gordon is now back in the mix and able to soar […]

On Tuesday’s win over the Washington Wizards, Markelle Fultz of the Orlando Magic dropped a career-high. Fultz finished with a total of 20 points on 9-of-16 from the field. He also had six assists and three rebounds in 31 minutes of action. More importantly, they got the win over the Wizards, 127-120. Markelle Fultz has […]

Somebody notify J.R. Smith: his bit was stolen. Veteran point guard Isaiah Thomas attempted to untie the shoe laces of third-year guard Markelle Fultz during the Tuesday night bout between the shorthanded Washington Wizards and Orlando Magic. https://twitter.com/NBCSWizards/status/1202019358324744192 Thomas, a two-time All-Star who signed as a free agent with the Wizards this past summer, can […]

There was a time when Gilbert Arenas was arguably the best point guard in the NBA. Arenas became the face of the Washington Wizards in the early 2000s, when he embarked on one of the finest three-year runs of any guard in league history. But a few injuries and an infamous gun incident later and […]

ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski reports that Orlando Magic forward Al-Farouq Aminu is out indefinitely after suffering a torn meniscus in his right knee. Orlando Magic F Al-Farouq Aminu has suffered a torn meniscus in his right knee and will be out indefinitely, league sources tell ESPN. — Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) December 1, 2019 This is a […]