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Apart from his one-handed catch, the New York Giants’ Odell Beckham Jr. is also known for his dancing skills. NBA athletes Trae Young of the Atlanta Hawks and Mo Bamba of the Orlando Magic got a chance to see it live. But Bamba doesn’t seem too impressed. Below is a clip of Beckham Jr. dancing on […]

“Grind Week” has been a customary part of Golden State Warriors star Draymond Green’s offseason, as he and other NBA stars like Aaron Gordon, Robert Covington, Denzel Valentine, Brandon Rush, Beno Udrih, Noah Vonleh, Ian Clark, and Mario Chalmers, among others, compete in workout sessions and high-level pickup games, which could be a rarity in […]

The Orlando Magic will celebrate their 30th anniversary this season. To honor that impressive milestone, the team will wear a new set of throwback jerseys at various times throughout their 2018-19 NBA campaign, according to a report from Josh Robbins of The Orlando Sentinel. The uniforms, which are designed by Nike, are a spitting image […]

Thanks in large part to the NBA’s continued efforts, basketball has become a game that is beloved around the globe. With no end to this popularity rise in sight, the league continues to broaden its horizons. The Orlando Magic announced Tuesday that they will play a pair of games at Arena Ciudad de Mexico this […]

Jerian Grant of the Orlando Magic was inspired by LeBron James’ recent initiative. Though the 25-year-old cannot afford to build a school just yet, he emulated the Los Angeles Lakers’ deed through his own little way. Via his Twitter, Grant announced that he’s going to give away some school supplies to a local community at Notre […]

The Orlando Magic have signed big man Amile Jefferson to a two-way deal according to a report by Shams Charania of Yahoo Sports. Free agent forward Amile Jefferson has agreed to a two-way NBA contract with the Orlando Magic, league sources tell Yahoo. The former Duke standout finished last season on two-way with the Timberwolves. […]

The Memphis Grizzlies and Orlando Magic have agreed to a trade. According to Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN, the Magic are receiving Jarell Martin and cash in exchange for Dakari Johnson. Martin spent his first three seasons in Memphis, averaging 6.2 points, 4.0 rebounds, and 0.7 assists. The power forward finally saw significant minutes during the […]

In the NBA, summer is the time to look forward. The 2018 NBA Draft is complete and teams are celebrating their new rookie additions, offseason trades, and free agency signings. Optimism runs high for the most part and fans are focused on what’s ahead for their favorite teams. New has everyone’s attention. Today, we’re not […]

The Oklahoma City Thunder are staying active this offseason. After moving Carmelo Anthony’s contract off the books by shipping him off to Atlanta, the team is sending another player to the Eastern Conference. According to Shams Charania of Yahoo Sports, the Thunder are trading Dakari Johnson to the Orlando Magic for Rodney Purvis. Charania also […]

Africa is not France, but that obvious fact has not stopped people from the continent from riding on the recent success of Didier Deschamps’ men. France won the most coveted title in all of sports earlier on Sunday when Le Bleus defeated Croatia in the World Cup Finals in Russia to the tune of a […]

One could only imagine the disaster Papa John’s public relations team is dealing with right now after a report by Forbes’ Noah Kirsch surfaced this week which mentioned the use of a racial slur by the company’s founder, John Schnatter, during a conference back in May. In this age of political correctness and heightened social […]

The NBA offseason could be exciting or tedious, depending on when you ask. The most exciting moment is certainly the time the clock strikes midnight on July 1 since that’s when the big name free agents start hammering out deals with prospective teams. And for sure, we were on the edge of our seats on […]

The NBA offseason has mostly been about free agency, but a number of teams have also pulled the trigger on some interesting trades. On Saturday, the Chicago Bulls, Charlotte Hornets, and Orlando Magic finalized a three-team trade that will put a number of players on the move. According to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski, Timofey Mozgov is […]

The Orlando Magic and Isaiah Thomas have met over the last several days, but according to Keith Smith of Basketball Insiders, there has been no agreement on a deal as of yet. The two sides, however, have left open the opportunity to revisit talks on a deal. Latest buzz here in Las Vegas is that […]

Isaiah Thomas used to fantasize about teams bringing out the “Brink’s” truck on the negotiation table. That’s no longer the case today, though, as Thomas continues to be without a new contract with teams seemingly unsure what quality of basketball they can get from a sub-six-foot point guard who is coming off a hip surgery. […]

The Orlando Magic are reportedly negotiating a deal with Isaiah Thomas, but it turns out he’s not the only “Isaiah” the team has in mind. According to Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN, the Magic have worked out a deal with guard Isaiah Briscoe. Free agent guard Isaiah Briscoe has agreed to a deal with the Orlando […]

Isaiah Thomas had an interesting 2017-18 season. After a year in which he blossomed into a superstar as part of the Boston Celtics, Thomas was shipped to the Cleveland Cavaliers via a blockbuster trade in exchange for Kyrie Irving. Then he had to pack his belongings at the trade deadline when he was sent to […]

All eyes are on the rookies who are making their debuts in the NBA Summer League this week. It is the NBA’s top stars of tomorrow, who just so happen to be playing today. Who will be the duds and the studs in their Pro Career premieres? Of course, most eyes will be on the […]

Free agent forward Aaron Gordon has agreed in principle to a deal with the Orlando Magic, according to Marc J. Spears of The Undefeated. Gordon entered free agency after the team failed to pick up his option this past season, despite impressing with the best season of his short career. The athletic forward was hoping […]

Obviously done with dunking on regular joes in parks and on Deandre Ayton on Twitter, Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid took on another rookie, and as usual, emerged out of the challenge with his crown still on his head. In a recent pickup game in Los Angeles, Embiid took Orlando Magic rookie Mo Bamba to school, […]

During a pickup game in Los Angeles, Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid and Orlando Magic rookie Mo Bamba got matched up in the post. The Sixers center asserts his dominance by backing down the slighter Bamba. Once he gets in the paint, Embiid throws down a two-handed jam and exclaims, “Welcome to the f**kin league.” […]

The Indiana Pacers are expected to jump in to the Aaron Gordon sweepstakes, likely sending an offer sheet exceeding the $20 million annual range, according to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski. The Pacers will dart their best shot at the Orlando Magic power forward, although the franchise is largely expected to offer him the max, which would […]

Pencil Orlando Magic guard/forward Mario Hezonja as another one of the Brooklyn Nets’ many offseason targets, according to Brian Lewis of The New York Post. The Sacramento Kings have also recently reported interest in the Croatian international. The Nets have showed deep interest in the international marksman, as well as in his teammate, Aaron Gordon, […]

Soon-to-be free agent Aaron Gordon didn’t mince words when asked if he’d prefer a max contract from the Orlando Magic once free agency hits on July 1. “Yeah definitely but we’ll see how it goes,” Gordon said when asked if he’d still like a max contract at the premiere of the Uncle Drew movie in […]

The Sacramento Kings have developed an interest in two Orlando Magic cogs in franchise player Aaron Gordon and guard/forward Mario Hezonja, according to James Ham of NBC Sports California. Gordon, who will be a restricted free agent in a few days, is expected to receive a succulent offer from the Magic. While the Kings are […]

There were some questions after the 2017-18 NBA season surrounding Aaron Gordon and what precisely the Orlando Magic were going to do with him. He is a restricted free agent which means the Magic have the chance to match any offer he receives in free agency. They can also try to work out a deal with him […]

It has been a couple weeks since Kawhi Leonard requested a trade from the San Antonio Spurs, and with every passing day the picture seems to get clearer about where he could end up. The BetDSI Sportsbook released a future on where Leonard is going to end up, with a couple of surprising odds. The […]

News broke back in May that superstar power forward/center Karl-Anthony Towns and the Minnesota Timberwolves are “not in a good place internally.” This was reported by ESPN’s Zach Lowe on The Lowe Post. His colleague Brian Windhorst asked Lowe to share his thoughts on Towns and the Timberwolves. Here is what Lowe said via Hoops Hype’s […]

Today’s NBA is ruled by long, switchy wings. LeBron James has the association on a string, Kevin Durant is fresh off back-to-back Finals MVPs, and teams are lining up for Kawhi Leonard’s services. Absent assets or allure to obtain an elite wing, the Orlando Magic are seeking their own path to success. Orlando has long […]

The Orlando Magic just drafted talented center Mo Bamba with their sixth pick in the 2018 NBA Draft. The shocker came when Trae Young and Luka Doncic were traded for one another between the Atlanta Hawks and Dallas Mavericks. Bamba is expected to have a solid NBA career, but it’ll be a tough start for […]

The Orlando Magic’s newest addition to the team gives the franchise much-needed hope that it could right the ship as soon as next season. That’s Mo Bamba; the team’s no. 6 pick during Thursday’s NBA Draft in Brooklyn. Bamba stands seven-feet tall with a wingspan of 7-foot-10 that seems to belong in a prehistoric period. […]

Orlando Magic rookie Mo Bamba reportedly has a wingspan that goes on for days, but scouting reports must have also missed the fact that the Texas Longhorns alum’s social media game can send people into a daze. We found one that out after this year’s no. 6 overall pick in the NBA Draft silenced a […]

The Orlando Magic didn’t get their man, but they got a pretty decent consolation prize despite their disappointment. According to Jonathan Givony of ESPN, the Magic had their sights set on Trae Young, but after he was selected prior to their pick, they decided to go with Mo Bamba. Givony goes on to remark that […]

The 2018 NBA Draft is under way and this year’s class is as electric as any other in recent memory. Follow along as the results for each team are announced today, with every team taking another step toward their future. Phoenix Suns: DeAndre Ayton — C (Arizona)A double-double machine with plenty of untapped potential, despite posting […]

Orlando Magic big man Nikola Vucevic has a unique proposition for NBA Draft prospect Luka Doncic. It seems as though Vucevic is feeling quite generous. In fact, “Vuc,” as he’s come to be known, has said that he would give Doncic permission to drive his Porsche 911 every day if he were to land in […]

In the days leading up to the 2018 NBA Draft, European phenom Luka Doncic has been one of the most discussed prospects in this year’s class. Doncic has continued to be mentioned as being among those expected to be taken among the first few selections on Thursday night. The latest chatter around the 19-year-old that […]

Former Alabama Crimson Tide point guard and top 2018 NBA Draft prospect Collin Sexton will prioritize heading into a situation where he “fits” coming into the NBA Draft, according to Rick Bonnell of The Charlotte Observer. Sexton has worked out for the Cleveland Cavaliers, the New York Knicks, the Charlotte Hornets, and has now scheduled […]

Two of the NBA’s brightest young talents are expected to command a large sum to remain with their respective teams, as Orlando Magic forward Aaron Gordon and Chicago Bulls shooting guard Zach LaVine head toward restricted free agency this summer. Both Gordon and LaVine have shown massive upside for their respective teams and given today’s […]

As Trae Young gets prepared to hear his name on draft night, he has put together a select list of teams he will work out for, and it only includes four teams. According to Marc Berman of The New York Post, the four teams are the New York Knicks, Atlanta Hawks, Orlando Magic, and Chicago […]