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The Orlando Magic’s postseason woes deepened on Monday night, following a disheartening 96-86 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers in the NBA Playoffs. With this defeat, Orlando now trails 0-2 in the series, a precarious situation for a team struggling to find its rhythm on the court. Paolo Banchero, Franz Wagner admit Magic offensive execution is […]

Homecourt advantage plays a big part in any series in the NBA Playoffs. After getting decimated for two games straight by the Cleveland Cavaliers led by Donovan Mitchell, the Orlando Magic are going to need every ounce of help that they can get from their fans. Paolo Banchero even went out to send a message […]

The Orlando Magic faced a difficult challenge in their return to the NBA Playoffs, suffering a 97-83 defeat against the Cleveland Cavaliers. This game marked the team’s first playoff appearance since the 2019-20 season, signaling a significant but rocky milestone for the young squad. Cleveland established an early dominance, shooting flawlessly from 3-point range to […]

The Orlando Magic have secured their spot in the NBA playoffs for the first time since the 2020 season, overcoming the Milwaukee Bucks with a commanding 113-88 victory on Sunday afternoon. This win, ending a three-game skid, helped Paolo Banchero and the Magic lock down the fifth seed in the Eastern Conference, finishing the regular […]

The Orlando Magic are set for a defining moment in their season as they head into the final day of the NBA regular season before the playoffs begin. The team, currently holding a 46-35 record after a three-game losing streak including a recent 123-115 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers, remains in the fifth seed of […]

The Orlando Magic encountered a setback in their playoff pursuit, dropping a game to the Milwaukee Bucks with a score of 117-99 on Wednesday night. The Bucks, playing without their leading star Giannis Antetokounmpo who is sidelined for the season’s concluding matches, capitalized on the Magic’s missteps. Orlando’s 16 turnovers became fodder for Milwaukee’s 27 […]

The Orlando Magic faced a significant setback Friday in their quest to ascend the Eastern Conference standings, falling 124-115 to the lowly Charlotte Hornets. This loss comes on the heels of a three-game winning streak, including a recent victory over the New Orleans Pelicans. Orlando’s hope to capture the third seed was dashed by a […]

The Orlando Magic crushed the Memphis Grizzlies 118-88 on Saturday night in a win that had Joe Ingles in a jovial mood. After the game, Ingles was first to the podium, in place of Magic head coach Jamahl Mosley and hilarity ensued, per Fawzan Amer of The Sixth Man Show: Joe Ingles went first tonight […]

Following their emphatic victory over the Charlotte Hornets, the Orlando Magic faced a formidable challenge against the New Orleans Pelicans on Thursday night, ultimately triumphing with a 121-106 victory. The Pelicans, having won seven of their last eight games prior to this matchup, were outplayed by the Magic, who demonstrated their defensive prowess and extended […]

On Tuesday night, the Orlando Magic not only extended their winning streak to four games, but also secured their place in the NBA play-in tournament with a comprehensive 112-92 victory over the Charlotte Hornets. The win marked their return to the postseason for the first time since 2020, showcasing a resurgent team led by an […]

The Orlando Magic’s Jalen Suggs has made an undeniable case for First Team All-Defense this season, showcasing a level of defensive skill that has caught the attention of fans, analysts and colleagues alike. Magic coach Jamahl Mosley has strongly advocated for Suggs’ consideration for the prestigious accolade, emphasizing the guard’s impressive performance on both ends […]

The Orlando Magic secured another win against the Toronto Raptors on Sunday, completing a season series sweep with a 111-96 victory. This game, following a win in their first of the two weekend meetings, highlighted the exceptional performance of Paolo Banchero, whose outstanding play has been pivotal for the Magic this season. Jamahl Mosley lauds […]

Riding high off their win Wednesday night against the Brooklyn Nets, the Orlando Magic secured a 113-103 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Friday night. The first half saw both teams trading baskets in a closely contested battle, but it was the Magic’s 17-4 run in the late third quarter that truly changed the game’s […]

The Orlando Magic achieved a crucial 114-106 win against the Brooklyn Nets, bouncing back strongly from a recent setback, a 111-97 defeat at the hands of the Indiana Pacers. This victory was especially significant, drawing on the collective strength and skill of key players Wendell Carter Jr., Franz Wagner, Jalen Suggs, and,notably, the team’s first-time […]

The Orlando Magic and head coach Jamahl Mosley are reportedly in agreement on a four-year contract extension, per Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN. Orlando has seen a complete franchise turnaround and Mosley has led the way. The contract’s worth has yet to be revealed. The Magic are currently in fifth place in the Eastern Conference. Orlando […]

The Orlando Magic, rebounding from a disappointing 107-106 road loss to the Memphis Grizzlies on Friday night, bounced back with a commanding 113-98 victory over the red-hot Phoenix Suns Sunday night. The Suns, coming into the game as one of the league’s formidable teams with victories in 7 of their last 8 contests, had previously […]

The Orlando Magic bounced back from early setbacks in their four-game road trip, securing a 98-94 victory over the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden on Martin Luther King Day. The Knicks, hindered by the absence of star guard Jalen Brunson due to a calf injury, faced a nearly full-strength Magic team, bolstered by […]

In what can be described as a considerable uplift for the Orlando Magic, Markelle Fultz, the team’s 25-year-old guard, is poised for a much-anticipated return in the forthcoming matchup against the Atlanta Hawks. Fultz’s season has been marred by injuries, limiting his court presence to a mere five games, with his most recent play being […]

The Orlando Magic, coming off a victory Monday night against the Cleveland Cavaliers, faced a challenging game against the Boston Celtics on Thursday, resulting in a 128-111 defeat. The loss, largely attributed to an uncharacteristic 21 turnovers, saw the Magic’s offense struggle, impacting their standing in the Eastern Conference. Franz Wagner contributed significantly to this […]

The Orlando Magic, fresh off a victory against the Detroit Pistons last Friday, faced another central division opponent in the Cleveland Cavaliers, Monday night. In their previous encounter, the Cavs emerged victorious despite a career-high 42 points from Paolo Banchero. This time, however, head coach Jamahl Mosley’s Magic dominated, securing a 104-94 win in a […]

The Orlando Magic wasted a career-high 42 points from Paolo Banchero in a 121-111 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers — but the concern is for Jalen Suggs, who injured his ankle in the contest. Suggs was limping at one point in the first quarter, and went down awkwardly while playing defense in the second. It […]

In a stunning turn of events early in the 2023-24 NBA season, the Orlando Magic have positioned themselves as formidable contenders, sitting just one game behind the Boston Celtics at the top of the Eastern Conference with a remarkable 14-6 record. Their performance, particularly during a nine-game winning streak, which ties the longest in the […]

As we enter the month of December and prepare for the holiday season, there is no telling how the 2023-24 NBA season will play out. Nobody had the Minnesota Timberwolves and Orlando Magic being two of the best teams in the league, yet here we are approaching the quarter mark of the season with these […]

Following their dominant performance against the Toronto Raptors, the Orlando Magic pulled off an impressive 124-119 victory over the reigning NBA champions Denver Nuggets on Wednesday night. This crucial win elevates the Magic to a 10-5 record, positioning them as the second seed in the Eastern Conference and marking their best start since the 2011 […]

The Orlando Magic have had a mixed start to the 2023-24 NBA season, with a record of 5-4. While there have been some positive performances, there have also been some disappointments. In this article, we will identify the biggest disappointment for the Orlando Magic so far this season and discuss why this player has failed […]

After wrapping up their West Coast road trip, the Orlando Magic kicked off their four-game home stand on a high note, trouncing the Los Angeles Lakers 120-101 on Saturday night, making it even for the season series. This marks the Magic’s fourth victory of the season. Here are the three key takeaways from Saturday’s performance. […]

The Orlando Magic are fifth in the Eastern Conference with a 3-2 record, hoping to take the next step in their evolution as possible contenders under Coach Jamahl Mosley. Reigning, defending Rookie of the Year Paolo Banchero got real about the team’s winning mindset under Mosley this season. A worrisome late-breaking injury situation involving Markelle […]

Marking a dominant start to their 35th season, the Orlando Magic cruised to a convincing victory over the Houston Rockets with a final score of 116-86 on Wednesday night. The win underscored the Magic’s renewed approach, emphasizing both notable player performances and their much-improved defensive efforts. Here are the three key takeaways: The Magic defense […]

The Orlando Magic, who landed in the middle of the pack at 15th in defense last season, are setting their sights higher for the 2023-24 campaign. The team allowed an average of 114 points per game, with a defensive rating of 113.7, placing them near the league’s bottom half. Nevertheless, with elite defenders like Jonathan […]

As the 2023-24 NBA season approaches, Orlando Magic’s head coach Jamahl Mosley emphasized the team’s internal competitive spirit, signaling a more challenging road ahead for established players and newcomers alike. Mosley addressed Cole Anthony’s understanding of that dynamic at Friday’s practice prior to the preseason finale against Flamengo. Anthony, entering his fourth season with the […]

As a result of their strong finish to the 2022-23 NBA season, the Orlando Magic look poised to take the next step into competing for a playoff spot. After starting the campaign 5-20, Orlando went 29-28 the rest of the year, essentially becoming a .500 team through the final two-thirds of the regular season. The […]

Although the Orlando Magic have not been able to surpass more than 34 wins since the 2018-19 season, they enter the new year with a somewhat lofty over under win total projection. This summer, they have been one of the least talked about teams in the off-season primarily because of their silence in free agency and on […]

The Dallas Mavericks are ecstatic with Luka Doncic’s career thus far, especially in regards to the buzz he creates around the team and the joy of watching him on the court. The Mavs have yet to win a title with Doncic as their lead player, but he has maintained plenty of admiration around the NBA. […]

The Orlando Magic have a lot of young talent on their roster currently, and it’s clear that of that group, Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner are leading the way. Banchero and Wagner have tons of potential that they began to tap into last season, but ahead of the 2023-24 season, their head coach Jamahl Mosley […]

Paolo Banchero of the Orlando Magic has been selected to play with Team USA this summer in the FIBA Basketball World Cup, and Magic head coach Jamahl Mosley was pumped up for Banchero to get this experience. “I think it is such a great experience,” Jamahl Mosley said, via Cody Taylor of USA Today. “To […]

Orlando Magic rookie forward Paolo Banchero has been one of the most sensational players in the league since Day 1. Selected with the first overall pick in the 2022 NBA Draft, plenty of pressure was on him after being the surprise pick for the Magic; former Gonzaga big man Chet Holmgren, drafted second overall by […]

Orlando Magic head coach Jamahl Mosley firmly believes Paolo Banchero is the rookie of the year, and it’s not even close. Ahead of the Magic’s showdown with the Washington Wizards on Friday, Mosley was asked about Banchero’s case for the Rookie of the Year award. The Orlando tactician didn’t hold back as he claimed that […]

At one point in December, the Orlando Magic had won eight of nine games. That gave us a glimpse of how good this team could be in the near future. Since then, however, the Magic have gone 6-10 to continue lounging near the cellar of the Eastern Conference. Making the play-in is mathematically within reach, […]

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 […]