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Franz Wagner has shown promising signs in Germany's first two friendlies ahead of Eurobasket. That includes the debut of Wagner's improved low-post game.

Franz Wagner is not kidding about his surprise improvement

ESPN reporter says quiet part out loud about the Orlando Magic's roster

Early NBA schedule release keeps Orlando Magic in the dark again

Franz Wagner is ready to take on the world

Paolo Banchero and the Orlando Magic have a lot to prove this season. They have to prove they can get out of the first round despite not having much playoff experience.

Orlando Magic share the same doubt as the other Eastern Conference contenders

Tristan da Silva had a solid rookie season. But the Orlando Magic will need more from him in his second year as they aim to climb into contention.

Tristan Da Silva faces make-or-break year as Orlando Magic look to contend

Orlando Magic, Paolo Banchero

Pistons absolutely screwed the Magic on Paolo Banchero's extension

The Orlando Magic hope Desmond Bane and Tyus Jones can improve the team's 3-point shooting. That means getting them more open shots to take advantage of.

Orlando Magic's new acquisitions are solution to team's biggest problem

The Orlando Magic traded up to acquire Noah Penda. In Summer League he showed he could push for minutes quicker than anyone expected.

Noah Penda's standout Summer League should already have rotation players nervous

The Orlando Magic got just one regular season win on national TV last year. That was a bigger sign of an area of weakness the Magic have to improve on this season.

Orlando Magic must learn key skill to claim contender status

Franz Wagner and Germany are already preparing for their next international tournament as Eurobasket is a short three weeks away.

Eurobasket 2025 Guide: Everything Orlando Magic fans need to know

Orlando Magic, Jalen Suggs

Jalen Suggs is playing for his place on the Magic this season

Franz Wagner often faces criticism for his poor shooting. But he is starting from a good place and is a likely first-time All-Star in 2026.

Franz Wagner is in for career changing season with the Orlando Magic

Orlando Magic, Desmond Bane

Desmond Bane problem the Magic are already facing

Jamahl Mosley expertly guided the Orlando Magic through the rebuild phase of their development. But the Magic are aiming higher and that puts the pressure back on their coach.

Jamahl Mosley faces make-or-break season with the Magic after Desmond Bane trade

Anthony Black has shown much promise throughout his first two seasons. The 2026 season needs to see him put everything together to cement his future with the Orlando Magic.

Anthony Black in the crosshairs to avoid uncertain free agency fate

Jonathan Isaac, Orlando Magic

Magic fans know Jonathan Isaac is the key to a Finals breakthrough

Goga Bitadze is preparing for Eurobasket and displaying a surprising development as he prepares for the 2026 season.

Goga Bitadze teases surprise development ahead of Eurobasket

Franz Wagner knows he needs to work on his shooting this offseason after another frustrating season from deep. But he is working on another part of his game that could unlock his next level too.

The surprising thing Franz Wagner is working on this offseason

The Orlando Magic were disappointed with where they finished last season. But they are starting someplace better than their record would indicate. And that is before their big acquisitions this summer.

Everyone is forgetting how good the Orlando Magic already are

The Orlando Magic knew they had to be active this offseason to take their next step. They delivered in a major way and listened to their star's suggestions.

Orlando Magic listened to their star in busy offseason

The Orlando Magic are set to play the Memphis Grizzlies in Berlin and in London in January, bringing the Wagner brothers home for Germany's first regular season NBA games.

Franz Wagner, Moe Wagner get to bring the NBA home to Berlin

Orlando Magic, Nikola Vucevic

Magic could bring back former star if the latest rumors are true

Orlando Magic v Charlotte Hornets

Magic must refuse blockbuster temptation despite exciting new rumbling

Paolo Banchero has largely operated without a spotlight in his career. That is going to change as the Orlando Magic enter the contending scene.

Paolo Banchero's days of being overlooked are numbered

Desmond Bane is a dynamic shooter who can hunt and create his own 3-point shot. That is something completely different from what they got last year in Kentavious Caldwell-Pope.

The numbers that show Desmond Bane won't be a KCP repeat

Franz Wagner is emerging as a star in his own right for the Orlando Magic. He is following the path of one of his idols as he continues to add to his game.

Franz Wagner is following the map of childhood basketball hero

Goga Bitadze has fought for every minute on the floor. He will have to prove himself again after a slow finish to the season last year.

Goga Bitadze must prove himself again (again)