Orlando Magic fans are rightfully excited about the acquisition of Desmond Bane. But a poor playoff showing against the Oklahoma City Thunder should give some pause.

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The Orlando Magic shifted their needs and roster with the trade for Desmond Bane. What they need to fill out the rest of their roster remains unchanged as they focus back on the Draft.

Orlando Magic's draft needs don't change after major trade

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The Orlando Magic made a bold move acquiring Desmond Bane from the Memphis Grizzlies. The move made it clear to the rest of the league that they are ready to win.

Desmond Bane, Orlando Magic are ready to win

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Rumors

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CJ McCollum would seemingly check a lot of the boxes of things the Orlando Magic need. But his age and poor defensive reputation are red flags the team should avoid.

Orlando Magic should avoid veteran sharpshooter even if he checks a lot of boxes

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The Orlando Magic will be hunting for offensive improvement wherever they can find it. It could force them to risk their identity to find the right scorer to boost their team.

Orlando Magic might risk identity chasing available scorer

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The Orlando Magic need shooting desperately. But not so desperate to compromise their roster or go deep into the tax for a player who does not fit their overall philosophy.

Orlando Magic should avoid highly sought-after big man at all costs

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The Orlando Magic are expected to be aggressive this offseason and could be willing to offer a mega trade package to get something done to improve their offense.

Orlando Magic have mega trade package to boost team to contention

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Free Agency

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The Orlando Magic fired the first shot of the offseason, making a splashy move to acquire Desmond Bane. In a wide-open Eastern Conference, it felt necessary to make the deal.

Orlando Magic couldn't afford to wait, couldn't afford a half measure

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Moe Wagner was on his way to a career season for the Orlando Magic this season. But an injury has thrown his future in jeopardy as he faces contract uncertainty this offseason.

Essential player faces uncertain future with Orlando Magic

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Darius Garland was at the center of a week of trade rumors and discussions for Orlando Magic fans. Those rumors got a bunch of water dumped on them. But the process of seeing what the Magic can do this offseason is still clear.

Latest rumors put water on major Orlando Magic trade idea

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The Orlando Magic do not get involved in the rumor mill. But a pair of rumors involving Nickeil Alexander-Walker suggest the obvious: The Magic are in the market for a guard and will be aggressive to find one.

Orlando Magic aren't keeping their offseason a secret anymore

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The Orlando Magic made a major bet on themselves in giving up so much for Desmond Bane. It was not just about acquiring Bane. It was about completing their picture.

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Orlando Magic make the biggest bet on themselves

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The Orlando Magic have a lot of options to explore on draft night. Even trading up for Kasparas Jakucionis.

Orlando Magic's pressure should lead to painfully obvious draft plan

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Cedric Coward has been the fastest riser in the NBA Draft process, going from physical curiosity to potential Lottery pick. He fits the Orlando Magic to a tee.

Orlando Magic have perfect target to trade up for in the 2025 NBA Draft

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The Orlando Magic are hunting for help at all positions. They could find their mark in St. Joseph's forward Rasheer Fleming.

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The Orlando Magic shockingly acquired Desmond Bane in their big move this offseason. Orlando chose not to compromise its principles to make their big move.

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Desmond Bane checks every box for the Orlando Magic

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Magic's top free agency target after Desmond Bane trade is now painfully obvious

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Stunning trade proposal could shockingly land Kevin Durant on the Magic

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The highlight of the season for Franz Wagner came with his game-winning basket against the Los Angeles Lakers. That three showed his potential as a shooter. But the Orlando Magic rarely saw that from him last year.

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Franz Wagner must get to the bottom of his shooting struggles

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The Orlando Magic are weighing a lot of things this offseason. For now Jalen Suggs should remain off limits to see how he fits in a more offensive lineup.

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Small sample makes clear Orlando Magic shouldn't entertain major trade

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Cold hard Jalen Suggs truth the Magic must immediately accept

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