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The Orlando Magic have long made their identity on defense. They continue to deploy it to devastating effect as they shut down the offensive-minded Indiana Pacers to add to their reputation.

Orlando Magic's defensive vice grip is inescapable

Philip Rossman-Reich
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Orlando Magic vs. Indiana Pacers (Nov. 13, 2024): 3 Things to Watch, Odds and Prediction

Orlando Magic trusted their process to find their swagger again

NBA Cup can show the Orlando Magic they can still compete without Paolo Banchero

Jalen Suggs is still getting down the finer points of playing point guard as the Orlando Magic begin NBA Cup play.

Orlando Magic vs. Charlotte Hornets (Nov. 12, 2024): 3 Things to Watch, Odds and Prediction

Philip Rossman-Reich
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Cole Anthony has had to fight for his opportunity as he struggled to open the season. He shined against the Washington Wizards when his team needed him.

Cole Anthony grinding for another opportunity in Orlando Magic's rotation

Philip Rossman-Reich
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Boston Celtics v Orlando Magic

Why are the NBA courts different tonight?

Elaine Blum
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The Orlando Magic are still finding their offensive formula to win consistently. Increasingly, they are finding they have to win some possessions on the margins to boost their offense.

Orlando Magic win the margins to power their offense

Philip Rossman-Reich
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Anthony Black has rediscovered his aggression and has boosted a lagging Orlando Magic offense.

Orlando Magic vs. Washington Wizards (Nov. 10, 2024): 3 Things to Watch, Odds and Prediction

Philip Rossman-Reich
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Jalen Suggs has seemingly taken some big steps forward in the first 10 games of the Orlando Magic's season.

10 things we've learned about the Orlando Magic through 10 games

Philip Rossman-Reich
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Boston Celtics v Orlando Magic

NBA Cup rules, format & tiebreakers: complete guide 

Elaine Blum
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Franz Wagner is the star for the Orlando Magic while Paolo Banchero is out. Slowly he is redefining what that means for him and how best he can lead this team.

Franz Wagner redefines his stardom and role without Paolo Banchero

Philip Rossman-Reich
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Brooklyn Nets v Orlando Magic

Eastern Conference rival’s early struggles prove Magic dodged a bullet this summer

Elaine Blum
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The Orlando Magic open a five-game homestand against the New Orleans Pelicans as they try to get themselves right and end a five-game losing streak.

Orlando Magic vs. New Orleans Pelicans (Nov. 8, 2024): 3 Things to Watch, Odds and Prediction

Philip Rossman-Reich
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Last year the Orlando Magic got a career season from Moe Wagner to help anchor one of the best bench units in the league. This year the team has struggled for consistency off the bench.

One of Orlando Magic's biggest strengths is suddenly a weakness

Philip Rossman-Reich
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Brooklyn Nets v Orlando Magic

NBA Standings ordered by offensive rating: Magic’s struggles continue 

Elaine Blum
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The Orlando Magic's home at the Kia Center remains a great place to watch a basketball game. But it is also clear looking around the league, it needs an upgrade.

Kia Center is overdue for an upgrade to regain status among the NBA's best

Philip Rossman-Reich
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Orlando Magic v Chicago Bulls

3 Orlando Magic players on breakout watch, 1 on flop watch

Omar Cabrera
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The Orlando Magic are still trying to find their footing after the loss of Paolo Banchero. But Franz Wagner and the Magic showed character and resolve even in a defeat to the Indiana Pacers.

Orlando Magic find a way to win in falling short against the Indiana Pacers

Philip Rossman-Reich
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Jalen Suggs is being asked to take on a much bigger role for the Orlando Magic now with Paolo Banchero out.

Orlando Magic at Indiana Pacers (Nov. 6, 2024): 3 Things to Watch, Odds and Prediction

Philip Rossman-Reich
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Denver Nuggets v Orlando Magic

Suggs, Wagner face unique opportunity and pressure amid Magic’s struggles

Spencer R. Henderson
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Many Orlando Magic seasons have been changed because of mid-season injuries, including flipping the team from a Playoff contender to out of the race.

How the Orlando Magic fared during other major mid-season absences

Philip Rossman-Reich
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The Orlando Magic put together more elements that point to the team coming out of this deep nadir. But their inability to shoot is preventing any tangible progress.

Frustratingly bad shooting is holding the Orlando Magic back

Philip Rossman-Reich
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Brooklyn Nets v Orlando Magic

Eastern Conference standings are full of surprises to start the season 

Elaine Blum
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Orlando Magic v Dallas Mavericks

Paolo Banchero's injury could open up dialogue for MVP case upon his return

Spencer R. Henderson
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The Orlando Magic are looking to get themselves right again against the Oklahoma City Thunder as Moe Wagner and the bench has to regain some of its dominance.

Orlando Magic at Oklahoma City Thunder (Nov. 4, 2024): 3 Things to Watch, Odds and Prediction

Philip Rossman-Reich
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Another rough outing in the wake of Paolo Banchero's injury has the Orlando Magic reeling and sorting themselves out. Before they can do anything else, they need to find their joy and believe again.

The Orlando Magic need to find their joy, belief again

Philip Rossman-Reich
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Jonathan Isaac has had some of his best defensive games for the Orlando Magic inside American Airlines Center.

Orlando Magic at Dallas Mavericks (Nov. 3, 2024): 3 Things To Watch, Odds and Prediction

Philip Rossman-Reich
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