Orlando Magic Power Rankings Roundup: Reasons to believe?

Jan 20, 2017; Orlando, FL, USA; Orlando Magic guard Elfrid Payton (4) and center Bismack Biyombo (11) high five against the Milwaukee Bucks during the second half at Amway Center. Orlando Magic defeated the Milwaukee Bucks 112-96. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 20, 2017; Orlando, FL, USA; Orlando Magic guard Elfrid Payton (4) and center Bismack Biyombo (11) high five against the Milwaukee Bucks during the second half at Amway Center. Orlando Magic defeated the Milwaukee Bucks 112-96. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports
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Gerald Bourguet, Hoops Habit

Just about everyone who has an interest in the long-term future of the Orlando Magic recognize it is time for the Magic to reinvest in their young players and build around them rather than smushing together veterans to squeeze out the eighth seed.

Aaron Gordon and Elfrid Payton have played significantly better lately. That may not mean they are stars in the making, but it certainly means the team should work to complement their skills.

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Rebuilding the Magic will be very tricky.