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Orlando Magic Schedule: 10 Games to Look Forward to

By Ryan Doyle

PHILADELPHIA, PA - DECEMBER 2: Evan Fournier #10 of the Orlando Magic dribbles the ball against Sergio Rodriguez #14 of the Philadelphia 76ers at Wells Fargo Center on December 2, 2016 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)
PHILADELPHIA, PA - DECEMBER 2: Evan Fournier #10 of the Orlando Magic dribbles the ball against Sergio Rodriguez #14 of the Philadelphia 76ers at Wells Fargo Center on December 2, 2016 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images) /
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Victor Oladipo, Indiana Pacers
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Nov. 20: vs. Indiana Pacers

Former Orlando guard Victor Oladipo will be returning with his new team, the Indiana Pacers in late November. This will be Orlando’s first nationally televised game and it will air on NBATV.

Following the Paul George trade, the Pacers are taking their first steps towards rebuilding. Indiana will have their struggles, but they have pieces to build around.

Regardless of Orlando’s record when this game takes place, this should be seen as a victory on paper. Orlando needs to take advantage of weaker teams if they want any shot at the postseason next year. The Pacers are not going to be very good.

On paper, both the Magic and Pacers will appear to be lottery teams. Still, both feature young talent that may develop into stars in a few seasons. Players like Myles Turner and Aaron Gordon should get their time to shine in this contest.

It may not garner the casual audience, but diehard fans will get a nice look at a pair of teams whose futures appear bright. Plus, seeing Oladipo is always a fun storyline to get behind.