Year: 2017

MIAMI - MARCH 9: Tracy McGrady #1 of the Orlando Magic drives against Lamar Odom #7 of the Miami Heat during NBA action on March 9, 2004 at American Airlines Arena in Miami, MIAMI - MARCH 9: Dwyane Wade #3 of the Miami Heat dunks against the Orlando Magic during NBA action on March 9, 2004 at American Airlines Arena in Miami, Florida. 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 Issac Baldizon/NBAE via Getty Images)

Tracy McGrady’s career is one for the legends

Philip Rossman-Reich
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2017 Central Florida 85 Nos. 1-17: The Best of the Best

Orlando Magic make coaching changes, hires ahead of training camp

Orlando Magic Daily Roundtable: August idling with trades, Eurobasket

Pau Gasol (L) of Spain vies with Nikola Vucevic (R) of Montenegro during the Group C of the FIBA Eurobasket 2017 mens basketball match between Spain and Montenegro in Cluj Napoca on September 1, 2017. / AFP PHOTO / DANIEL MIHAILESCU (Photo credit should read DANIEL MIHAILESCU/AFP/Getty Images)

Frustration mars Nikola Vucevic, Montenegro’s Eurobasket opener

Philip Rossman-Reich
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ORLANDO, FL - MARCH 05: Orlando head coach Jason Kreis is seen on the sideline during a MLS soccer match between New York City FC and Orlando City SC at the Orlando City Stadium on March 5, 2017 in Orlando, Florida. (Photo by Alex Menendez/Getty Images)

2017 Central Florida 85 Nos. 18-34: Feeling the pressure

Philip Rossman-Reich
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HELSINKI, FINLAND - AUGUST 31: Lauri Markkanen of Finland Evan Fournier France during the FIBA Eurobasket 2017 Group A match between France and Finland on August 31, 2017 in Helsinki, Finland. (Photo by Norbert Barczyk/Press Focus/MB Media/Getty Images)

Finland scores surprising upset over Evan Fournier, France

Philip Rossman-Reich
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HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL - JANUARY 28: Kalin Lucas #14 of the Erie BayHawks drives to the basket against the Windy City Bulls on January 28, 2017 at the Sears Centre Arena in Hoffman Estates, Illinois. 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2017 NBAE (Photo by John L. Alexander/NBAE via Getty Images)

Orlando Magic sign Troy Caupain and Kalin Lucas for training camp

Philip Rossman-Reich
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ORLEANS, FRANCE - AUGUST 08: Evan Fournier #10 of France is at the basket against Dragan Bender #15 and Dario Saric #9 of Croatia during the international friendly game between France v Croatia at Palais des Sports on August 8, 2017 in Orleans, France. (Photo by Catherine Steenkeste/Getty Images)

Eurobasket presents opportunity for Evan Fournier, Nikola Vucevic to deliver

Philip Rossman-Reich
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SAN ANTONIO, TX - MARCH 11: Jonathon Simmons #17 of the San Antonio Spurs goes up for a lay up against the Golden State Warriors on March 11, 2017 at the AT&T Center in San Antonio, Texas. 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2017 NBAE (Photos by Mark Sobhani/NBAE via Getty Images)

Jonathon Simmons rescued in boat from Hurricane Harvey

Philip Rossman-Reich
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ORLANDO, FL - MAY 24: Orlando Magic CEO Alex Martins introduces Jeff Weltman as President of Basketball Operations during a press conference on May 24, 2017 at Amway Center in Orlando, Florida. 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2017 NBAE (Photo by Fernando Medina/NBAE via Getty Images)

2017 Central Florida 85 Nos. 35-50: Behind the scenes

Philip Rossman-Reich
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TARRYTOWN, NY - AUGUST 3: Elfrid Payton #4 and Aaron Gordon #00 of the Orlando Magic behind the scenes during the 2014 NBA rookie photo shoot on August 3, 2014 at the Madison Square Garden Training Facility in Tarrytown, New York. 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2014 NBAE (Photo by Adam Pantozzi/NBAE via Getty Images)

Aaron Gordon, Elfrid Payton, Orlando Magic about to enter perils of restricted free agency

Philip Rossman-Reich
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NEW YORK, NEW YORK - April 23: Giles Barnes #14 of Orlando City SC in action during the New York City FC Vs Orlando City SC regular season MLS game at Yankee Stadium on April 23, 2017 in New York City. (Photo by Tim Clayton/Corbis via Getty Images)

2017 Central Florida 85 Nos. 51-68: Big Expectations

Philip Rossman-Reich
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MIAMI, FL - FEBRUARY 13: Elfrid Payton #4 of the Orlando Magic handles the ball against the Miami Heat on February 13, 2017 at American Airlines Arena in Miami, Florida. 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2017 NBAE (Photo by Issac Baldizon/NBAE via Getty Images)

WestGate sets first Vegas over/under for Orlando Magic season

Philip Rossman-Reich
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HOUSTON, TX - FEBRUARY 07: Patrick Beverley

Crowded trade market may force Orlando Magic to stand pat

Ryan Doyle
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ORLANDO, FL - FEBRUARY 3: Frank Vogel of the Orlando Magic coaches his team during the game against the Toronto Raptors on February 3, 2017 at Amway Center in Orlando, Florida. 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2017 NBAE (Photo by Fernando Medina/NBAE via Getty Images)

Orlando Magic create a clearer rotation and path to an identity

Joe Buckley
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ORLANDO, FL - JULY 27: Arron Afflalo of the Orlando Magic addresses the media on July 27, 2017 at Amway Center in Orlando, Florida. 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2017 NBAE (Photo by Gary Bassing/NBAE via Getty Images)

2017 Central Florida 85 Nos. 69-85: Happy Homecomings

Philip Rossman-Reich
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LOS ANGELES, CA - JANUARY 11: Nikola Vucevic #9 of the Orlando Magic handles the ball against the LA Clippers on January 11, 2017 at STAPLES Center in Los Angeles, California. 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2017 NBAE (Photo by Andrew D. Bernstein/NBAE via Getty Images)

Nikola Vucevic is likely to bounce back for Orlando Magic

Dar-Wei Chen
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ORLANDO, FL - DECEMBER 14: Horace Grant #54, Shaquille O'Neal #32 and Anfernee Hardaway #1 of the Orlando Magic looks on against the Denver Nuggets on December 14, 1994 at the Orlando Arena in Orlando, Florida. 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 1994 NBAE (Photo by Barry Gossage/NBAE via Getty Images)

DIME ranks NBA2K’s all-time Orlando Magic in bottom five

Philip Rossman-Reich
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LOS ANGELES - JUNE 7: Rashard Lewis #9 and Hedo Turkoglu #15 of the Orlando Magic high five during Game Two of the 2009 NBA Finals against the Los Angeles Lakers at Staples Center on June 7, 2009 in Los Angeles, California. 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2009 NBAE (Photo by Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty Images)

5 biggest snubs off the NBA2K18 All-Time Orlando Magic team

Philip Rossman-Reich
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ORLANDO, FL - JUNE 22: Orlando Magic President of Basketball Operations Jeff Weltman addresses the media during the 2017 NBA Draft on June 22, 2017 at Amway Center in Orlando, Florida. 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2017 NBAE (Photo by Fernando Medina/NBAE via Getty Images)

Learning patience has been Orlando Magic’s biggest chore

Philip Rossman-Reich
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LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 18: Adreian Payne #33 of the Minnesota Timberwolves handles the ball against the Chicago Bulls during the 2016 NBA Las Vegas Summer League game on July 18, 2016 at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2016 NBAE (Photo by David Dow/NBAE via Getty Images)

Lakeland Magic open first G-League season Nov. 4

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ORLANDO, FL - NOVEMBER 10: Tracy McGrady #1 of the Orlando Magic goes up for the dunk during the game against the Los Angeles Clippers at TD Waterhouse Centre on November 10, 2002 in Orlando, Florida. The Clippers defeated the Magic 120-117. 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 Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2002 NBAE (Photo by: Fernando Medina/NBAE/Getty Images)

NBA2K18 announced all-time Orlando Magic

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ORLANDO, FL - 1994: Shaquille O'Neal #32 of the Orlando Magic goes up for a dunk during a game against the Detroit Pistons circa 1994 at Orlando Arena in Orlando, Florida. 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 1994 NBAE (Photo by Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty Images)

NBA2K18 previews Orlando Magic’s all-time team

Philip Rossman-Reich
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WESTCHESTER, NY - DECEMBER 21: Tyler Harvey #1 of the Erie Bayhawks dribbles the ball against the Westchester Knicks at the Westchester County Center on December 21, 2015 in Westchester, New York. 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2015 NBAE (Photo by David Dow/NBAE via Getty Images)

Orlando Magic second round pick Tyler Harvey taken in G-League expansion draft

Philip Rossman-Reich
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PHILADELPHIA, PA - DECEMBER 2: D.J. Augustin #14 celebrates with Aaron Gordon #00 of the Orlando Magic in the third quarter against the Philadelphia 76ers at Wells Fargo Center on December 2, 2016 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Magic defeated the 76ers 105-88. 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)

Orlando Magic team building has begun in California

Philip Rossman-Reich
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LOS ANGELES, CA - MARCH 08: Evan Fournier #10 of the Orlando Magic looks to make a pass on the fastbreak during the NBA game against the Los Angeles Lakers at Staples Center on March 8, 2016 in Los Angeles, California. 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 Victor Decolongon/Getty Images)

Evan Fournier found the right role after the All-Star Break too

Philip Rossman-Reich
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CHARLOTTE, NC - MARCH 10: Teammates Aaron Gordon #00 and Elfrid Payton #4 of the Orlando Magic react after a call during their game against the Charlotte Hornets at Spectrum Center on March 10, 2017 in Charlotte, North Carolina. 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 Streeter Lecka/Getty Images)

Orlando Magic are still behind their counterparts in rebuilding

Patrick Flynn
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