Year: 2017

Mar 8, 2017; Orlando, FL, USA; Orlando Magic guard Elfrid Payton (4) is congratulated by forward Terrence Ross (31) against the Chicago Bulls during the second half at Amway Center. Orlando Magic defeated the Chicago Bulls 98-91. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Orlando Magic: Whose team is it anyway?

What is next for the Orlando Magic after disappointing season?

Orlando Magic need more than effort to compete with the best

Orlando Magic Grades: Cleveland Cavaliers 116, Orlando Magic 104

Feb 3, 2017; Orlando, FL, USA; Orlando Magic forward Serge Ibaka (7) shoots the ball over Toronto Raptors forward Pascal Siakam (43) during the first quarter of an NBA basketball game at Amway Center. Mandatory Credit: Reinhold Matay-USA TODAY Sports

Serge Ibaka: There was pressure in Orlando

Mar 10, 2017; Charlotte, NC, USA; Orlando Magic head coach Frank Vogel reacts to a call in the second half against the Charlotte Hornets at Spectrum Center. The Hornets defeated the Magic 121-81. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports

Orlando Magic need to learn the power of effort

Mar 10, 2017; Charlotte, NC, USA; Charlotte Hornets forward Christian Wood (35) shoots the ball against Orlando Magic center Bismack Biyombo (11) in the second half at Spectrum Center. The Hornets defeated the Magic 121-81. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports

Orlando Magic Grades: Charlotte Hornets 121, Orlando Magic 81

Jan 22, 2016; Orlando, FL, USA; Orlando Magic guard Elfrid Payton (4) steals the ball from Charlotte Hornets guard Kemba Walker (15) during the second half at Amway Center. Charlotte Hornets defeated the Orlando Magic 120-116 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Game Preview: Orlando Magic vs Charlotte Hornets

Mar 6, 2017; Orlando, FL, USA; Orlando Magic guard Evan Fournier (10) shoots past New York Knicks center Willy Hernangomez (14) during the second quarter of an NBA basketball game at Amway Center. Mandatory Credit: Reinhold Matay-USA TODAY Sports

Evan Fournier’s move up the scouting report has had its hiccups

Jan 14, 2017; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Orlando Magic guard Mario Hezonja (8) works out prior to their game against the Utah Jazz at Vivint Smart Home Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Swinger-USA TODAY Sports

Mario Hezonja key to Orlando Magic’s Future Prospects

May 23, 2016; Orlando, FL, USA; Orlando Magic chief executive officer Alex Martins talks with media after they introduce Frank Vogel as their new head coach at Amway Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Dennis Scott: Orlando Magic need to bring back excitement, interest

Mar 8, 2017; Orlando, FL, USA; Orlando Magic forward Aaron Gordon (00) drives to the basket as Chicago Bulls center Robin Lopez (8) and forward Bobby Portis (5) defends during the first quarter at Amway Center. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Orlando Magic get a finish to build on

Mar 8, 2017; Orlando, FL, USA; Orlando Magic guard Elfrid Payton (4) drives to the basket against the Chicago Bulls during the first quarter at Amway Center. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Elfrid Payton fits Orlando Magic’s new style to devastating effects

Mar 8, 2017; Orlando, FL, USA; Orlando Magic guard Elfrid Payton (4) is congratulated by forward Terrence Ross (31) against the Chicago Bulls during the second half at Amway Center. Orlando Magic defeated the Chicago Bulls 98-91. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Orlando Magic Grades: Orlando Magic 98, Chicago Bulls 91

Dec 28, 2016; Orlando, FL, USA; Orlando Magic center Stephen Zimmerman (33) shoots over Charlotte Hornets guard Jeremy Lamb (3) as Magic guard CJ Wilcox (23) and Hornets center Frank Kaminsky III (44) look on during the second half of an NBA basketball game at Amway Center.The Hornets won 120-101. Mandatory Credit: Reinhold Matay-USA TODAY Sports

Orlando Magic’s centers stretched thin without Nikola Vucevic

Mar 1, 2017; Orlando, FL, USA; New York Knicks forward Kristaps Porzingis (6) drives past Orlando Magic center Nikola Vucevic (9) during the second quarter of an NBA basketball game at Amway Center. Mandatory Credit: Reinhold Matay-USA TODAY Sports

Orlando Magic Power Rankings Roundup: Signs of progress

Feb 23, 2017; Orlando, FL, USA; Orlando Magic forward Terrence Ross (31) shoots during warmups before an NBA basketball game at Amway Center. Mandatory Credit: Reinhold Matay-USA TODAY Sports

Terrence Ross’ potential impresses in early Orlando Magic career

Mar 6, 2017; Orlando, FL, USA; Orlando Magic guard Evan Fournier (10) shoots around New York Knicks forward Mindaugas Kuzminskas (91) during the second half of an NBA basketball game at Amway CenterThe Knicks won 113-105. Mandatory Credit: Reinhold Matay-USA TODAY Sports

Orlando Magic back down in the fourth quarter again

Mar 6, 2017; Orlando, FL, USA; Orlando Magic center Bismack Biyombo (11) watches as guard Elfrid Payton (4) shoots the ball between New York Knicks guard Ron Baker (31) and forward Kristaps Porzingis (6) during the second half of an NBA basketball game at Amway CenterThe Knicks won 113-105. Mandatory Credit: Reinhold Matay-USA TODAY Sports

Orlando Magic Grades: New York Knicks 113, Orlando Magic 105

Mar 5, 2017; Washington, DC, USA; Orlando Magic forward Aaron Gordon (00) drives to the basket against the Washington Wizards during the second half at Verizon Center. The Washington Wizards won 115-114. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports

5 questions the Orlando Magic face in the season’s final quarter

Mar 5, 2017; Washington, DC, USA; Orlando Magic guard Mario Hezonja (8) shoots over Washington Wizards center Ian Mahinmi (28) during the second half at Verizon Center. The Washington Wizards won 115-114. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports

Next for Orlando Magic, mastering the 3-point line

Mar 5, 2017; Washington, DC, USA; Washington Wizards guard Bradley Beal (3) steals the ball from Orlando Magic forward Terrence Ross (31) during the first half at Verizon Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports

Orlando Magic Grades: Washington Wizards 115, Orlando Magic 114

Feb 13, 2017; Miami, FL, USA; Orlando Magic center Nikola Vucevic (9) is pressured by Miami Heat forward Willie Reed (35) during the first half at American Airlines Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports

Nikola Vucevic is Orlando Magic’s third quarter MVP

Mar 5, 2017; Washington, DC, USA; Orlando Magic forward Aaron Gordon (00) drives to the basket against the Washington Wizards during the second half at Verizon Center. The Washington Wizards won 115-114. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports

ESPN still not believing Orlando Magic’s aim to win

Mar 3, 2017; Orlando, FL, USA; Orlando Magic forward Aaron Gordon (00) reacts after making a three pointer against the Miami Heat during the second quarter at Amway Center. This was the Magic's 800th consecutive game with a three point basket. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Orlando Magic retake the state

Mar 3, 2017; Orlando, FL, USA; Orlando Magic guard Elfrid Payton (4) drives to the basket as Miami Heat guard Tyler Johnson (8) defends during the second half at Amway Center. Orlando defeated Miami 110-99. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Orlando Magic finally have the space to succeed on offense

Mar 3, 2017; Orlando, FL, USA; Miami Heat forward James Johnson (16) shoots over Orlando Magic center Nikola Vucevic (9) during the second half at Amway Center. Orlando defeated Miami 110-99. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Orlando Magic Grades: Orlando Magic 110, Miami Heat 99

Feb 25, 2017; Orlando, FL, USA; Orlando Magic center Nikola Vucevic (9) drives to the basket as Atlanta Hawks center Dwight Howard (8) defends during the second quarter at Amway Center. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Orlando Magic Third Quarter Review: Answering the big questions