Year: 2017

ORLANDO, FL - OCTOBER 27: Wesley Iwundu #25 of the Orlando Magic drives to the basket against the San Antonio Spurs on October 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 Fernando Medina/NBAE via Getty Images)

Wes Iwundu shines as Lakeland Magic win home opener

Halftime is the Orlando Magic’s time to adjust, win

Orlando Magic Grades: Orlando Magic 128, Phoenix Suns 112

Orlando Magic Daily Roundtable: Surprises, what lasts and what’s next

ORLANDO, FL - NOVEMBER 5: Stuff the Magic Dragon of the Orlando Magic on November 5, 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 Daily Podcast Episode 78: Surprise starts with Will Ogburn of Orlando Pinstriped Post

The Orlando Magic's Aaron Gordon dunks against the New York Knicks at the Amway Center in Orlando, Fla., on Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2017. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel/TNS via Getty Images)

Orlando Magic Daily Mailbag: Fast starts and road trips

MEMPHIS, TN - NOVEMBER 1: Evan Fournier #10 of the Orlando Magic goes to the basket against the Memphis Grizzlies on November 1, 2017 at FedExForum in Memphis, Tennessee. 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 Joe Murphy/NBAE via Getty Images)

Orlando Magic heading West as tough road begins

The Orlando Magic's Elfrid Payton (2) passes in front of the New York Knicks' Willy Hermangomez (14) at the Amway Center in Orlando, Fla., on Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2017. The Magic won, 112-99. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel/TNS via Getty Images)

Elfrid Payton reinvigorates Orlando Magic’s offense

ORLANDO, FL - NOVEMBER 8: Aaron Gordon #00 of the Orlando Magic dunks the ball against the New York Knicks n November 8, 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 Grades: Orlando Magic 112, New York Knicks 99

Boston Celtics forward Marcus Morris (middle) takes a shot between Orlando Magic players Evan Fournier (left) and Jonathon Simmons (right) on Sunday, Nov. 5, 2017 at the Amway Center in Orlando, Fla. Boston won the game, 104-88. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel/TNS via Getty Images)

Orlando Magic shining defensively, but see plenty of room to improve

ORLANDO, FL - OCTOBER 27: Nikola Vucevic #9 of the Orlando Magic shoots the ball against the San Antonio Spurs on October 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 Fernando Medina/NBAE via Getty Images)

Orlando Magic’s offense sudden surge not surprising to team

ORLANDO, FL - OCTOBER 6: Elfrid Payton #2 of the Orlando Magic poses for a portrait during Magic Media Day 2 on October 6, 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)

The Orlando Magic sorely miss Elfrid Payton’s attacking

Orlando Magic guard Terrence Ross (31) tries to shoot past Boston Celtics guard Terry Rozier (12) on Sunday, Nov. 5, 2017 at the Amway Center in Orlando, Fla. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel/TNS via Getty Images)

Orlando Magic looking for their place in the Eastern Conference 10 games in

ORLANDO, FL - NOVEMBER 5: Kyrie Irving #11 of the Boston Celtics shoots the ball against the Orlando Magic on November 5, 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 Grades: Boston Celtics 104, Orlando Magic 88

ORLANDO, FL - OCTOBER 5: Mario Hezonja #8 of the Orlando Magic goes to the basket against the Dallas Mavericks during a preseason game on October 5, 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)

Mario Hezonja looks better, but still has lots of work ahead of him

ORLANDO, FL - OCTOBER 27: Nikola Vucevic #9 of the Orlando Magic shoots the ball against the San Antonio Spurs on October 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 Fernando Medina/NBAE via Getty Images)

The question of the week in the NBA: Are the Orlando Magic for real?

The Chicago Bulls' Justin Holiday, left, and Lauri Markkanen, right, knock the ball away from the Orlando Magic's Aaron Gordon at the Amway Center in Orlando, Fla., on Friday, Nov. 3, 2017. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel/TNS via Getty Images)

Orlando Magic’s demons come to play showing cracks in the foundation

The Orlando Magic's Nikola Vucevic (9) has his shot rejected by the Chicago Bulls' Kris Dunn (32) and Cristiano Felicio at the Amway Center in Orlando, Fla., on Friday, Nov. 3, 2017. The Bulls won, 105-83. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel/TNS via Getty Images)

Orlando Magic Grades: Chicago Bulls 105, Orlando Magic 83

CHARLOTTE, NC - OCTOBER 29: Shelvin Mack #7 of the Orlando Magic handles the ball against the Charlotte Hornets on October 29, 2017 at Spectrum Center 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2017 NBAE (Photo by Kent Smith/NBAE via Getty Images)

Shelvin Mack the next man up as Orlando Magic scramble at point guard

ORLANDO, FL - NOVEMBER 25: Nikola Vucevic #9 of the Orlando Magic is introduced before a game against the Washington Wizards on November 25, 2016 at the 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 2016 NBAE (Photo by Fernando Medina/NBAE via Getty Images)

The 3-pointer is saving Nikola Vucevic’s career

ORLANDO, FL - MARCH 29: Mario Hezonja #8 of the Orlando Magic saves the ball from going out of bounds against the Oklahoma City Thunder on March 29, 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)

Mario Hezonja vows to stay the course after team option declined

MEMPHIS, TN - NOVEMBER 1: Evan Fournier #10 of the Orlando Magic goes to the basket against the Memphis Grizzlies on November 1, 2017 at FedExForum in Memphis, Tennessee. 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 Joe Murphy/NBAE via Getty Images)

Orlando Magic doing it differently, but always finding a way to win

MEMPHIS, TN - NOVEMBER 1: Andrew Harrison #5 of the Memphis Grizzlies goes to the basket against Aaron Gordon #00 of the Orlando Magic on November 1, 2017 at FedExForum in Memphis, Tennessee. 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 Joe Murphy/NBAE via Getty Images)

Orlando Magic Grades: Orlando Magic 101, Memphis Grizzlies 99

ORLANDO, FL - OCTOBER 27: Jonathon Simmons #17 of the Orlando Magic drives to the basket against the San Antonio Spurs on October 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 Fernando Medina/NBAE via Getty Images)

Jonathon Simmons would be a more effective starter for Orlando Magic

ORLANDO, FL - MARCH 3: Mario Hezonja #8 of the Orlando Magic shoots the ball against the Miami Heat on March 3, 2017 at the 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 Rumors: Orlando Magic decline Mario Hezonja’s team option

ORLANDO, FL - OCTOBER 27: Mario Hezonja #8 of the Orlando Magic drives to the basket against the San Antonio Spurs on October 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 Fernando Medina/NBAE via Getty Images)

Mario Hezonja’s #WARLANDO proclamation a call for team unity

NEW ORLEANS, LA - OCTOBER 30: Members of the Orlando Magic react during the game against the New Orleans Pelicans at the Smoothie King Center on October 30, 2017 in New Orleans, Louisiana. 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 Chris Graythen/Getty Images)

Orlando Magic are putting everyone on notice

NEW ORLEANS, LA - OCTOBER 30: Marreese Speights #5 of the Orlando Magic reacts after a three point shot against the New Orleans Pelicans at the Smoothie King Center on October 30, 2017 in New Orleans, Louisiana. 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 Chris Graythen/Getty Images)

Orlando Magic’s depth proves to be the difference over New Orleans Pelicans