Year: 2017

NEW YORK, NY - JANUARY 2: Aaron Gordon #00 of the Orlando Magic goes up for the dunk against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden on January 2, 2017 in New York, 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 2017 NBAE (Photo by Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty Images)

Aaron Gordon has no time to wait, his time is now

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ORLANDO, FL - OCTOBER 7: Nikola Vucevic #9 and Jonathon Simmons #17 help up teammate Jonathan Isaac #1 of the Orlando Magic during a preseason against the Miami Heat game on October 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 hope efforts to jumpstart chemistry pay off

DENVER, CO - JANUARY 16: Aaron Gordon #00 of the Orlando Magic handles the ball during the game against the Denver Nuggets on January 16, 2017 at the Pepsi Center in Denver, Colorado. 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 Bart Young/NBAE via Getty Images)

Locked On Magic: Orlando Magic, NBA predictions

ORLANDO, FL - OCTOBER 13: Jeff Green #32 of the Cleveland Cavaliers plays defense against Aaron Gordon #00 of the Orlando Magic during the preseason game on October 13, 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)

Orlando Magic Daily Debates: Should Aaron Gordon get an extension?

NEW YORK, NY - OCTOBER 3: Jamel Artis #0 of the New York Knicks shoots the ball against the Brooklyn Nets during the preseason game on October 3, 2017 at Madison Square Garden in New York City, 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 2017 NBAE (Photo by Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty Images)

Orlando Magic Rumors: Jamel Artis signs two-way deal with Orlando Magic

ORLANDO, FL - OCTOBER 7: Khem Birch #24 of the Orlando Magic battles for position against Erik McCree #22 and Bam Adebayo #13 of the Miami Heat during a preseason game on October 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 Gary Bassing/NBAE via Getty Images)

Khem Birch makes the Orlando Magic roster, readies for next challenge

ORLANDO, FL - APRIL 12: Aaron Gordon #00 of the Orlando Magic dunka against the Detroit Pistons on April 12, 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)

538 has most optimistic Orlando Magic prediction yet

The Orlando Magic's Aaron Gordon dunks against the Cleveland Cavaliers in preseason action at the Amway Center in Orlando, Fla., on Friday, Oct. 13, 2017. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel/TNS via Getty Images)

Orlando Magic begin forming identity after six preseason games

ORLANDO, FL - OCTOBER 13: Jonathon Simmons #17 of the Orlando Magic shoots the ball against the Cleveland Cavaliers during the preseason game on October 13, 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: Cleveland Cavaliers 113, Orlando Magic 106

MEMPHIS, TN - OCTOBER 2: Evan Fournier #10 of the Orlando Magic handles the ball during the game against the Memphis Grizzlies during a preseason game on October 2, 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 Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty Images)

Evan Fournier looking to grow by simplifying his role

ORLANDO, FL - APRIL 6: Aaron Gordon #00 and Elfrid Payton #4 of the Orlando Magic are seen during the game against the Brooklyn Nets on April 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)

Orlando Magic Rumors: Aaron Gordon, Elfrid Payton not likely to sign extensions

ORLANDO, FL - OCTOBER 7: Bismack Biyombo #11 of the Orlando Magic dunks against the Miami Heat during a preseason game on October 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 feeling confident as preseason nears its end

ORLANDO, FL - APRIL 12: Aaron Gordon #00 of the Orlando Magic dunks against the Detroit Pistons on April 12, 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)

FanSided NBA Preview: Orlando Magic looking within to find success

MEMPHIS, TN - OCTOBER 2: D.J. Augustin #14 of the Orlando Magic handles the ball during the game against the Memphis Grizzlies during a preseason game on October 2, 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 Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty Images)

D.J. Augustin vows to make 2018 far better than 2017

SACRAMENTO, CA - MARCH 13: Nikola Vucevic #9 of the Orlando Magic gets introduced into the starting lineup against the Sacramento Kings on March 13, 2017 at Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, 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 Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2017 NBAE (Photo by Rocky Widner/NBAE via Getty Images)

Previewing the Orlando Magic with Locked On NBA

SAN ANTONIO, TX - OCTOBER 10: Aaron Gordon #00 of the Orlando Magic looks on during a preseason game against the San Antonio Spurs on October 10, 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)

Aaron Gordon, Orlando Magic seem real in preseason of mirages

SAN ANTONIO,TX - OCTOBER 10: Bismack Biyombo #11 of the Orlando Magic drives on Rudy Gay #22 of the San Antonio Spursat AT&T Center on October 10, 2017 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. (Photo by Ronald Cortes/Getty Images)

Orlando Magic Grades: Orlando Magic 103, San Antonio Spurs 98

OAKLAND, CA - MARCH 16: Nikola Vucevic #9 of the Orlando Magic passes the ball during a game against the Golden State Warriors on March 16, 2017 at ORACLE Arena in Oakland, 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 Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2017 NBAE (Photo by Noah Graham/NBAE via Getty Images)

Nikola Vucevic hopes to be a stretch-5 that works the post

ORLANDO, FL - OCTOBER 7: Jonathon Simmons

Jonathon Simmons growing, expanding his game in preseason

DALLAS, TX - OCTOBER 9: D.J. Augustin #14 of the Orlando Magic drives to the basket during a preseason game against the Dallas Mavericks on October 9, 2017 at the American Airlines Center in Dallas, 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 (Photo by Danny Bollinger/NBAE via Getty Images)

Orlando Magic Grades: Dallas Mavericks 99, Orlando Magic 96

ORLANDO, FL - OCTOBER 5: Dennis Smith Jr. #1 of the Dallas Mavericks goes to the basket against the Orlando Magic 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)

Dennis Smith Jr.: ‘Almost certain’ Orlando Magic would take him with sixth pick

ORLANDO, FL - OCTOBER 7: Jordan Mickey #25 of the Miami Heat goes to the basket against the Orlando Magic during a preseason game on October 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)

5 questions that remain for Orlando Magic at preseason’s midpoint

ORLANDO, FL - OCTOBER 7: Arron Afflalo #4 of the Orlando Magic handles the ball against the Miami Heat during a preseason game on October 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 Gary Bassing/NBAE via Getty Images)

Orlando Magic Daily Podcast Episode 77: National perceptions with Ricky Scricca

ORLANDO, FL - OCTOBER 7: Aaron Gordon #00 of the Orlando Magic goes up for a rebound against Kelly Olynyk #9 of the Miami Heat during a preseason game on October 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’s defense still has long way to go, but it is getting there

ORLANDO, FL - OCTOBER 7: Aaron Gordon #00 of the Orlando Magic dunks against the Miami Heat during a preseason game on October 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 93, Miami Heat 90