Year: 2017

WASHINGTON, DC - MARCH 5: Markieff Morris #5 of the Washington Wizards handles the ball during a game against the Orlando Magic on March 5, 2017 at Verizon Center in Washington, DC. 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 Ned Dishman/NBAE via Getty Images)

Talking Orlando Magic, Southeast Division with Chris Platte of Strictly Hoops

Elfrid Payton setting the table for Orlando Magic in preseason

Orlando Magic need strong start to build from their base

Orlando Magic hire Tracy McGrady as Special Assistant to CEO Alex Martins

ORLANDO, FL - OCTOBER 5: Nikola Vucevic #9 of the Orlando Magic shoots the ball 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)

Transition is the glue and the key for the Orlando Magic

ORLANDO, FL - OCTOBER 5: Aaron Gordon #00 of the Orlando Magic dunks 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)

Orlando Magic Grades: Orlando Magic 112, Dallas Mavericks 89

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)

Adreian Payne out indefinitely with broken hand

BROOKLYN, NY - APRIL 1: Mario Hezonja #8 of the Orlando Magic handles the ball against the Brooklyn Nets during the game on April 1, 2017 at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, 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)

Hope For Mario Hezonja: Comparisons with Orlando Magic favorite J.J. Redick

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)

Orlando Magic encouraged with first effort, see plenty to tighten up

ORLANDO, FL - MARCH 11: Aaron Gordon #00 of the Orlando Magic dunks against the Cleveland Cavaliers during the game on March 11, 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 Six Orlando Magic stars with the most to prove in 2018

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)

Orlando Magic eager to put on a show in front of their fans

WASHINGTON, DC - MARCH 05: Aaron Gordon #00 of the Orlando Magic dribbles past Markieff Morris #5 of the Washington Wizards during the first half at Verizon Center on March 5, 2017 in Washington, DC. 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 Patrick Smith/Getty Images)

Orlando Magic ranked 29th in Zach Lowe’s League Pass rankings

MEMPHIS, TN - OCTOBER 2: Nikola Vucevic #9 of the Orlando Magic goes for the tip off 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)

Orlando Magic’s starters pick things up in preseason opener

MEMPHIS, TN - OCTOBER 2: Jonathon Simmons #17 talks with Jonathan Isaac #1 of the Orlando Magic 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)

Orlando Magic Grades: Memphis Grizzlies 92, Orlando Magic, 84

ORLANDO, FL - OCTOBER 26: The Orlando Magic and Miami Heat during a ceremony including a moment of silence for the victims of the Pulse Nightclub shooting victims before the home opener on October 26, 2016 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 2016 NBAE (Photo by Gary Bassing/NBAE via Getty Images)

Orlando Magic players have no plans to protest during national anthem

ORLANDO, FL - SEPTEMBER 25: Aaron Gordon #00 Elfrid Payton #2 and Terrence Ross #31 of the Orlando Magic pose for a portrait during NBA Media Day on September 25, 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 Mailbag Volume 26: All is new again

MEMPHIS, TN - DECEMBER 1: Elfrid Payton #4 of the Orlando Magic goes up for a lay up during a game against the Memphis Grizzlies on December 1, 2016 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 2016 NBAE (Photo by Joe Murphy/NBAE via Getty Images)

Orlando Magic eager to set tone in first preseason game

ORLANDO, FL - JULY 18: Orlando Magic President of Basketball Operations Jeff Weltman addresses the media on July 18, 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)

Jeff Weltman: Orlando Magic have winners within them

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’s continuity not taken for granted

ORLANDO, FL - NOVEMBER 11: Nikola Vucevic

Orlando Magic feel confident with their work through training camp

WASHINGTON, DC - MARCH 5: Aaron Gordon #00 of the Orlando Magic drives to the basket against the Washington Wizards on March 5, 2017 at Verizon Center in Washington, DC. 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 Ned Dishman/NBAE via Getty Images)

Nylon Calculus gives Orlando Magic slim shot at Playoffs

ORLANDO, FL - SEPTEMBER 25: Aaron Gordon #00 Bismack Biyombo #11 Jonathon Simmons #17 and Jonathan Isaac #1 of the Orlando Magic pose for a portrait during NBA Media Day on September 25, 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 Roundtable: Training Days

BOSTON, MA - March 31: Terrence Ross #31 of the Orlando Magic shoots the ball against the Boston Celtics on March 31, 2017 at the TD Garden in Boston, Massachusetts. 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 Brian Babineau/NBAE via Getty Images)

Orlando Magic look to be smarter with 3-point line

ORLANDO, FL - OCTOBER 26: The Orlando Magic and Miami Heat during a ceremony including a moment of silence for the victims of the Pulse Nightclub shooting victims before the home opener on October 26, 2016 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 2016 NBAE (Photo by Gary Bassing/NBAE via Getty Images)

Hurricane Maria hit home for Orlando Magic broadcaster

TORONTO, ON - MARCH 27: Cory Joseph #6 of the Toronto Raptors dribbles the ball as Elfrid Payton #4 of the Orlando Magic defends during the second half of an NBA game at Air Canada Centre on March 27, 2017 in Toronto, Canada. 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 Vaughn Ridley/Getty Images)

Orlando Magic hope to turn defense from weakness to strength

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)

Aaron Gordon, Elfrid Payton extensions do not seem likely before deadline

ORLANDO, FL - MAY 24: Orlando Magic CEO Alex Martins and Jeff Weltman pose for a photo 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)

Orlando Magic have a national reputation to repair

MEMPHIS, TN - OCTOBER 3: Nikola Vucevic

Orlando Magic start training camp with familiar beats