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The NBA is set to change its All-Star format again. That should open the door wide open for Franz Wagner to make his first All-Star team.
Philip Rossman-Reich|
Franz Wagner shined in Germany's group play phase of EuroBasket. But the real challenge is about to begin as the pressure ramps up in the knockout rounds.
Philip Rossman-Reich|
The Orlando Magic have a new roster and new priorities. So what matters most? A mock expansion draft project reveals where the Magic's intentions should lie.
Philip Rossman-Reich|
Goga Bitadze was not a shooter last year. In EuroBasket, he has displayed a confident 3-point shot. That could change everything for the Orlando Magic.
Philip Rossman-Reich|
The Orlando Magic have loaded up heading into 2025-26, and this is the franchise's best chance yet to make a deep playoff run. Paolo Banchero is surrounded by the most talent since his NBA career began.
Quinn Everts|
EuroBasket has been a confidence-building tool for the Orlando Magic's three players. All three have shown the ability to make strides as the tournament continues.
Philip Rossman-Reich|
Paolo Banchero should be gaining legitimate MVP buzz. He has the skills to take a major leap. But he now has the team to unlock the best parts of his game.
Philip Rossman-Reich|
Goga Bitadze has gotten off to an incredibly strong start at EuroBasket. But it is the development of his 3-point shot that should have the Orlando Magic excited.
Philip Rossman-Reich|
The Orlando Magic are hoping more shooting will unleash their two young stars. That is already unleashing Franz Wagner on the world at EuroBasket.
Philip Rossman-Reich|
Franz Wagner continues to pour in points and lead Germany through EuroBasket. But he does not play like the way many think a star should.
Philip Rossman-Reich|
Jamahl Mosley is the early favorite to win Coach of the Year. Getting there is simply about meeting the Orlando Magic's outsized expectations.
Philip Rossman-Reich|
Goga Bitadze delivered a huge statement with eight points in the fourth quarter as he composed himself to help Georgia to an upset win over Spain.
Philip Rossman-Reich|
Wendell Carter struggled through his 2025 season. He could be a critical piece for the Orlando Magic to make their breakthrough in the 2026 season.
Philip Rossman-Reich|
A panel of ESPN NBA insiders voted Jamahl Mosely has their favorite to win Coach of the Year, effectively reinforcing how much pressure he and the Magic are under.
Dan Favale|
Germany is not too different than what the Orlando Magic are trying to do with their defensive philosophy and speed they play at. There are key lessons there.
Philip Rossman-Reich|
There isn't much to complain about for the Magic this offseason. But is a style adjustment needed from Jamahl Mosley this season?
Quinn Everts|
The first thing Franz Wagner wants at EuroBasket is a medal for Germany. But there is a lot more to accomplish to make this a successful tournament.
Philip Rossman-Reich|
The Orlando Magic have pushed in their chips for this team - and Jalen Suggs' health is a concern that should terrify Magic fans.
Josh Cornelissen|
Dwight Howard is on his way to the Hall of Fame next week. Before he gets there, he stopped home in Orlando to play the hero in the Big3.
Philip Rossman-Reich|
The Magic forward is still massively impactful on the defensive end. But have we already seen the peak of his NBA career?
Quinn Everts|
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