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The Magic are looking to take the next steps toward becoming a contender. To get there, they will have to leapfrog some teams in the Eastern Conference standings.
Omar Cabrera|
Kawhi Leonard is set to miss some time because of inflammation in his knee. This could have some interesting repercussions, affecting several teams in the league.
Elaine Blum|
The Magic have only one preseason game left. It is the final chance for new addition Kentavious Caldwell-Pope to put together an impressive game before the regular season.
Elaine Blum|
The Orlando Magic finished the 2023-24 season three wins from a 50-win season and feature one of the most promising stars in the NBA. So, the lack of national media coverage of remains a head scratcher.
Spencer R. Henderson|
The Orlando Magic had one of the best defensive teams in the league last year. They are aiming to rebuild it and be better this year.
Philip Rossman-Reich|
Several outlets ranked their top 100 NBA players ahead of the season. Magic star Paolo Banchero fared pretty well overall.
Elaine Blum|
The Magic may not have gotten a starting-level point guard over the summer but they got a veteran to help guide the young roster.
Spencer R. Henderson|
Kentavious Caldwell-Pope has had a big impact with the Orlando Magic with his off-field leadership and communication. Those little things will help the team grow.
Philip Rossman-Reich|
The Orlando Magic still have offensive issues to address. A recently proposed trade would do just that but the Magic should think twice about the cost.
Elaine Blum|
The Magic are relying heavily on internal improvement but it may not be enough. Bleacher Report made the bold prediction that they would chase two guards to take the team to the next level.
Elaine Blum|
Franz Wagner and Paolo Banchero have had very different preseasons. But their goals and preparation are the same as they ready themselves and their team for the regular season.
Philip Rossman-Reich|
The Magic suffered their first injury blow in their first preseason game against the New Orleans Pelicans when Wendell Carter Jr. injured his ankle.
Elaine Blum|
The Magic were on the wrong end of several big what-if scenarios. Some of them could have changed the franchise’s development for years.
Elaine Blum|
Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner are the Orlando Magic's best bet to represent the team in San Francisco in February. The Magic's young duo will get the invite if the team succeeds.
Philip Rossman-Reich|
Paolo Banchero has had two successful seasons in the NBA so far. There is still more to come.
Elaine Blum|
The Orlando Magic lost a preseason game as they returned home this weekend. They made up for it with another competitive practice and scrimmage that let their competitive juices fly.
Philip Rossman-Reich|
The Magic may have almost the same roster as last season but players will still have to adapt to new roles and expectations.
Elaine Blum|
The Magic could still use an offensive boost and Jett Howard may emerge as the player they can turn to in times of need.
Elaine Blum|
The Orlando Magic gave Goga Bitadze an NBA lifeline after he was waived two years ago. He has returned the favor, sticking with a team that feels like family to him.
Philip Rossman-Reich|
The Orlando Magic are expected to repeat as Southeast Division champions. But there are plenty of threats from the four other teams in the division.
Philip Rossman-Reich|
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