John Black

John Black

Joined: Jul 2, 2018

Orlando Magic fan; USF Bulls fan and Tampa resident. USF '18 English BA

Mohamed Bamba has made an impact every time he has stepped on the floor for the Orlando Magic. (Photo by Alex Menendez/Getty Images)

2022 Orlando Magic Player Outlook: Mohamed Bamba’s make or break year

Ziaire Williams entered college as one of the top prospects but he slipped as he struggled to settle in. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-USA TODAY Sports

Orlando Magic 2021 NBA Draft Preview: Ziaire Williams could be a late round steal

R.J. Hampton got a fresh start in the trade to the Orlando Magic and showed why draft scouts were excited by him. (Photo by Jacob Kupferman/Getty Images)

2021 Orlando Magic Player Evaluations: R.J. Hampton’s Second Half Sprint

Wendell Carter has made the most of his early opportunity with the Orlando Magic. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)

Orlando Magic: Future outlook for every acquired asset at NBA trade deadline

Marvin Williams would be a solid veteran choice to replace Khem Birch in the Orlando Magic's lineup. Mandatory Credit: Ashley Landis/Pool Photo-USA TODAY Sports

3 Players Orlando Magic should consider when replacing Khem Birch

3 goals for Orlando Magic as they pick up pieces of new roster

BLACKSBURG, VA - DECEMBER 05: Nickeil Alexander-Walker #4 of the Virginia Tech Hokies looks to pass in the second half during the game against the VMI Keydets at Cassell Coliseum on December 5, 2018 in Blacksburg, Virginia. (Photo by Lauren Rakes/Getty Images)

NCAA Tournament Preview: Who the Orlando Magic should be watching

ORLANDO, FL - DECEMBER 28: Head Coach Steve Clifford of the Orlando Magic speaks with his team during the game against the Toronto Raptors on December 28, 2018 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 2018 NBAE (Photo by Fernando Medina/NBAE via Getty Images)

Steve Clifford making positive impact on Orlando Magic in first year

DALLAS, TX - JANUARY 9: Dennis Smith Jr. #1 of the Dallas Mavericks guards the Orlando Magic on January 9, 2018 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 2018 NBAE (Photo by Glenn James/NBAE via Getty Images)

Orlando Magic Rumors: Dallas Mavericks ramping up Dennis Smith Jr. talks, Orlando Magic listening

ORLANDO, FLORIDA - JANUARY 12: Khem Birch #24 of the Orlando Magic clears a path for his teammate Aaron Gordon #00 against the Boston Celtics in the first quarter at Amway Center on January 12, 2019 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. (Photo by Harry Aaron/Getty Images)

Orlando Magic win, but offensive problems still prevalent

PORTLAND, OR - NOVEMBER 28: Wesley Iwundu #25 of the Orlando Magic stretches prior to the game against the Portland Trail Blazers on November 28, 2018 at the Moda Center Arena in Portland, Oregon. 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 2018 NBAE (Photo by Cameron Browne/NBAE via Getty Images)

The importance of Wesley Iwundu to the Orlando Magic

Evan Fournier and Devin Booker have been two of the hottest shooting guards in the league to this point. (Photo by Harry Aaron/Getty Images)

Orlando Magic Grades: Phoenix Suns 122, Orlando Magic 120

ORLANDO, FLORIDA - DECEMBER 23: Nikola Vucevic #9 of the Orlando Magic and Hassan Whiteside #21 of the Miami Heat get into a shoving match in the third quarter at Amway Center on December 23, 2018 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.

Orlando Magic’s losing skid has exposed team’s biggest flaws

BOSTON, MA - OCTOBER 22: Jerian Grant #22 of the Orlando Magic dribbles the ball while guarded by Terry Rozier #12 of the Boston Celtics in the first quarter of a game at TD Garden on October 22, 2018 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. (Photo by Adam Glanzman/Getty Images)

Plenty of point guards may be available for Orlando Magic in trade market

MEXICO CITY, MX - DECEMBER 15: Evan Fournier #10 of the Orlando Magic rebounds the ball against the Utah Jazz as part of the NBA Mexico Games 2018 on December 15, 2018 at Arena Ciudad de Mexico in Mexico City, Mexico. 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 2018 NBAE (Photo by Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty Images)

Orlando Magic find the right time to strike in another ugly game

MEXICO CITY, MX - DECEMBER 13: Nikola Vucevic #9 of the Orlando Magic shoots the ball against the Chicago Bulls as part of the NBA Mexico Games 2018 on December 13, 2018 at Arena Ciudad de Mexico in Mexico City, Mexico. 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 2018 NBAE (Photo by Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty Images)

Orlando Magic Grades: Orlando Magic 97, Chicago Bulls 91