Ruben Badillo

Ruben Badillo

Joined: Feb 22, 2017

Ruben Badillo is a writer for Orlando Magic Daily, he's also a former NBA writer at Hoops Nations. Ruben Graduated from Timber Creek High School, and is now studying Criminal Justice and Journalism at Valencia College. Ruben was also a Orlando Magic season ticket holder during the 2015-2016 season.

ORLANDO, FL - DECEMBER 30: Tracy McGrady #1 of the Orlando Magic prepares to dunk on a breakaway during the game against the Washington Wizards at TD Waterhouse Centre on December 30, 2002 in Orlando, Florida. The Magic won 112-95. 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 2002 NBAE (Photo by Fernando Medina/NBAE/Getty Images)

A look back at Tracy McGrady’s best performances with the Orlando Magic

ORLANDO, FL - MARCH 3: The Orlando Magic drum core is seen during the game against the Miami Heat on March 3, 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 Gary Bassing/NBAE via Getty Images)

Orlando Magic’s ‘evaluations’ include Playoff goals

Mar 27, 2017; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Orlando Magic guard Elfrid Payton (4) talks to head coach Frank Vogel against the Toronto Raptors at Air Canada Centre. The Raptors beat the Magic 131-112. Mandatory Credit: Tom Szczerbowski-USA TODAY Sports

Elfrid Payton’s finish to season make Orlando Magic’s choice harder

May 23, 2016; Orlando, FL, USA; Orlando Magic general manager Rob Hennigan talks with media as Frank Vogel is introduced as the new head coach during a press conference at Amway Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Did the Orlando Magic leak their trade and free agency targets?

Mar 10, 2017; Charlotte, NC, USA; Orlando Magic guard Evan Fournier (10) reacts on the bench in the second half against the Charlotte Hornets at Spectrum Center. The Hornets defeated the Magic 121-81. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports

Orlando Magic ranked 3rd most hopeless team by Sports Illustrated

Mar 17, 2017; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) is guarded by Orlando Magic guard Evan Fournier (10) in the second half at Talking Stick Resort Arena. The Magic won 109-103. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Stewart-USA TODAY Sports

Orlando Magic Grades: Orlando Magic 109, Phoenix Suns 103

Mar 16, 2017; Oakland, CA, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Klay Thompson (11) controls the ball against the Orlando Magic during the fourth quarter at Oracle Arena. The Golden State Warriors defeated the Orlando Magic 122-92. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports

Orlando Magic Grades: Golden State Warriors 122, Orlando Magic 92

Feb 4, 2017; Atlanta, GA, USA; Orlando Magic guard Elfrid Payton (4) dribbles against the Atlanta Hawks in the first quarter at Philips Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

Fast break style continues to unleash Elfrid Payton

Jan 22, 2016; Orlando, FL, USA; Orlando Magic guard Elfrid Payton (4) steals the ball from Charlotte Hornets guard Kemba Walker (15) during the second half at Amway Center. Charlotte Hornets defeated the Orlando Magic 120-116 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Game Preview: Orlando Magic vs Charlotte Hornets

Mar 6, 2017; Orlando, FL, USA; Orlando Magic center Bismack Biyombo (11) watches as guard Elfrid Payton (4) shoots the ball between New York Knicks guard Ron Baker (31) and forward Kristaps Porzingis (6) during the second half of an NBA basketball game at Amway CenterThe Knicks won 113-105. Mandatory Credit: Reinhold Matay-USA TODAY Sports

Orlando Magic Grades: New York Knicks 113, Orlando Magic 105

Mar 5, 2017; Washington, DC, USA; Orlando Magic forward Aaron Gordon (00) drives to the basket against the Washington Wizards during the second half at Verizon Center. The Washington Wizards won 115-114. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-USA TODAY Sports

5 questions the Orlando Magic face in the season’s final quarter

Mar 1, 2017; Orlando, FL, USA; New York Knicks forward Kristaps Porzingis (6) drives past Orlando Magic center Nikola Vucevic (9) during the second quarter of an NBA basketball game at Amway Center. Mandatory Credit: Reinhold Matay-USA TODAY Sports

Orlando Magic Grades: New York Knicks 101, Orlando Magic 90

Jan 6, 2017; Orlando, FL, USA; Orlando Magic forward Aaron Gordon (00) during the second half at Amway Center. Houston Rockets defeated the Houston Rockets 100-93. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Aaron Gordon’s athleticism shines at the 4

Feb 18, 2017; New Orleans, LA, USA; Orlando Magic forward Aaron Gordon (00) competes in the slam dunk contest during NBA All-Star Saturday Night at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports

The best dunkers in Orlando Magic history

Feb 25, 2017; Orlando, FL, USA; Orlando Magic guard Evan Fournier (10) reacts after making a three pointer against the Atlanta Hawks during the second quarter at Amway Center. Orlando defeated Atlanta 105-86. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Orlando Magic Grades: Orlando Magic 105, Atlanta Hawks 86

Oct 26, 2016; Orlando, FL, USA; Orlando Magic raise a banner displaying the number 49 to commemorate the lives lost in the Pulse nightclub shooting before the game against the Miami Heat at Amway Center. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Orlando Magic celebrates Pride Night for the first time