S.W. Guest

S.W. Guest

Joined: Jul 23, 2015

Inspired by the Shaq and Penny-led team that took Orlando to its first Finals, Sean has been following the Magic since the early 90s.

Feb 15, 2017; Raleigh, NC, USA; North Carolina State Wolfpack guard Dennis Smith Jr. (4) is fouled by North Carolina Tar Heels forward Theo Pinson (1) during the first half at PNC Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rob Kinnan-USA TODAY Sports

Last six sixth overall picks should give Orlando Magic hope for NBA Draft

April 18, 2017; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Utah Jazz forward Gordon Hayward (20) moves the ball against Los Angeles Clippers forward Luc Mbah a Moute (12) during the first half in game two of the first round of the 2017 NBA Playoffs at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports

Rejected by Orlando Magic, Utah Jazz’s Dennis Lindsey provides blueprint

Mar 8, 2017; Orlando, FL, USA; Orlando Magic guard Elfrid Payton (4) is congratulated by forward Terrence Ross (31) against the Chicago Bulls during the second half at Amway Center. Orlando Magic defeated the Chicago Bulls 98-91. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Orlando Magic: Whose team is it anyway?

Feb 4, 2017; Atlanta, GA, USA; Orlando Magic forward Serge Ibaka (7) is defended by Atlanta Hawks forward Paul Millsap (4) in the third quarter at Philips Arena. The Hawks won 113-86. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

Orlando Magic should look to reshape roster at trade deadline

Jan 20, 2017; Orlando, FL, USA;Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) drives to the basket as Orlando Magic forward Aaron Gordon (00) defends during the second half at Amway Center. Orlando Magic defeated the Milwaukee Bucks 112-96. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Small or tall: Should the Orlando Magic embrace smaller lineups?

Nov 25, 2016; Orlando, FL, USA; Orlando Magic guard Mario Hezonja (8) passes the ball during the first quarter of an NBA basketball game against the Washington Wizards at Amway Center. Mandatory Credit: Reinhold Matay-USA TODAY Sports

Redrafting the fifth pick from the 2015 NBA Draft

Oct 14, 2016; Orlando, FL, USA; Orlando Magic forward Aaron Gordon (00) drives to the basket as Indiana Pacers forward Paul George (13) defends during the second half at Amway Center. Orlando Magic defeated the Indiana Pacers 114-106. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Frank Vogel cannot bring all of the Indiana Pacers to Orlando

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

Frank Vogel has a lot on his plate for Orlando Magic

Apr 3, 2016; Orlando, FL, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Vince Carter (15) looks to pass as Orlando Magic guard Evan Fournier (10) defends in the third quarter at Amway Center. The Orlando Magic won 119-107. Mandatory Credit: Logan Bowles-USA TODAY Sports

Vince Carter in Orlando: a retrospective

Jan 2, 2016; Cleveland, OH, USA; Orlando Magic forward Aaron Gordon (00) brings the ball up court during the second quarter at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports

Aaron Gordon must channel inner Paul George for Orlando Magic to succeed

Feb 23, 2016; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Orlando Magic center Nikola Vucevic (9) reacts to an officials call during the first half against the Philadelphia 76ers at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports

How does Nikola Vucevic fit new-look Orlando Magic frontcourt?

The Orlando Magic’s top picks outside the top five

May 23, 2016; Orlando, FL, USA; Orlando Magic Head coach Frank Vogel and general manager Rob Hennigan pose for a photo during the press conference at Amway Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Has Frank Vogel raised the Magic’s profile?

Apr 8, 2016; Orlando, FL, USA; Orlando Magic head coach Scott Skiles huddles up with teammates against the Miami Heat during the second half at Amway Center. Orlando Magic defeated the Miami Heat 112-109. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

A major coaching change can get Orlando Magic back on schedule

Feb 28, 2016; Orlando, FL, USA; Orlando Magic head coach Scott Skiles talks with Orlando Magic guard Victor Oladipo (5) and Orlando Magic forward Aaron Gordon (00) during second half at Amway Center. Orlando Magic defeated the Philadelphia 76ers 130-116. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Orlando Magic Season Review: What Went Wrong — Close Games

Apr 8, 2016; Orlando, FL, USA; Orlando Magic guard Evan Fournier (10) defends Miami Heat guard Dwyane Wade (3) during the second half at Amway Center. Orlando Magic defeated the Miami Heat 112-109. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Orlando Magic playing better without playoff pressure