Magic Free Agency

Paolo Banchero got his max contract. There is no doubt he has been and will be worth every penny for the Orlando Magic.

Paolo Banchero has already proven he is worth every penny of his max contract

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Paolo Banchero's extension means Orlando Magic's title clock is ticking

Orlando Magic silence all doubts, cement Paolo Banchero as their superstar

Orlando Magic did everything fans demanded this offseason

The Orlando Magic will retain Moe Wagner signing him to a one-year prove-it deal. Coming off a major injury, he still has a lot to prove to the Orlando Magic.

Orlando Magic, Moe Wagner still have a lot to prove to each other

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Cole Anthony was an essential player for the Orlando Magic in the early phase of their rebuild. But he became a necessary player to part with for their next phase.

Saying goodbye to Cole Anthony was a necessary evil

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The Eastern Conference is experiencing massive change this offseason as several contenders have found themselves retreating. The Orlando Magic are attacking the void and taking their chance.

With East in chaos, Orlando Magic are ready to attack

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The Milwaukee Bucks stunned the NBA world by deciding to stretch Damian Lillard's contract to free up cap room to chase Myles Turner.

Orlando Magic could copy Damian Lillard, Bucks to clean up cap crunch

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The Orlando Magic have made a big splash this offseason. They still have work to do to complete their roster. Re-signing Moe Wagner is important but tricky with the restrictions they are facing.

Orlando Magic's next move after Tyus Jones signing will be tricky to complete

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The Orlando Magic have needed an efficient organizer, creator and shooter. They got all three in Tyus Jones in a move that should improve their offense.

Tyus Jones will help Orlando Magic fix their biggest weakness

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Dec 8, 2024; Orlando, Florida, USA; Orlando Magic guard Cole Anthony (50) drives to the goal against Phoenix Suns guard Tyus Jones (21) in the second quarter at Kia Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Reper-Imagn Images

It only took the Magic 3 hours to finish acing the 2025 offseason

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The Orlando Magic traded Cole Anthony as part of the Desmond Bane trade. It seems the Memphis Grizzlies are already looking to buyout Anthony.

Grizzlies hand Magic another sign they won the Desmond Bane trade

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Franz Wagner signed a max extension last summer. It was questioned by a lot of the league. But for the Orlando Magic, he was worth every penny.

Franz Wagner's finalized mega-extension numbers state one undeniable truth

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Caleb Houstan emerged late in the season as a reliable and elite shooter. The Orlando Magic cannot afford to let that go.

Orlando Magic can't give up on young shooter

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The Orlando Magic seem focused on bringing Tyus Jones in as their big free agent addition this offseason. They have options at their price point to add to the team.

Orlando Magic have a clear favorite, and back-up plans for free agency

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The Orlando Magic have declined the team option on Moe Wagner, sending him into free agency. Fans should still feel pretty confident he will return.

Orlando Magic's option decisions shouldn't worry fans so much

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The Orlando Magic are walking two tightropes as they prepare for free agency. The first comes from the restrictions that comes with being near the first apron. The second comes from a full roster that has little room to add any more players.

Orlando Magic face tight roster squeeze ahead of free agency

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The Orlando Magic continue to be connected to Nickeil Alexander-Walker. Getting him though could be quite complicated.

Orlando Magic have handcuffed themselves heading into free agency

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The Orlando Magic made a big move to acquire Noah Penda in the second round of the NBA Draft. It cost them four second-round picks. Despite that expense, the team still has a lot of draft capital to spend.

Orlando Magic somehow did the impossible in the 2025 NBA Draft

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The Orlando Magic have a lot of work left to do this offseason. One of the big decisions will center on Goga Bitadze and how to optimize their center rotation.

3 major tasks the Orlando Magic must still accomplish before the 2026 season

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The Boston Celtics knew their clock was ticking with a bloated payroll and little flexibility under the new salary cap rules. Their deconstruction began Monday with the trades of Jrue Holiday and Kristaps Porzingis.

Boston Celtics are previewing Orlando Magic's eventual fate

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The Orlando Magic were one of the teams reportedly hunting for Tyus Jones last year. They passed, and he signed with the Phoenix Suns. They could get another chance at the veteran guard again.

Orlando Magic may finally get the point guard fans have long wanted

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The Orlando Magic made a major move to acquire Desmond Bane. But their work this offseason is far from done.

Orlando Magic's post-trade depth chart reveals where they will go next

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The Orlando Magic fired the first shot of the offseason, making a splashy move to acquire Desmond Bane. In a wide-open Eastern Conference, it felt necessary to make the deal.

Orlando Magic couldn't afford to wait, couldn't afford a half measure

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Moe Wagner was on his way to a career season for the Orlando Magic this season. But an injury has thrown his future in jeopardy as he faces contract uncertainty this offseason.

Essential player faces uncertain future with Orlando Magic

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Darius Garland was at the center of a week of trade rumors and discussions for Orlando Magic fans. Those rumors got a bunch of water dumped on them. But the process of seeing what the Magic can do this offseason is still clear.

Latest rumors put water on major Orlando Magic trade idea

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The Orlando Magic do not get involved in the rumor mill. But a pair of rumors involving Nickeil Alexander-Walker suggest the obvious: The Magic are in the market for a guard and will be aggressive to find one.

Orlando Magic aren't keeping their offseason a secret anymore

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The Orlando Magic turned to Kentavious Caldwell-Pope in free agency last year. But they never had the chance to chase Sacramento Kings guard Malik Monk, who might be the better fit after all.

Orlando Magic have chance for offseason do-over with trade target

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