Magic History

The Orlando Magic have had some transformative players and moments that have helped shape the NBA. (Photo by Larry W. Smith-Pool/Getty Images)

5 ways the Orlando Magic have changed the NBA in 35 years

Welcome to OMD’s Orlando Magic 35th Anniversary Celebration

Orlando Magic have all the elements of a team on the precipice of long playoff run

Orlando Magic’s Nikola Vucevic/Wendell Carter trade has been key to this restart

ORLANDO, FLORIDA - NOVEMBER 09: Wendell Carter Jr. #34 and Franz Wagner #22 of the Orlando Magic react as time expires in the fourth quarter to defeat the Dallas Mavericks 94-87 at Amway Center on November 09, 2022 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 Julio Aguilar/Getty Images)

The 5 best Orlando Magic trades of the last 10 years

ORLANDO, FLORIDA - APRIL 02: Wendell Carter Jr. #34 of the Orlando Magic looks on during the first half of a game against the Detroit Pistons at the Amway Center on April 02, 2023 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 James Gilbert/Getty Images)

4 things Orlando Magic fans want to see in the 35th anniversary season

Apr 3, 2022; Los Angeles, California, USA; Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (15) shoots against Los Angeles Lakers center Dwight Howard (39) during the first half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports

It’s time for Orlando Magic fans to talk about Dwight Howard’s legacy

Paolo Banchero has turned in a stellar rookie year. But the Orlando Magic need him to break through a rookie wall to make a postseason push. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-USA TODAY Sports

The top 10 games of the Orlando Magic’s 2023 season

ORLANDO, FLORIDA - DECEMBER 27: LeBron James #6 of the Los Angeles Lakers dribbles the ball against the Orlando Magic during the third quarter at Amway Center on December 27, 2022 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 Douglas P. DeFelice/Getty Images)

Top 10 Orlando Magic Moments vs. LeBron James

Dwight Howard and the Orlando Magic used a strong finish in 2006 as a launchpad to their 2007 postseason appearance. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)

Orlando Magic can use a strong finish as a springboard

Dennis Scott took his rightful place in the Orlando Magic Hall of Fame as one of the pillars of the modern NBA and the founding fathers of the Orlando Magic. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-USA TODAY Sports

Dennis Scott was part of the Orlando Magic’s foundation, 3-point revolution

NEW YORK, NY - FEBRUARY 13: U.S. Team's Elfrid Payton #4 of the Orlando Magic reacts with U.S. Team's Victor Oladipo #5 of the Orlando Magic during the BBVA Compass Rising Stars Challenge as part of the 2015 NBA Allstar Weekend at the Barclays Center on February 13, 2015 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. 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 Elsa/Getty Images)

7 players the Orlando Magic gave up on too soon

PHOENIX, AZ - DECEMBER 09: (R-L) Nikola Vucevic #9, Evan Fournier #10, Elfrid Payton #4 and Victor Oladipo #5 of the Orlando Magic walk to the bench during a break in the final moments of the NBA game against the Phoenix Suns at Talking Stick Resort Arena on December 9, 2015 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Suns defeated the Magic 107-104. 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 Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

The 5 worst Orlando Magic trades of the last 10 years

Terrence Ross gave Orlando Magic fans a peek at what the team's pick-up runs look like. Mandatory Credit: Reinhold Matay-USA TODAY Sports

Terrence Ross embraced Orlando, so the Orlando Magic embraced him

Jonathan Isaac is one of the few holdovers from the Orlando Magic's miracle 2019 run to the playoffs. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Orlando Magic playoff chase will be a task as tough as 2019

Paolo Banchero's stellar start to the season has not translated into wins for the Orlando Magic. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports

Orlando Magic Rebuild: Even surprise playoff teams can get off to slow starts

Franz Wagner and the Orlando Magic's trio of recent draft picks made history on opening night. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-USA TODAY Sports

The Orlando Magic made NBA history in its first game

Horace Grant played seven years with the Orlando Magic, helping transform the team into a winner. (Photo by Robert Laberge/Getty Images)

Horace Grant is a long, long shot for the Basketball Hall of Fame

Orlando Magic Shooting Month: Top 20 shooters in Orlando Magic history

PHOENIX - DECEMBER 11: Dwight Howard #12 of the Orlando Magic shoots a free throw shot during the NBA game against the Phoenix Suns at US Airways Center on December 11, 2009 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Suns defeated the Magic 106-103. 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 Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

Orlando Magic Shooting Month: Dwight Howard and Shaquille O’Neal shoot threes

Nikola Vucevic has established himself as a solid player. But notice will only come with flash, and more importantly winning. Mandatory Credit: Reinhold Matay-USA TODAY Sports

Orlando Magic Shooting Month: 5 Most Improved Magic shooters

Gilbert Arenas arrived in Orlando to try to revitalize his career. Instead it was the end of the Orlando Magic's championship window. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Orlando Magic Shooting Month: Shooting trades the Magic regret

Orlando Magic Shooting Month: 5 Magic 3-point shooters before their times

Filling out the Orlando Magic Hall of Fame — 2022 Edition

The Orlando Magic's original home uniforms may be among the most iconic designs in NBA history. (Mandatory Credit: Andy Lyons /Allsport)

Orlando Magic have plenty of jerseys to retire… when they are ready

23 Dec 1996: Forward Dennis Scott of the Orlando Magic stands on the court during a game against the Cleveland Cavaliers at the Orlando Arena in Orlando, Florida. The Magic won the game 89-84. Mandatory Credit: Andy Lyons /Allsport

Orlando Magic Shooting Month: Dennis Scott torches the shortened 3-point line

Scott Skiles was the Orlando Magic's best 3-point shooter in the early years on a modest 3.1 attempts per game. (Photo by Focus on Sport/Getty Images)

Orlando Magic Shooting Month: In the beginning, the three was not a weapon

Joel Embiid scored 50 points and made it look easy as the Orlando Magic were left staggered by individual brilliance. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports

2022 Orlando Magic Playoff Lessons: Philadelphia 76ers think big when their window is open