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Franz Wagner put together a strong season and has performed well in the Playoffs. But his shooting remains a huge question mark and ceiling on the Magic's offense.

Orlando Magic have a major problem for Franz Wagner to solve

Magic are 1 key improvement away from being serious contender

The Athletic's player poll makes intriguing statement about Magic’s future

Orlando Magic aren't measuring up to Boston Celtics' championship level

Kentavious Caldwell-Pope was supposed to provide the shooting and veteran poise the Orlando Magic needed to compete at a higher level. Instead he has struggled from deep and has been drawn into a sideshow.

Kentavious Caldwell-Pope failed to deliver what the Orlando Magic signed him for

Derrick White was the difference maker in the Boston Celtics' Game 1 win over the Orlando Magic on Sunday. He is the kind of player the Orlando Magic are clearly missing.

One player is the big difference between the Orlando Magic and Boston Celtics

Kentavious Caldwell-Pope is about to be public enemy number one in Boston after Jayson Tatum was downgraded to DOUBTFUL with a wrist injury suffered in Game 1.

Kentavious Caldwell-Pope just became public enemy No. 1 in Boston

Jayson Tatum has been downgraded to doubtful for Wednesday's game against the Orlando Magic. That could have a major impact on the series.

Orlando Magic at Boston Celtics (April 23, 2025): 3 Things to Watch, Odds, and Prediction

The Orlando Magic pride themselves on their physicality. But that physicality went away in the second half as the Boston Celtics took Game 1. The Magic are eager to punch back in Game 2.

Orlando Magic eager to regain key part of their identity in Game 2

Orlando Magic v Boston Celtics - Game One

Game 1 further proves Magic must address massive issue this offseason

The Boston Celtics won a key battle in Game 1, outpacing the Orlando Magic and finding easy baskets in transition.

Pace is at the center of Orlando Magic's battle with Boston Celtics

Orlando Magic, Ja Morant

The Magic need help, but Ja Morant just doesn’t belong in Orlando

Orlando Magic v Boston Celtics - Game One

Silver lining from Game 1 loss offers reason to believe Magic can do unthinkable

The Orlando Magic have known about their offensive issues all season. Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner shined in Game 1. But the rest of the team's offense struggled once again.

Orlando Magic's roster construction issues on full display in Game 1

Orlando Magic v Boston Celtics - Game One

Magic must change starting lineup to have any hope against Celtics

The Orlando Magic did their best to contain the Boston Celtics. But their mistakes allowed the Celtics to gain separation and run away for a Game 1 victory.

Game 1 showed how small the Orlando Magic's margin for error is

The Orlando Magic are heavy underdogs in their series against the Boston Celtics. They are embracing the uncertainty and believing in themselves.

Orlando Magic embrace roles as underdogs vs. Celtics

The Orlando Magic are going to be shopping to upgrade their roster. That does not mean they should hunt the biggest names on the market. That could be a trap that derails the Magic's project.

Orlando Magic must avoid trading into a disaster this offseason

The Orlando Magic head to Boston to face the Boston Celtics in Game 1 of their playoff series. It is a big test for Franz Wagner and the Magic's offense.

Orlando Magic at Boston Celtics (April 20, 2025): 3 Things to Watch, Odds, and Prediction

Atlanta Hawks v Orlando Magic - Play-In Tournament

The Orlando Magic should let this decide their playoff success

The Orlando Magic got their first taste of the Playoffs last season against the Cleveland Cavaliers. That experience helped them throughout the season. But it will be a big boost in their return to the postseason.

Playoff experience will make Orlando Magic tougher vs. Celtics

Atlanta Hawks v Orlando Magic - Play-In Tournament

Magic need significantly more from secret weapon to upset the Celtics

The Orlando Magic face a tall order not only in slowing down the Boston Celtics' prolific offense but also figuring out how to crack one of the best defenses in the league.

Orlando Magic need to sharpen biggest weaknesses for playoff series

Jonathan Isaac has not delivered the impact the Orlando Magic hoped this season. Getting stronger toward the end of the season, the Playoffs can provide redemption.

Playoffs offer a massive opportunity for Jonathan Isaac

Cole Anthony was the unlikely hero as the Orlando Magic toppled the Atlanta Hawks and advanced to the Playoffs in the Play-In Tournament.

Orlando Magic’s polarizing gamble pays off when team needed it the most

Jayson Tatum, Paolo Banchero

'Cakewalk' 1st round series is far from reality if Celtics forget this clear fact

The Orlando Magic have something the Phoenix Suns likely need to jumpstart their rebuild. The Magic own a pick swap in the 2026 draft with the Suns that could be valuable in a trade this summer.

Orlando Magic have a key piece to take advantage of flailing team this offseason

Atlanta Hawks v Orlando Magic - Play-In Tournament

Magic reveal why they're a bigger threat than anticipated during Play-In Tournament