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The Orlando Magic are a team that should be positioned to compete at the top of the Eastern Conference. No one has them there, and the team needs to ask itself seriously how close it is to competing for that ultimate dream.

If the Orlando Magic want a championship, they must get serious

Philip Rossman-Reich

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Orlando Magic poised to lose Summer League standout after breakout performance

Philip Rossman-Reich

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Jul 30, 2026

Orlando Magic can't wait to prove their doubters wrong

Philip Rossman-Reich

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Jul 30, 2026

Where does the Orlando Magic's starting lineup rank among the NBA's best?

Philip Rossman-Reich

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Jul 29, 2026

The league is waiting for the last bit of free agency business to get completed. It could be a preview of what next summer looks like if Anthony Black and the Orlando Magic do not find a deal before the October deadline.

One lesson from this summer should keep Anthony Black on alert

Philip Rossman-Reich

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Jul 29, 2026

Sean Sweeney takes over an Orlando Magic team desperate for an offensive infusion. But his first task will be recovering their previously elite defense.

Sean Sweeney faces a far bigger challenge than fixing the Orlando Magic's offense

Philip Rossman-Reich

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Jul 28, 2026

The Orlando Magic invested a lot in their present with the Desmond Bane trade. It has opened a single escape hatch if they face disaster in the 2027 season.

Orlando Magic's worst-case 2027 scenario comes with one frustrating silver lining

Philip Rossman-Reich

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Jul 27, 2026

The Orlando Magic are not feeling the same love from the national media this offseason as they did last year. But they have one glimmer of hope that suggests they can take a leap and surprise the league.

Orlando Magic's biggest reason for hope in 2027 is clear

Philip Rossman-Reich

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Jul 27, 2026

The Orlando Magic still have high hopes for their season. But they all center on a major shift and growth from Paolo Banchero. They will need their star to shine.

Paolo Banchero will define the Orlando Magic's 2027 season

Philip Rossman-Reich

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Jul 26, 2026

LeBron James' arrival in the Eastern Conference has created a new contender. The East is as crowded as it has ever been. And the Orlando Magic's ambitions are meeting a difficult reality.

LeBron James' move East raises the stakes for the Orlando Magic

Philip Rossman-Reich

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Jul 25, 2026

Goga Bitadze will once again fight for playing time in one of the bigger questions for the Orlando Magic as they consider their playing rotation ahead of training camp.

Orlando Magic already have key training camp battles taking shape

Philip Rossman-Reich

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Jul 25, 2026

The Orlando Magic were disappointed with their Play-In trip last year. But their opponent in that tournament went aggressive to improve while the Magic stood still.

Philadelphia 76ers learned the Play-In lesson the Orlando Magic didn't

Philip Rossman-Reich

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Jul 24, 2026

Jase Richardson is coming off a standout Summer League that could put him in line to compete for a rotation spot. With the Orlando Magic still having plenty of questions at point guard, Richardson has a chance to be part of the solution.

Jase Richardson gives the Orlando Magic a new point guard option

Philip Rossman-Reich

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Jul 23, 2026

Noah Penda had one of the big breakout Summer Leagues. Adding some improved offense to his strong defensive versatility.

Noah Penda proved he belongs in the Orlando Magic's rotation

Philip Rossman-Reich

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Jul 22, 2026

The Orlando Magic's season was bitterly disappointing last year. They have had to reckon with it all summer. And hunger for a second chance to deliver in the upcoming season.

Orlando Magic still believe, but now they have to prove it

Philip Rossman-Reich

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Jul 22, 2026

Anthony Black had a breakout 2026 season. But when the Playoffs came, he was still clearly slowed by a late-season injury. His recovery affected the Orlando Magic too.

The forgotten injury that quietly held the Orlando Magic back

Philip Rossman-Reich

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Jul 21, 2026

The Orlando Magic are starting over with a new coach after a disappointing 2026 season. Paolo Banchero is taking on the responsibility of helping the team get there.

Paolo Banchero can't wait to lead the Orlando Magic into a new season

Philip Rossman-Reich

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Jul 20, 2026

Malik Reneau shined in the Orlando Magic's final Summer League game, helping deliver another win and another clue to the team's identity and style.

Summer League laid the foundation for Orlando Magic's future

Philip Rossman-Reich

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Jul 19, 2026

Jase Richardson had an up-and-down rookie year. During Summer League, he showed his growth as a point guard as he pushes for more playing time as a sophomore.

Jase Richardson's Summer League success started with a return to his roots

Philip Rossman-Reich

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Jul 18, 2026

Noah Penda had a breakout Summer League where he displayed improved offensive skills and the defensive ability to push for playing time this season.

Summer League revealed a new side to Noah Penda

Philip Rossman-Reich

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Jul 17, 2026

The Orlando Magic's offseason was based on the key assumption that their starting lineup works. The offseason was about self-belief. But is it blind belief or faith that will be rewarded?

The Orlando Magic trusted one thing above all this offseason

Philip Rossman-Reich

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Jul 17, 2026

The Orlando Magic return this season hoping to put all the pieces together and take a step up in the Eastern Conference. But they will also be haunted by their failures from last season. They must prove they have passed them.

Orlando Magic's season hinges on overcoming their playoff demons

Philip Rossman-Reich

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Jul 16, 2026

Jase Richardson struggled to get playing time in his rookie season with the Orlando Magic. His Summer League has shown him capable of adding to his game and a second-year player ready to make his mark when the time comes.

Jase Richardson is ready to make his mark with the Orlando Magic

Philip Rossman-Reich

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Jul 15, 2026

TyTy Washington is looking for a second chance to get into the NBA. Summer League is his chance to prove he is more composed and healthy when that call comes.

Orlando Magic's Summer League veterans have everything to prove

Philip Rossman-Reich

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Jul 15, 2026

Sean Sweeney is not just a defensive coach. He was in charge of the offense for the Dallas Mavericks too. And he plans to help the Orlando Magic pick up their pace and be more structured.

Sean Sweeney already has a clear plan to transform the Orlando Magic

Philip Rossman-Reich

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Jul 15, 2026

The biggest moments in Orlando Magic history were given their voice by David Steele. After 37 years with the franchise, Steele announced his retirement.

David Steele's voice became the soundtrack of Orlando Magic history

Philip Rossman-Reich

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Jul 14, 2026

The Orlando Magic surprisingly kept most of their roster together. For Jeff Weltman that came down to a belief in the group's unrealized potential and the hope they get the chance to display it.

Jeff Weltman revealed the one reason the Orlando Magic kept their roster intact

Philip Rossman-Reich

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Jul 14, 2026

Paolo Banchero is the star that the rest of the league has forgotten. He feels it too and is aiming to make the NBA remember the Orlando Magic this season.

Paolo Banchero is using one motivation to fuel his next leap

Philip Rossman-Reich

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Jul 13, 2026

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