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Franz Wagner #22 of the Orlando Magic reacts after a dunk during the first half against the Atlanta Hawks at State Farm Arena on October 21, 2022 in Atlanta, Georgia.

From 7 months ago

Orlando Magic Expected To Move 1 Key Veteran

After drafting Paolo Banchero as the number one overall pick in the 2022 NBA Draft, the Orlando Magic finally seem to have the franchise building block they've been in search of since Dwight Howard left town. Banchero's size and scoring ability make him tailor-made for the modern NB

Matthew Peralta • 7 months ago

Paolo Banchero #5 of the Orlando Magic shoots a free throw against the Chicago Bulls during the first half at United Center on February 13, 2023 in Chicago, Illinois. 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.

Magic HC Compares Paolo Banchero To 3 NBA Superstars

In his first year with the Orlando Magic, Paolo Banchero did a lot of great things. He averaged 20 points a game, earned a spot on the 2022-23 All-Rookie Team, and also became Rookie of the Year. It is very clear that the future could be very bright for Banchero. His head coac

Brandon Marcus • 7 months ago

Video Shows Magic Guard Getting In Some Offseason Work

The Orlando Magic were one of the worst teams in the Eastern Conference last season. So why are many people excited about them? It's because the future of the team might be very bright due to the promise and talent of multiple young stars. One of those stars, Cole Anthony, was

Brandon Marcus • 7 months ago

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The Magic Are Bringing Back Iconic Jerseys

Ernesto Cova • 7 months ago It's an exciting time to be an Orlando Magic fan, and not just for Paolo Banchero, Franz Wagner, and that promising young team. On top of that, the team is looking to turn back the clock to pay tribute to their "heart and hustle" era to celebrate their 35th season in the league.

Paolo Banchero #5 of the Orlando Magic celebrates during the second half against the New Orleans Pelicans at the Smoothie King Center on February 27, 2023 in New Orleans, Louisiana.

Paolo Banchero Sends A Message After Team USA's World Cup Exit

Brandon Marcus • 8 months ago

Magic Player Sends Confident Message Ahead Of Next Season

Ryan Ward • 8 months ago

Brandon Ingram #7, Paolo Banchero #8, and Tyrese Haliburton #4 of the United States share laughs during the FIBA Basketball World Cup quarter final game between Italy and USA at Mall of Asia Arena on September 05, 2023 in Manila, Philippines.

Paolo Banchero Reacts To His Big Dunk Against Italy

Brandon Marcus • 8 months ago

Paolo Banchero #8 of the United States reacts after drawing a foul in the fourth quarter during the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2nd Round Group J game against Montenegro at Mall of Asia Arena on September 01, 2023 in Manila, Philippines.

Paolo Banchero Had Nothing To Say To Italian Fans

Brandon Marcus • 8 months ago

Dwight Howard #39 of the Los Angeles Lakers celebrates their victory over the Denver Nuggets at Ball Arena on April 10, 2022 in Denver, Colorado.

Dwight Howard Reveals Which NBA Team He Wants To Retire With

Ernesto Cova • 8 months ago

Dwight Howard Reveals Which NBA Team He Wants To Retire With

Dwight Howard #39 of the Los Angeles Lakers celebrates their victory over the Denver Nuggets at Ball Arena on April 10, 2022 in Denver, Colorado.

Ernesto Cova • 8 months ago Dwight Howard's NBA legacy is a complicated one. He was the undisputed best center in the league when he was in his prime, yet people don't seem to talk about him much nowadays. He didn't leave his teams on the best terms and made some enemies along the way, and when he finally l

Ioannis Papapetrou #21 of Greece attempts a basket against Paolo Banchero #8 of USA during the FIBA Basketball World Cup Group C game between Greece and United States at Mall of Asia Arena on August 28, 2023 in Pasay, Metro Manila, Philippines.

Video Shows The Defensive Dominance Of Paolo Banchero

Matthew Peralta • 8 months ago

Austin Reaves #15, Walker Kessler #14, Jaren Jackson Jr. #13, Josh Hart #12, Jalen Brunson #11, Anthony Edwards #10, Bobby Portis #9, Paolo Banchero #8, Brandon Ingram #7, Cam Johnson #6, Mikal Bridges #5 and Tyrese Haliburton #4 of the United States stand on the court before a 2023 FIBA World Cup exhibition game against Puerto Rico at T-Mobile Arena on August 07, 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The United States defeated Puerto Rico 117-74.

Team USA Had A Surprising Scoring Leader In World Cup Opener

Brandon Marcus • 8 months ago

Paolo Banchero #8 of the United States stands on the court before a 2023 FIBA World Cup exhibition game against Puerto Rico at T-Mobile Arena on August 07, 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The United States defeated Puerto Rico 117-74. (

Paolo Banchero Reveals '1 Huge Adjustment' He's Made On Team USA

Ernesto Cova • 8 months ago

Isaiah Thomas #4 of the Charlotte Hornets looks on during their game against the Orlando Magic at Spectrum Center on April 07, 2022 in Charlotte, North Carolina. 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.

Isaiah Thomas Praises 1 NBA Young Star's Desire To Learn

Ernesto Cova • 8 months ago

Isaiah Thomas Praises 1 NBA Young Star's Desire To Learn

Isaiah Thomas #4 of the Charlotte Hornets looks on during their game against the Orlando Magic at Spectrum Center on April 07, 2022 in Charlotte, North Carolina. 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.

Ernesto Cova • 8 months ago The Orlando Magic got a real hooper in Paolo Banchero. He proved right away that those who believed he shouldn't have been the No. 1 pick were wrong to doubt him, establishing himself as the most dominant rookie we had seen in years. More than that, Banchero seems to be the kind

Steve Kerr Has Interesting Plan For Paolo Banchero's Role On Team USA

Paolo Banchero #8 of the 2023 USA Basketball Men’s National Team runs through a drill at a practice session during the team's training camp at the Mendenhall Center at UNLV as the team gets ready for the FIBA Men’s Basketball World Cup on August 04, 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Ernesto Cova • 9 months ago This year's Team USA may not feature the best NBA players right now, but most of them sure have a strong case for being among them a couple of years from now. This new younger team has some of the brightest talents in the league, obviously including the reigning No. 1 pick, Paolo Ba

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Ernesto Cova • 9 months ago

Moritz Wagner #21 of the Orlando Magic reacts against the Philadelphia 76ers at Wells Fargo Center on January 30, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Magic Have A Bargain Deal With Former First-Round Pick

Ryan Ward • 10 months ago

The Magic Announce That They Have A New GM

Ernesto Cova • 10 months ago

The Magic Add A Notable Veteran In Free Agency

Robert Marvi • 10 months ago

Shaquille O'Neal looks on prior to a game between the Boston Celtics and Miami Heat at Kaseya Center on May 21, 2023 in Miami, 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.

Fans Are Remembering A Special Moment In Shaquille O'Neal's Career

Orlando Silva • 10 months ago

Fans Are Remembering A Special Moment In Shaquille O'Neal's Career

Shaquille O'Neal looks on prior to a game between the Boston Celtics and Miami Heat at Kaseya Center on May 21, 2023 in Miami, 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.

Orlando Silva • 10 months ago Shaquille O'Neal had a legendary 19-year NBA career, playing for six teams during his stint in the league. O'Neal became an influential figure on and off the court, even transcending the game of basketball and becoming a celebrity. It all started back in 1992 when the Orlando Mag

Paolo Banchero #5 of the Orlando Magic shoots a free throw against the Chicago Bulls during the first half at United Center on February 13, 2023 in Chicago, Illinois. 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.

The NBA's Rookie Of The Year Has Made A Big Announcement

Ernesto Cova • 10 months ago

Paolo Banchero #5 of the Orlando Magic celebrates during the second half against the New Orleans Pelicans at the Smoothie King Center on February 27, 2023 in New Orleans, Louisiana.

Paolo Banchero Promises Big Things For His Second Season

Brandon Marcus • 11 months ago

Paolo Banchero #5 of the Orlando Magic gestures to a teammate during the first quarter of the game against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden on October 24, 2022 in New York City.

Paolo Banchero Joined An Elite Club In Magic History

Brandon Marcus • 1 year ago

Paolo Banchero #5 of the Orlando Magic dunks during a game against the Golden State Warriors at Amway Center on November 03, 2022 in Orlando, Florida.

Paolo Banchero Absolutely Dominated Rookie Of The Year Voting

Robert Marvi • 1 year ago

Paolo Banchero Absolutely Dominated Rookie Of The Year Voting

Paolo Banchero #5 of the Orlando Magic dunks during a game against the Golden State Warriors at Amway Center on November 03, 2022 in Orlando, Florida.

Robert Marvi • 1 year ago Paolo Banchero was named the NBA's Rookie of the Year on Tuesday, and he had a nice first season in the pros, averaging 20.0 points, 6.9 rebounds, and 3.7 assists per game for the Orlando Magic. This has not been a very strong rookie crop, at least so far, and thus Banchero absolute

Fans React To Today's Paolo Banchero News

Paolo Banchero #5 of the Orlando Magic celebrates during the second half against the New Orleans Pelicans at the Smoothie King Center on February 27, 2023 in New Orleans, Louisiana.

Robert Marvi • 1 year ago On Tuesday, Paolo Banchero of the Orlando Magic was named the NBA's Rookie of the Year. It was a well-deserved award, especially considering that this season's crop of rookies hasn't been a very strong one. Banchero averaged 20.0 points, 6.9 rebounds, and 3.7 assists per game dur

Fans React NBA Rookie Of The Year Voting Ballot

Ernesto Cova • 1 year ago

Paolo Banchero #5 of the Orlando Magic brings the ball up the floor during a game against the Memphis Grizzlies at Amway Center on January 05, 2023 in Orlando, Florida.

Paolo Banchero Is Ending The Season On A High Note

Brandon Marcus • 1 year ago

Bronny James #0 of the Sierra Canyon Trailblazers handles the ball during the Hoophall West tournament against the Perry Pumas at Footprint Center on December 11, 2021 in Phoenix, Arizona.

NBA Fans React To Latest Bronny James Ranking

Ernesto Cova • 1 year ago

Jonathan Isaac #1 of the Orlando Magic looks on during a game against the Boston Celtics at Amway Center on January 23, 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.

Magic Star Suffers Another Huge Setback

Brandon Marcus • 1 year ago

Paolo Banchero #5 of the Orlando Magic shoots against Brandon Ingram #14 and Josh Richardson #2 of the New Orleans Pelicans during the second half at the Smoothie King Center on February 27, 2023 in New Orleans, Louisiana. 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.

Magic Rookie Continues To Light Up The Court

Brandon Marcus • 1 year ago

Magic Rookie Continues To Light Up The Court

Paolo Banchero #5 of the Orlando Magic shoots against Brandon Ingram #14 and Josh Richardson #2 of the New Orleans Pelicans during the second half at the Smoothie King Center on February 27, 2023 in New Orleans, Louisiana. 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.

Brandon Marcus • 1 year ago Orlando Magic rookie Paolo Banchero isn't showing any signs of slowing down despite the massive expectations he's carrying being a first-overall pick. Banchero was nearly unstoppable on Friday night, scoring 31 points, 6 rebounds, and 5 assists in a strong 117-106 win over the Charl

Paolo Banchero #5 of the Orlando Magic celebrates during the second half against the New Orleans Pelicans at the Smoothie King Center on February 27, 2023 in New Orleans, Louisiana.

Paolo Banchero Continues To Play Like The No. 1 Pick

Brandon Marcus • 1 year ago

Bronny James #0 of the Sierra Canyon Trailblazers attempts a three-point shot over Ben Egbo #9 of the Perry Pumas during the Hoophall West tournament at Footprint Center on December 11, 2021 in Phoenix, Arizona.

ESPN Projects Where Bronny James Could Be Drafted

Ernesto Cova • 1 year ago

Moritz Wagner #21 of the Orlando Magic reacts during the fourth quarter against the Philadelphia 76ers at Wells Fargo Center on January 30, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

The Magic Have Turned Their Troubled Season Around

Brandon Marcus • 1 year ago

Paolo Banchero #5 of the Orlando Magic drives to the basket during the first half against the Atlanta Hawks at State Farm Arena on October 21, 2022 in Atlanta, Georgia.

The Magic Own An Odd NBA Mark This Season

Ernesto Cova • 1 year ago

The Magic Own An Odd NBA Mark This Season

Paolo Banchero #5 of the Orlando Magic drives to the basket during the first half against the Atlanta Hawks at State Farm Arena on October 21, 2022 in Atlanta, Georgia.

Ernesto Cova • 1 year ago The Orlando Magic have a bright future, but you may not tell by their record or the standings. As of now, Jamahl Mosley's team has won 18 out of 29 games, sitting at the 13th spot in the Eastern Conference and way outside of the playoff picture. Notably, though, three of those 18