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Magic's first offseason move has become crystal clear

2 days ago | orlandomagicdaily.com | Will Eudy

This is what Orlando should do to kickstart their offseason. Everyone who followed this Orlando Magic team this past season knows that the front office has some work to do this summer when it comes to legitimizing the offense. The Magic still employed their typical brand of hard-nosed defense, but due to a variety of factors, their offense was severely lacking at times. The first step they should take toward changing that circumstance this summer is to decline Gary Harris' $7.5 million team option.
Magic must avoid Jeff Weltman's dream draft target at all costs

3 days ago | orlandomagicdaily.com | Will Eudy

Orlando should be drafting based on roster fit. Even though the Orlando Magic fell to a .500 record this past season due to injuries, it's still very clear that they're on a path to contention in the Eastern Conference, and they may very well finish with one of the best records in the East next season.
Orlando Magic must pass on fan-favorite target to keep roster balanced

1 week ago | orlandomagicdaily.com | Philip Rossman-Reich

The Orlando Magic are haunted by the first apron and the financial consequences of their increasingly expensive roster. It is one of the clear reasons why they must pass on some fan-favorite targets. The NBA Finals have not yet begun, but the offseason for the 26 teams out of the Playoffs at the moment has already come into quick focus.
Magic must avoid nightmare offseason move that would blow up in their faces

1 week ago | orlandomagicdaily.com | Will Eudy

This would be a misstep for Orlando. The Orlando Magic are in an excellent position to be among the best teams in the Eastern Conference next season. But as they look to make roster tweaks this summer, they must avoid making one crucial mistake: Making an attempt to bring in Ty Jerome. Now you might say that that's an oddly specific name to bring into the discussion when it comes to how the Magic will improve their roster this offseason.
Major Orlando Magic draft target opts to exit NBA Draft

1 week ago | orlandomagicdaily.com | Philip Rossman-Reich

The Orlando Magic are looking for readymade players to help them through the NBA Draft. A potentially strong target has opted to stay in school one more year. Everyone knows the Orlando Magic have a type when it comes to the draft. They typically draft players who are big for their position, have plus wingspans and value the defensive end of the floor. Finding rookies who have that advanced understanding is always difficult.
The pressure is on Jamahl Mosley in the 2026 season

1 week ago | orlandomagicdaily.com | Philip Rossman-Reich

Jamahl Mosley has been a fantastic culture builder. Results will matter more and Mosley will feel the pressure. The Orlando Magic had a season full of setbacks last season. They went from 47 wins and the fifth seed to 41 wins and the seventh seed. They went from losing their first-round series in seven games and knocking on the door to the second round to losing in five games. Orlando could point to a lot of reasons for why its season derailed this year. The injuries are the primary reason.
Orlando Magic's biggest needs this offseason are connected

1 week ago | orlandomagicdaily.com | Philip Rossman-Reich

The Orlando Magic struggled with a lot of key offensive skills this season. Unlocking the Magic's offense is the key goal this offseason. But it is not merely just shooting that the Magic need. Their most pressing need is not the one you think. It is easy to see what the Orlando Magic need this offseason. They made the Playoffs on the strength of an elite defense and defensive culture, along with a pair of young stars who carried the team to a higher level than their supporting cast likely deserved.
Kentavious Caldwell-Pope still hopes to bring title to Orlando

1 week ago | orlandomagicdaily.com | Philip Rossman-Reich

Kentavious Caldwell-Pope did not have the season anybody imagined after he signed a massive contract last offseason. He still has hope to redeem himself and the team. The reviews for the Orlando Magic signing Kentavious Caldwell-Pope last summer were universal praise. In a slim free agent class, the Magic targeted a player who fit their defensive identity and would give them the spacing and shooting they needed to unlock their offense.
2025 NBA Draft Prospects who could replace outgoing Orlando Magic players

1 week ago | orlandomagicdaily.com | Philip Rossman-Reich

The Orlando Magic are going to make trades. They will need the draft to supplement and replenish their roster. The Orlando Magic are on the clock. They may not pick until 16th in the Draft order, but the Magic have already put themselves under pressure with the declaration they will be making moves with a "win-now" lens and moving to a new phase of their rebuild.
It is time for Magic to cut ties with former lottery pick

2 weeks ago | orlandomagicdaily.com | Philip Rossman-Reich

The Orlando Magic's controversial selection of Jett Howard two years ago has not worked out as planned. The Orlando Magic knew they were on the rise after Paolo Banchero earned Rookie of the Year in the 2023 season. The Magic knew they had a big opportunity to set the foundation for their promising young team with two Lottery picks, likely their last two Lottery picks for some time. Orlando still went with high upside picks.