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From the moment the reports of the Orlando Magic hiring Sean Sweeney broke, the world has tried to connect Giannis Antetkounmpo in trade rumors. But they are all getting the wrong message about this hire.

The Sean Sweeney discussion Orlando Magic fans are getting wrong

Philip Rossman-Reich

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Sean Sweeney hire shows Orlando Magic are doubling down on their vision

Philip Rossman-Reich

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May 29, 2026

Orlando Magic coaching search is suddenly pointing to one clear choice

Philip Rossman-Reich

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May 29, 2026

Orlando Magic will still feel a former assistant coach’s impact

Philip Rossman-Reich

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May 29, 2026

Anthony Black is coming off a breakout season and heading into an extension summer. But he and the Orlando Magic are focused on trying to get the extra mile to win and make up for last season's disappointment.

Orlando Magic wasting no time shifting focus to next season

Philip Rossman-Reich

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May 28, 2026

Jamahl Mosley helped set a strong foundation for the Orlando Magic's growth. As he takes a new job, he gave his former team a reminder of what made them so successful.

Jamahl Mosley quietly gave the Orlando Magic one final lesson

Philip Rossman-Reich

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May 27, 2026

The end of the conference finals is clearing the last hurdles the Orlando Magic likely need to finalize their new head coach. The clock is ticking toward midnight and a decision and hire to finish a key part of the offseason.

Final detour in Orlando Magic coaching search has been removed

Philip Rossman-Reich

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May 27, 2026

The Orlando Magic's starting lineup has a lot working for it. But this season proved the team's depth was not as strong. And a top-heavy approach may not be winning in the NBA anymore.

Orlando Magic’s title hopes may depend on one big bench question

Philip Rossman-Reich

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May 26, 2026

The whole league now is likely gearing up to stop Victor Wembanyama. That might actually be something the Orlando Magic have available in the trade market.

Orlando Magic quietly possess a powerful trump card in trade talks

Philip Rossman-Reich

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May 25, 2026

Paolo Banchero did not meet his expectations this year and fell short of making an All-NBA team. It helps the Orlando Magic's tightening cap situation, but is bad for a team hungry to compete.

Paolo Banchero’s All-NBA "snub" is a blessing and curse for Orlando Magic

Philip Rossman-Reich

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May 25, 2026

The Orlando Magic are quickly seeing their coaching staff begin to turn over even before they hire a new coach. It seems like the team will need to build completely new relationships.

Orlando Magic coaching search takes frustrating turn

Philip Rossman-Reich

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May 24, 2026

The Orlando Magic have a lot of questions on their roster. That includes Moe Wagner who hits free agency once again.

Orlando Magic's small decisions will have big consequences

Philip Rossman-Reich

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May 23, 2026

The Orlando Magic face a lot of key questions this offseason as they try to break through and get to the second round of the Playoffs in 2027.

5 questions the Orlando Magic face in the 2026 offseason

Philip Rossman-Reich

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May 21, 2026

The Orlando Magic's path to contention starts with their stars taking another leap. And that begins with Paolo Banchero putting doubts behind him.

Paolo Banchero holds the key to the Orlando Magic's next leap

Philip Rossman-Reich

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May 20, 2026

The Dallas Mavericks' shocking decision to part ways with Jason Kidd has opened up another attractive job and thrown a new candidate into the mix for the Orlando Magic's open coaching job.

Dallas Mavericks coaching opening shakes up Orlando Magic’s search

Philip Rossman-Reich

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May 19, 2026

The San Antonio Spurs' continued playoff success and their quick ascendance is largely because of Victor Wembanyama. But the Orlando Magic have an eye on a key piece of their defense -- assistant coach Sean Sweeney.

Playoffs are making Orlando Magic coaching candidate impossible to ignore

Philip Rossman-Reich

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May 19, 2026

The Orlando Magic had a bright future when they burst onto the Playoff scene. Two more first-round exits have everyone questioning their direction and their potential.

Why the Orlando Magic no longer feel inevitable

Philip Rossman-Reich

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May 19, 2026

The Orlando Magic are continuing their coaching search in private. It is believed they want a coach with experience. But they cannot be beholden to that trait.

Orlando Magic can’t let one trait define their coaching search

Philip Rossman-Reich

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May 18, 2026

The Orlando Magic reached the NBA Cup semifinals this season in what should have been a legitimizing moment. Instead, they are the only semifinalist not still playing in a predictive NBA Cup semifinals.

Orlando Magic are the missing piece in the NBA’s bold experiment

Philip Rossman-Reich

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May 17, 2026

The Orlando Magic seem to be nearing a critical decision point in their guard rotation. Jalen Suggs' frustrating playoffs have put him on the trade market while Anthony Black is due an extension amid a ballooning payroll.

Orlando Magic face major dilemma in the NBA’s early trade market

Philip Rossman-Reich

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May 17, 2026

The Orlando Magic will start Paolo Banchero's max extension next season. They are about to become one of the most expensive teams in the league.

Orlando Magic face salary cap crunch as crucial summer begins

Philip Rossman-Reich

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May 16, 2026

The Detroit Pistons pulled off another road Game 6 victory to avoid elimination. It means the Orlando Magic are not so different than one of their chief competitors.

Another Detroit Pistons Game 6 victory is good news for the Orlando Magic

Philip Rossman-Reich

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May 16, 2026

Braden Smith set the NCAA record for assists in a career. He is still developing as a shooter, and that is likely what he needs to make it in the NBA.

2026 NBA Draft Combine: The elite shooters and leapers who should be on Orlando Magic’s radar

Philip Rossman-Reich

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May 15, 2026

Rueben Chinyelu was one of the big winners of the NBA Draft Combine, coming in with the longest wingspan and putting it to use in the scrimmage on Wednesday.

2026 NBA Draft Combine: The wingspans Orlando Magic fans need to know

Philip Rossman-Reich

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May 14, 2026

Wendell Carter had a strong playoff series. But it did not quiet the questions he faces as the Orlando Magic plan their next steps and look to fill in gaps to take the next step.

Orlando Magic lacked this one crucial trait in the NBA Playoffs

Philip Rossman-Reich

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May 14, 2026

Jalen Suggs will be a flashpoint for the Orlando Magic this offseason. He can still do a lot of vital and important things for the team. But his inconsistency on offense and a poor Playoffs have his place in question.

Jalen Suggs sits at the center of the Orlando Magic’s biggest offseason questions

Philip Rossman-Reich

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May 13, 2026

Jamahl Mosley built a foundation for the Orlando Magic in the five years as head coach. That is a foundation the team is grateful for. And it is a time he is grateful to have spent in Orlando.

Orlando Magic’s next coach will inherit the foundation Jamahl Mosley built

Philip Rossman-Reich

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May 13, 2026

The Orlando Magic saw just how good they can be with Franz Wagner on the floor during the Playoffs, and how important he is when he is not there.

Franz Wagner was the missing piece for the Orlando Magic

Philip Rossman-Reich

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May 12, 2026

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