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Franz Wagner Hopes To Move Past Injury Issues

Magic forward Franz Wagner is coming off the most frustrating season of his NBA career, as a recurring left high ankle sprain caused him to miss 48 games. In an interview with Cyro Asseo of HoopsHype, Wagner talks about the difficulty of not being able to overcome the injury and admits it might have been […]

Franz Wagner reveals harsh lesson Magic must learn after another playoff disappointment

Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner believes the franchise’s latest playoff setback can serve as a valuable lesson as the team looks to move beyond a string of first-round exits. Speaking with HoopsHype’s Cyro Asseo, Wagner reflected on Orlando’s collapse against the Detroit Pistons after the Magic squandered a 3-1 series lead one month ago. The […] The post Franz Wagner reveals harsh lesson Magic must learn after another playoff disappointment appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Magic’s Franz Wagner gets 100% real on ‘challenging’ season due to injuries

With the Orlando Magic starting a new era under head coach Sean Sweeney, the team is looking to bounce back after a heartbreaking loss in the first-round playoff series, falling in seven games to the Detroit Pistons. As the Magic hired Sweeney and bring back a talented core, one piece of the team that dealt […] The post Magic’s Franz Wagner gets 100% real on ‘challenging’ season due to injuries appeared first on ClutchPoints .

How Franz Wagner truly feels about new Magic head coach Sean Sweeney

Orlando Magic star Franz Wagner is embracing the franchise’s new era under incoming head coach Sean Sweeney. In a recent interview with HoopsHype’s Cyro Asseo, Wagner shared his thoughts on Orlando’s decision to hire Sweeney, who is currently serving as an assistant coach with the San Antonio Spurs during their NBA Finals run. The move […] The post How Franz Wagner truly feels about new Magic head coach Sean Sweeney appeared first on ClutchPoints .

NBA rumors: Bucks want Timberwolves to get back in Giannis Antetokounmpo trade mix

Trade speculation surrounding Giannis Antetokounmpo took another turn Friday after a new report suggested the Milwaukee Bucks would welcome renewed interest from the Minnesota Timberwolves despite recent indications that Minnesota was no longer actively pursuing the two-time MVP. On Thursday, Jake Fischer of The Stein Line reported that the Timberwolves, Orlando Magic and Golden State […] The post NBA rumors: Bucks want Timberwolves to get back in Giannis Antetokounmpo trade mix appeared fir...

NBA rumors: Are Magic actually in on Giannis trade? New intel hints at pursuit

Trade speculation involving Giannis Antetokounmpo took another turn Friday after a new report suggested the Orlando Magic remain involved in discussions surrounding the Milwaukee Bucks superstar despite reporting a day earlier indicating otherwise. On Thursday, Jake Fischer of The Stein Line reported that the Magic, Minnesota Timberwolves and Golden State Warriors were no longer actively […] The post NBA rumors: Are Magic actually in on Giannis trade? New intel hints at pursuit appeared firs...

Can Sean Sweeney Fix the Magic’s Offensive Woes?

As the associate head coach of the San Antonio Spurs, Sean Sweeney’s current challenge is to aid the San Antonio Spurs in pulling off a comeback series win in the NBA Finals against the New York Knicks. But win or lose, he is set to take over as head coach of the Orlando Magic, where […] The post Can Sean Sweeney Fix the Magic’s Offensive Woes? appeared first on The Lead .

Latest On Giannis Antetokounmpo

The Bucks are seeking clarity regarding what several teams are willing to offer for Giannis Antetokounmpo before reaching a final decision on a trade, league and team sources tell Sam Amick and Eric Nehm of The Athletic. The Celtics, Timberwolves and Magic are among the teams involved in negotiations, according to the authors’ sources. The […]

NBA rumors: Timberwolves, Warriors, Magic all out on Giannis Antetokounmpo trade talks

Trade speculation surrounding Giannis Antetokounmpo continues to dominate the NBA offseason, but a recent report suggests three frequently discussed destinations are no longer actively involved in talks with the Milwaukee Bucks. According to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line, the Minnesota Timberwolves, Golden State Warriors and Orlando Magic have all fallen out of recent discussions […] The post NBA rumors: Timberwolves, Warriors, Magic all out on Giannis Antetokounmpo trade talks appeared fir...

Orlando Magic 2026 NBA Draft Preview

The Orlando Magic had, to say the least, a disappointing 2025 season. Originally projected to have the sixth-most wins in the NBA entering the year, Orlando instead struggled to meet expectations amid inconsistent play and a plague of injuries. The Magic would finish as the eighth overall seed in the East at 45-37, ultimately securing themselves […] The post Orlando Magic 2026 NBA Draft Preview appeared first on The Lead .

Celtics rumors: Brian Windhorst pours cold water on Giannis Antetokounmpo scenario

The Boston Celtics are reportedly among the multitude of teams vying for the services of Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo, who has clearly been the most talked-about player in the offseason. Antetokounmpo is purportedly insistent on remaining in the Eastern Conference. That should bode well for the Celtics, the Miami Heat, the Orlando Magic, and […] The post Celtics rumors: Brian Windhorst pours cold water on Giannis Antetokounmpo scenario appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Wes Unseld Jr. To Be Finalist For Bulls’ Head Coaching Job?

The Bulls are casting in a wide net in their search for a new head coach, reportedly talking to at least a dozen names about the position. One of those candidates is no longer available after Spurs top assistant Sean Sweeney was hired to be the Magic‘s new top coach. League sources tell Jake Fischer […]

Report: Executives and agents around the league believe Giannis will be traded to the Heat

With the NBA Finals set to begin, the Giannis Antetokounmpo trade landscape is getting closer and closer to finally materializing into the superstar’s next destination. There have been teams rumored to be in the mix— the Portland Trail Blazers, Orlando Magic, Boston Celtics and even the OKC Thunder. But none have come even close to […] The post Report: Executives and agents around the league believe Giannis will be traded to the Heat appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .

NBA rumors: The Paolo Banchero, Franz Wagner reason Magic aren’t a serious Giannis Antetokounmpo trade suitor

The Orlando Magic were frequently linked to Giannis Antetokounmpo throughout the season, but NBA insider Jake Fischer recently explained why the franchise is unlikely to emerge as a serious contender in any potential trade pursuit of the Milwaukee Bucks superstar. Speaking on Bleacher Report’s NBA Insider Notebook, Fischer addressed speculation that Orlando’s hiring of new […] The post NBA rumors: The Paolo Banchero, Franz Wagner reason Magic aren’t a serious Giannis Antetokounmpo trade suit...

Finals Notes: Wemby, Castle, Brunson, Kornet, More

While their playing styles and physiques bear little resemblance, Spurs star Victor Wembanyama is providing the rest of the NBA’s teams with the same sort of unique challenges they faced three decades ago when Shaquille O’Neal emerged as a superstar in Orlando, writes Brian Windhorst of ESPN. Like Wembanyama, O’Neal led his team to the […]

Magic’s best Giannis Antetokounmpo trade offer to Bucks right now after hiring Sean Sweeney

The Orlando Magic have drafted wisely, developed patiently, and steadily climbed the Eastern Conference ladder. Of course, there comes a moment in every franchise’s evolution when patience must give way to ambition. Following the hiring of Sean Sweeney as head coach and amid growing speculation surrounding Giannis Antetokounmpo’s future in Milwaukee, Orlando suddenly finds itself […] The post Magic’s best Giannis Antetokounmpo trade offer to Bucks right now after hiring Sean Sweeney appeared...

Magic’s Jeff Weltman Discusses Sean Sweeney Hire

The Magic‘s recent decision to bring in Sean Sweeney as their next head coach marks the third coaching hire of president Jeff Weltman‘s nine-year tenure. This hiring process looked very different from previous ones due to the fact that Sweeney is currently in the midst of a playoff run as the lead assistant coach for […]