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Magic adds ex-lottery pick who last played in NBA for Warriors

The Orlando Magic added another veteran to their training camp roster Wednesday, signing former NBA lottery pick Kevin Knox II ahead of the 2026-27 season. Orlando announced the move as the organization prepares for media day Monday and the beginning of training camp Tuesday. “The Orlando Magic have signed free-agent forward Kevin Knox II, President […] The post Magic adds ex-lottery pick who last played in NBA for Warriors appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Former Knicks Top 10 draft pick signs deal with East rival

The Orlando Magic are set to give a chance to a former New York Knicks lottery pick, signing him to a deal ahead of the new season. According to Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel , the Magic are signing Kevin Knox II to an Exhibit 10 deal, and he will join the team for training camp. The 27-year-old is coming off a season he spent in the G League with the Windy City Bulls. In 39 games last season, he averaged 21.4 points, 7.7 rebounds, and 2.1 assists on 46.4% shooting from the field. Knox's...

Magic sign Kevin Knox

The Orlando Magic are signing Kevin Knox to an Exhibit 10 contract, according to Jason Beede. Knox will join Orlando for training camp as the team continues to finalize its roster ahead of the 2026-27 season. The move comes as Orlando makes several adjustments to its training camp roster. The Magic are waiving Justin Council […] The post Magic sign Kevin Knox appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Magic bringing Kevin Knox to training camp on Exhibit 10 deal

Magic NBA News NBA Rumors Kevin Knox is getting another NBA look. The Magic plan to sign the 27-year-old forward to an Exhibit 10 contract and bring him to training camp, Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel reported. Arthur Hill of Hoops Rumors also noted the move. Knox spent last season with the Windy City Bulls in the G League, averaging 22.7 points and 8.2 rebounds in 26 games. Those numbers earned him a camp invitation. They don’t guarantee him a spot on Orlando’s opening-night roster. The...

Magic bringing Kevin Knox to training camp on Exhibit 10 deal

Kevin Knox is getting another NBA look. The Magic plan to sign the 27-year-old forward to an Exhibit 10 contract and bring him to training camp, Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel reported. Arthur Hill of Hoops Rumors also noted the move. Knox spent last season with the Windy City Bulls in the G League, […] The post Magic bringing Kevin Knox to training camp on Exhibit 10 deal appeared first on Hoops Wire .

Magic Add Kevin Knox On Exhibit 10 Contract, Four Others Signed And Waived

Free agent forward Kevin Knox II has signed an Exhibit 10 contract with the Magic and take part in training camp, a league source tells Jason Beede of The Orlando Sentinel (Twitter link). Knox, 27, has seven years of NBA experience, but he spent last season with the Windy City Bulls, Chicago’s G League affiliate. […]

Shaquille O’Neal credits movie for Penny Hardaway partnership

Shaquille O’Neal says his unexpected decision to appear in Blue Chips not only earned him $3 million but also played an important role in bringing Penny Hardaway to the Orlando Magic. O’Neal had no plans to pursue acting when he was approached about the basketball movie. His interest changed once he learned how much he […] The post Shaquille O’Neal credits movie for Penny Hardaway partnership appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

NBA Notes: Thunder, Jalen Williams, Knicks, James Wiseman, Magic

Thunder Jalen Williams does nearly everything the Thunder need from a star wing. Grayson Buchanan of NBA On SI believes consistent three-point shooting is the final piece. The numbers support the concern, although they also complicate it. Williams shot just 29.9 percent from behind the arc during the regular season and made fewer than one […] The post NBA Notes: Thunder, Jalen Williams, Knicks, James Wiseman, Magic appeared first on Hoops Wire .

Osceola Magic Hire Former Blazers Assistant Ronnie Burrell as Head Coach

Former Portland Trail Blazers assistant coach Ronnie Burrell has been hired as the head coach of the Orlando Magic’s G League affiliate Osceola Magic, HoopsHype’s Michael Scotto reported. The Trail Blazers hired Burrell as an assistant on Chauncey Billups’ staff during the 2024 offseason, and he spent the past two seasons in the role. Burrell […]

Eastern Notes: Watson, Raptors, Magic, Burrell, Knicks

By Luke Adams | at September 18, 2026 11:51 am Introduced as a member of the Cavaliers at his new team’s training facility on Thursday, Peyton Watson acknowledged that Cleveland wasn’t among his initial suitors this offseason. However, as Joe Reedy of The Associated Press details, once the Cavs entered the mix, the fit appealed to the restricted free agent wing, who is looking forward to playing alongside a pair of rim protectors in Jarrett Allen and Evan Mobley. “I feel like it just gives me ...

Eastern Notes: Watson, Raptors, Magic, Burrell, Knicks

Introduced as a member of the Cavaliers at his new team’s training facility on Thursday, Peyton Watson acknowledged that Cleveland wasn’t among his initial suitors this offseason. However, as Joe Reedy of The Associated Press details, once the Cavs entered the mix, the fit appealed to the restricted free agent wing, who is looking forward […]

Ronnie Burrell named Osceola Magic head coach

The Orlando Magic are set to name Ronnie Burrell as the new head coach of their G League team, the Osceola Magic, according to HoopsHype. Burrell brings experience from both the NBA and G League levels. He previously worked as an assistant coach with the Portland Trail Blazers and Brooklyn Nets before taking his latest […] The post Ronnie Burrell named Osceola Magic head coach appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Matt Barnes reflects on Kobe Bryant no-flinch moment

Matt Barnes and Kobe Bryant turned a tense on-court moment into part of a relationship that eventually developed into a close bond, with Barnes now reflecting on the famous incident involving an inbound pass. During a game between the Orlando Magic and Los Angeles Lakers, Barnes attempted to intimidate Bryant by faking a pass directly […] The post Matt Barnes reflects on Kobe Bryant no-flinch moment appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Former Knicks starting guard signs new NBA deal

Nine-year NBA veteran guard Elfrid Payton has found a new team to continue his NBA career. According to NBA insider Michael Scotto of HoopsHype , Payton has agreed to a deal with the Sacramento Kings. Scotto added that Payton will compete for a spot on the Kings' final regular-season roster. Payton also has ties to Kings GM Scott Perry, as the two previously worked together with the Orlando Magic and New York Knicks. Payton's turbulent NBA career The 32-year-old former 10th overall NBA Draft p...

Milwaukee Bucks emerge as third team in proposed Paolo Banchero to the Warriors trade

The Milwaukee Bucks could become the third team involved in a proposed trade that would send Paolo Banchero to the Golden State Warriors. Bleacher Report’s Andy Bailey proposed a deal that would bring Banchero to Golden State. Bleacher Report NBA trade idea: Warriors receive:– Paolo Banchero– AJ Green– Goga Bitadze Magic receive:– Jimmy Butler– Yaxel [...]

John Konchar To Sign One-Year Contract With Knicks

By Dana Gauruder | at September 15, 2026 7:47 pm John Konchar has agreed to sign a one-year contract with the defending champion Knicks, ESPN’s Shams Charania tweets. The Knicks’ interest in Konchar was reported earlier this month. At least three other Eastern Conference teams — the Heat, Raptors and Magic — were interested in signing him. The Heat had discussions with Konchar and told him they would get back to him this week regarding a potential offer but Konchar chose not to wait, Barry Jac...

One Team Rises Among The Rest To Sign Free Agent John Konchar

Earlier on Tuesday, we heard that a number of Eastern Conference contenders, including the New York Knicks, Miami Heat, Orlando Magic, and Toronto Raptors, were showing interest in sought-after free agent John Konchar. The tenacious defender and rebounding wing has made his choice, and he's going with the defending NBA champions.  Free agent forward John Konchar has agreed to a one-year deal with the New York Knicks, agent George S. Langberg of @GSLSportsGroup tells ESPN. Koncha...

Magic’s STUFF wins third NBA Mascot of Year award, strengthens GOAT case

The Magic finally have another award winner, and Paolo Banchero can relax. This one belongs to the large green dragon. STUFF the Magic Dragon was named the 2026 NBA Mascot of the Year at the annual NBA Mascot Conference, an event that raises considerably more questions than it answers. Fellow NBA mascots selected the winner, meaning there was no media bias, questionable analytics or anonymous executive voting involved. Just professionals recognizing greatness. This is STUFF’s third victory. He...

Knicks signing John Konchar to one-year deal

The defending NBA champions are adding the sort of player good teams tend to find useful. Free agent forward John Konchar has agreed to a one-year contract with the Knicks, agent George Langberg told Shams Charania of ESPN. Konchar, 29, will enter his eighth NBA season after spending most of his career with the Grizzlies. He was traded to Utah in the Jaren Jackson Jr. deal, flipped to Minnesota last month and then waived by the Timberwolves. As Hoops Wire previously relayed, the Heat, Magic an...