Locked On Magic

The Orlando Magic came to the New York to face the New York Knicks hoping to make a statement about their ability to compete in the Eastern Conference. They leave facing a whole lot more questions.
The Orlando Magic will almost assuredly advance in the NBA Cup regardless of Tuesday’s results. But their game against the New York Knicks leaves a lot for the Magic to prove.
The Playoffs may seem like a long way away. But as the Orlando Magic navigate their season, they are thinking about the Playoffs and how they can prepare for them.
The Orlando Magic are the exact team NBA Cup success was meant to supercharge and prove they were ready to take the next step.
Kentavious Caldwell-Pope was brought to the Orlando Magic to hep solve their shooting woes. A major slump brought disappointment. Until Wednesday’s win over the Chicago Bulls.
The Orlando Magic are 19 games into the season and have dealt with their own bits of adversity so far. But they have plenty to be thankful for already as they continue to grow.
Cole Anthony fell out of favor from the rotation. But with injuries mounting, he was the next man up. And he delivered for the Orlando Magic.
Wendell Carter is inching close to a return from plantar fasciitis. His recovery will spark a debate about what the Orlando Magic should at center.
Franz Wagner showcased his progress on a bigger stage and delivered a moment that should cement his status as an All-Star in the league.
The Orlando Magic are not a good shooting team. That does not appear to be changing. But the team has found a way to survive despite it. They can continue to do so.
No player probably is a bigger barometer of the Orlando Magic’s success than Anthony Black. The second-year guard is finding his place in the rotation and flourishing.