Orlando Magic

Santa Cruz Warriors forward Kevin Knox drives into the paint against Austin Spurs in the teams’ NBA G League action at KP Arena on Saturday. (John Lee - Santa Cruz Sentinel)

Magic sign Kevin Knox II, set training camp roster at 20 players

By Jason Beede

September 24, 2026 at 10:41 a.m.

The Magic enter the start of training camp with 20 players on Orlando's roster, including...

Osceola Magic head coach Ronnie Burrell talks to the media at the Kia Center practice court, on Wednesday, September 23, 2026. (Ricardo Ramirez Buxeda/ Orlando Sentinel)

New Osceola Magic coach Ronnie Burrell grateful for return to G League

By Jason Beede

September 23, 2026 at 4:03 p.m.

New Osceola Magic coach Ronnie Burrell believes he can continue to grow the success the...

Magic leaders present representatives from Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida with a $50,000 grant during the Orlando Magic Youth Foundation Collective Impact Reveal Luncheon at the Kia Center on Tuesday. Pictured, from left: Magic Vice Chair Alex Martins; Magic and OMYF Chairman Dan DeVos, right center; and Magic President of Business Operations Charlie Freeman, far right. (Rich Pope/Orlando Sentinel)

Magic foundation distributing $1.8 million to local nonprofits this season

By Jason Beede

September 22, 2026 at 4:37 p.m.

This marks the 19th time the Magic have distributed at least $1 million to the...

Ronnie Burrell served as head coach of the Long Island Nets during the 2022-23 NBA G League season. (Saquan Stimpson/ZUMA Press Wire, Cal Sport Media via AP Images)

Osceola Magic hire NBA assistant as new G League head coach

By Jason Beede

September 18, 2026 at 11:19 a.m.

Ronnie Burrell, most recently an NBA assistant coach with the Portland Trail Blazers, was named...

Orlando Magic mascot Stuff was named NBA Mascot of the Year at the annual NBA Mascot Conference for the third time. (Courtesy of Tony Huynh/Orlando Magic)

The Magic Stuff: Orlando mascot wins top NBA honor for third time

By Jason Beede

September 15, 2026 at 3:41 p.m.

A fan favorite at Kia Center, Orlando Magic mascot Stuff was previously named NBA Mascot...

Houston Rockets guard JD Davison drives down court against the Memphis Grizzlies during the second half of an NBA basketball game Sunday, April 12, 2026, in Houston. (AP Photo/Michael Wyke)

Magic sign pair of guards to NBA training camp deals

By Jason Beede

September 4, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

Free agent guards Malaki Branham and JD Davison are set to join the Magic for...

The 407 dance team celebrates the win after a Game 4 victory in the first-round of the NBA Playoffs against Detroit at the Kia Center in Orlando, Monday, April 27, 2026. (Joe Burbank/Orlando Sentinel)

Magic name DAZN direct-to-consumer streaming partner: Here’s what it means

By Jason Beede

September 3, 2026 at 9:31 a.m.

With the addition of a streaming deal with DAZN, there will be multiple ways to...

Orlando guard Jalen Suggs (4) and Orlando forward Franz Wagner (22) celebrate after a three point shot during the NBA Playoff Game 3 of Detroit Pistons at Orlando Magic at the Kia Center on Saturday, April 25, 2026. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

How to watch Magic in Gainesville, Panama City and Tallahassee this season

By Jason Beede

September 2, 2026 at 11:07 a.m.

Orlando Magic fans in Gainesville, Panama City and Tallahassee will be able to watch their...

Paolo Banchero (5), Desmond Bane (3) and the rest of the Orlando Magic will be watchable on WMOR-TV in Tampa this upcoming season. (Nic Antaya/Getty Images)

Here’s how to watch Orlando Magic games in Tampa during 2026-27 season

By Jason Beede

September 1, 2026 at 12:15 p.m.

Magic fans living in Tampa received an update Tuesday on how to watch Orlando's upcoming...

Magic guard Jalen Suggs participates in a drill at the inaugural Basketball Without Borders Next Up camp in Istanbul, Turkey on Thursday. (Courtesy of NBAE)

Magic’s Jalen Suggs teaches at camp in Turkey, connects with Sweeney as season nears

By Jason Beede

August 29, 2026 at 8:00 a.m.

Magic guard Jalen Suggs talked about his time at the NBA's Basketball Without Borders camp...

Orlando forward Desmond Bane (3) shoots a three point shot over Milwaukee guard Kevin Porter Jr. (7) during the Milwaukee Bucks at Orlando Magic NBA game at the Kia Center in Orlando on Wednesday, February 11, 2026. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

Magic schedule takeaways: What to watch during Orlando’s 2026-27 NBA season

By Jason Beede

August 21, 2026 at 11:15 a.m.

Between a road-heavy start and a challenging close, the Magic schedule provides plenty of intrigue...

John Beilein coached 54 games as the Cavs head coach in the 2019-20 season. He is also Michigan's winningest men's basketball coach and will be joining the Orlando Magic as a consultant to new coach Sean Sweeney, Beilein posted on social media. (Tony Dejak/AP file)

Orlando’s Sean Sweeney hires ex-Michigan coach Beilein as Magic consultant

By Andrew Kahn

August 17, 2026 at 5:24 p.m.

New Orlando Magic coach Sean Sweeney is bringing on former Michigan coach John Beilein as...

All systems are go on Oct. 21 at Kia Center, when the Magic will face Atlanta to begin their new season with new head coach Sean Sweeney, who was a top assistant coach for the Spurs last year. (Elsa/Getty Images)

Magic begin new season with new coach at home Oct. 21 | Complete schedule

By Kathy Laughlin

August 13, 2026 at 3:14 p.m.

The Sean Sweeney era of the Orlando Magic officially begins Oct. 21 against the Atlanta...

FILE – Boston Celtics coach Doc Rivers shouts at a referee as Kevin Garnett looks on during the first quarter of a NBA basketball game against the New Jersey Nets in Boston, Nov. 24, 2010. (AP Photo/Winslow Townson, File)

Ex-Magic coach Doc Rivers reflects on getting into Hall of Fame

By Associated Press

August 13, 2026 at 11:53 a.m.

Doc Rivers needed some time to write the speech that he’ll give when formally inducted...

Where can you watch Magic games this season? New broadcast partner revealed

By Matt Murschel

August 12, 2026 at 4:28 p.m.

Most of Orlando's regular-season games will be broadcast on WRDQ TV 27 with a select...

Orlando Magic forward Paolo Banchero (5) lays up the ball near New York Knicks guard Josh Hart (3) during the second half of an NBA Cup semifinals game on Dec. 13 Las Vegas. (AP Photo/Ronda Churchill)

Magic kick off NBA Cup play in Toronto this season after run to semifinals in 2025

By Steve Gorches

August 12, 2026 at 11:00 a.m.

The NBA Cup championship game will be played on Dec. 11 at Hinkle Fieldhouse in...

Magic guard Jalen Suggs will serve as a coach at a Basketball Without Borders camp later this month. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

Magic’s Jalen Suggs to coach again at NBA’s Basketball Without Borders camp (this time in Turkey)

By Jason Beede

August 5, 2026 at 12:38 p.m.

Magic guard Jalen Suggs previously coached at a Basketball Without Borders camp in Johannesburg, South...

Osceola Magic coach Dylan Murphy won G League Coach of the Month for the first time in his career Tuesday. (Gary Bassing/NBAE via Getty Images)

Magic’s Dylan Murphy departing Osceola team for Michigan Wolverines

By Jason Beede

August 3, 2026 at 11:58 a.m.

Under coach Dylan Murphy, Orlando's G League affiliate, the Osceola Magic, finished the last three...

Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner aim to punch the Magic past the first round for the first time in more than a decade. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

Where Magic and rest of East stand with offseason winding down | Analysis

By Jason Beede

August 1, 2026 at 10:45 a.m.

With the majority of the NBA offseason complete, where do the Orlando Magic and the...

Left to right, Minnie Mouse, Goofy, Orlando Squeeze’s Jack Sock and the New Jersey 5’s Anna Leigh Waters choose teams for a doubles friendly game during the Major League Pickleball media preview Wednesday ahead of their season-ending Amway MLP Orlando tournament at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex. (Ricardo Ramirez Buxeda/ Orlando Sentinel)

Pro pickleball takes on Walt Disney World as Orlando Squeeze make playoff push

By Jason Beede

July 29, 2026 at 3:00 p.m.

Entering the final week of the Major League Pickleball regular season, the Orlando Squeeze find...

Magic earn NBA’s international strategy award for 2nd straight season

By Jason Beede

July 28, 2026 at 3:21 p.m.

The recognition marks the second straight year the Magic have won the NBA's team international...

Orlando Magic guard Jett Howard (13) drives down court against Milwaukee Bucks guard Cam Thomas during the second half of an NBA basketball game Monday, Feb. 9, 2026, in Orlando, Fla. (AP Photo/Kevin Kolczynski)

Former Magic lottery pick Jett Howard signs 2-way contract with Mavericks

By Jason Beede

July 21, 2026 at 2:00 p.m.

Former 1st-round draft pick Jett Howard became an unrestricted free agent after the Magic declined...

Magic Summer League coach D.J. Bakker, center, watches from the sideline next to Magic assistant Riley Crean inside UNLV's Cox Pavilion in Las Vegas. (Jason Beede/Orlando Sentinel)

Summer takeaways: What we learned about the Magic in Las Vegas

By Jason Beede

July 20, 2026 at 3:32 p.m.

2nd-year players Noah Penda and Jase Richardson shone during Las Vegas Summer League for the...

Magic guard Desmond Bane scores in the paint against the Clippers during the first half of Sunday's game in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Etienne Laurent)

Magic finalize NBA preseason schedule for 2026, to play two road games

By Jason Beede

July 20, 2026 at 11:31 a.m.

In addition to two home preseason games, the Magic will play two road preseason games....

The Orlando Magic finished NBA Summer League with a 4-1 record in Las Vegas. (Ethan Miller/Getty Images)

Magic wrap up Summer League, beat Celtics behind Malik Reneau’s 19

By Jason Beede

July 18, 2026 at 8:13 p.m.

Summer League came to a close Saturday afternoon for the Magic, who were sitting key...

Magic forward Noah Penda, left, sits on the bench next to teammate Jase Richardson, right (glasses), during a recent Summer League game at UNLV's Cox Pavilion in Las Vegas. (Jason Beede/Orlando Sentinel)

Summer League a success for Magic’s Noah Penda: ‘The results were there’

By Jason Beede

July 18, 2026 at 4:15 p.m.

Second-year Orlando Magic forward Noah Penda showcased his improved shooting and defensive versatility during three...

Magic second-year guard Jase Richardson (11) speaks to the media during Las Vegas Summer League practice, at the AdventHealth Training Center, on Monday, July 6, 2026. (Ricardo Ramirez Buxeda/ Orlando Sentinel)

Jase Richardson picks up pace, makes strides for Magic at Summer League

By Jason Beede

July 16, 2026 at 2:31 p.m.

ESPN analyst Iman Shumpert highlighted Jase Richardson's speed and ability to get downhill for the...

Magic guard Jase Richardson drives to the basket during Wednesday's Summer League game against the Philadelphia 76ers at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas. (Tom O'Connor/NBAE via Getty Images)

Magic earn third Summer League win, outlast Sixers late in Las Vegas

By Jason Beede

July 15, 2026 at 9:33 p.m.

Jase Richardson and Noah Penda returned to the floor for the Magic and helped Orlando...

With the Magic at Las Vegas Summer League, guard Lester Quinones (24) started 35 games last season with Osceola, Orlando's G League affiliate. (Jason Beede/Orlando Sentinel)

Osceola connection powering Magic at Las Vegas Summer League

By Jason Beede

July 15, 2026 at 2:03 p.m.

Multiple players who spent last season with Osceola have made their impact on the court...

David Steele was named television play-by-play voice for the Magic in March 1998 and spent 28 seasons in that role, after handling radio play-by-play duties for the team’s first nine seasons. (Tomás Diniz Santos/Orlando Sentinel)

David Steele retires after 37 seasons as play-by-play voice of Magic

By Jason Beede

July 14, 2026 at 11:49 a.m.

David Steele said he is "forever grateful" to have had the opportunity to serve as...

David Steele, the voice of the Orlando Magic since the franchise's inception, was inducted into the team's Hall of Fame in 2019. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

Bianchi: David Steele’s greatest call was 37 years of trust and credibility

By Mike Bianchi

July 14, 2026 at 1:30 p.m.

National broadcasters become famous. Local broadcasters like David Steele become family.

Magic rookie Izaiyah Nelson played in Orlando's first three Las Vegas Summer League contests before suffering a fracture in his left ankle Sunday at UNLV's Cox Pavilion. (Jason Beede/Orlando Sentinel)

Magic rookie Izaiyah Nelson suffers broken ankle, to undergo surgery

By Jason Beede

July 13, 2026 at 2:15 p.m.

Magic second-round pick Izaiyah Nelson is expected to return to basketball activities in 3-4 months,...

Magic two-way center Colin Castleton attempts a free throw during the second half of Sunday's Las Vegas Summer League game against the Portland Trail Blazers inside UNLV's Cox Pavilion. (Jason Beede/Orlando Sentinel)

Magic storm back, capture Summer League win in OT against Trail Blazers

By Jason Beede

July 13, 2026 at 11:54 a.m.

The Magic were without Jase Richardson and Noah Penda in the second Summer League game...

TyTy Washington Jr., middle, has spent time with the Clippers, Suns, Bucks and Rockets in the NBA. He's with the Magic in the Las Vegas Summer League and hoping to land a spot in Orlando or with another team. (Nam Y. Huh/AP file)

TyTy Washington Jr. ‘thankful’ for Las Vegas Summer League shot with Magic

By Jason Beede

July 12, 2026 at 3:45 p.m.

With the Orlando Magic at Las Vegas Summer League, TyTy Washington Jr. is hoping to...

New Orlando Magic head coach Sean Sweeney is a Minnesota native with a no-nonsense approach to coaching and teaching basketball. His ability to communicate plainly and clearly with players was one of the qualities team president Jeff Weltman said stood out about Sweeney when he introduced him as the club's new coach June 18. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

Sean Sweeney’s Magic journey filled with ‘pouring his heart and soul into basketball’

By Jason Beede

July 12, 2026 at 8:00 a.m.

Those who know him all agree they were certain Sean Sweeney would be a head...

Magic guard Jase Richardson (11) steps up to the free throw line during the fourth quarter of Saturday's Las Vegas Summer League game against the Miami Heat inside Cox Pavilion on the campus of UNLV. (Jason Beede/Orlando Sentinel)

Magic secure first Las Vegas Summer League win in battle vs. Heat

By Jason Beede

July 11, 2026 at 7:29 p.m.

Magic teammates Jase Richardson, Noah Penda, Colin Castleton and Lester Quinones combined for 57 points...

Magic forward Noah Penda (93) goes to box out Hornets small forward Liam McNeeley during Thursday's Las Vegas Summer League contest inside Cox Pavilion on the campus of UNLV. (Jason Beede/Orlando Sentinel)

Encouraged to ‘let it fly,’ Magic’s Noah Penda seeing results at Las Vegas Summer League

By Jason Beede

July 10, 2026 at 5:26 p.m.

Magic forward Noah Penda knocked down five 3-pointers during Orlando's Las Vegas Summer League loss...

Magic guard Jase Richardson (11) drives to the basket during the first half of Thursday's Las Vegas Summer League game against the Hornets inside Cox Pavilion on the campus of UNLV. (Courtesy of Orlando Magic)

Magic open Las Vegas Summer League with loss to Hornets

By Jason Beede

July 9, 2026 at 10:45 p.m.

Despite strong efforts from Jase Richardson and Noah Penda, the Magic dropped their first Las...

Magic rookie Izaiyah Nelson (#25) during Las Vegas Summer League practice, at the AdventHealth Training Center, on Monday, July 6, 2026. (Ricardo Ramirez Buxeda/ Orlando Sentinel)

Magic rookie Izaiyah Nelson working to prove why he belongs in NBA

By Jason Beede

July 9, 2026 at 2:45 p.m.

For Magic rookie Izaiyah Nelson, Las Vegas Summer League serves as his first chance to...

The Orlando Magic huddle at the end of a Las Vegas Summer League practice at the AdventHealth Training Center, on Monday. (Ricardo Ramirez Buxeda/ Orlando Sentinel)

Magic aim to make most of Las Vegas Summer League, find identity under new staff

By Jason Beede

July 8, 2026 at 2:41 p.m.

Magic Summer League coach D.J. Bakker explained what he hopes Orlando gets out of its...

Chicago center Nikola Vucevic (9) shoots as Orlando forward Paolo Banchero (5) defends during the Chicago Bulls at Orlando Magic NBA game at the Kia Center on Saturday, October 25, 2025. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

Nikola Vucevic on return to Magic: ‘This team has a chance to go deep into the playoffs’

By Matt Murschel

July 6, 2026 at 5:09 p.m.

35-year-old center Nikola Vucevic is back with the Magic, the team he played with for...

New Orlando Magic assistant coaches, left, D.J. Bakker, Riley Crean, center, and Mfon Udofia during a press conference introducing new Magic head coach Sean Sweeney at the AdventHealth Training Center on June 18. (Barrett Walsh/Orlando Sentinel)

Magic keep filling out coaching staff with NBA, G League experience

By Matt Murschel

July 6, 2026 at 2:59 p.m.

Orlando announces 13 members of the coaching and operational staff under new coach Sean Sweeney....

Orlando Magic forward Noah Penda pushes the ball upcourt against the Charlotte Hornets during the second half of an NBA basketball game in Charlotte, N.C., Thursday, Oct. 30, 2025. (AP Photo/Nell Redmond)

Magic summer league roster includes Nelson, Richardson, Penda, some veterans

By Jason Beede

July 2, 2026 at 2:49 p.m.

New Magic assistant coach D.J. Bakker will lead an experienced summer league group in Las...

Ones Basketball League owner Tracy McGrady celebrates with Team Atlanta after they won the Ones Basketball League Battle of the Cities tournament at Oak Ridge High School gym in Orlando, Fla., Wednesday, July 1, 2026. (Willie J. Allen Jr. for the Orlando Sentinel)

Magic legend Tracy McGrady’s Ones Basketball League wraps season on a high note

By Christian Simmons

July 2, 2026 at 10:03 a.m.

The tournament, featuring teams of players representing eight cities, was comprised of a series of...

Izaiyah Nelson (43) runs on the court as Bruce Thornton (77) and Rueben Chinyelu (70) watch during the NBA draft combine in Chicago on May 11. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)

Magic sign 2nd-round pick Nelson, bring back Castleton on two-way deals

By Jason Beede

July 2, 2026 at 1:52 p.m.

By signing second-round pick Izaiyah Nelson to a two-way contract, the Magic leave open one...

Magic forward Jonathan Isaac is pictured before new coach Sean Sweeney's introductory press conference at the AdventHealth Training Center on June 18. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

Magic to sign Jonathan Isaac to new deal after waiving veteran days ago

By Jason Beede

July 1, 2026 at 5:25 p.m.

After waiving Jonathan Isaac over the weekend, the Magic are bringing back the veteran forward...

In 30 regular season games, Jevon Carter averaged 7.2 points, 2.1 rebounds and 2.3 assists per night while carving out his role on the Magic bench. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)

Veteran guard Jevon Carter rejoining Magic in free agency

By Jason Beede

July 1, 2026 at 10:03 p.m.

Jevon Carter's impact was felt on and off the court for Orlando this past season...

Nikola Vucevic is expected to return to the Orlando Magic in free agency after splitting last season with Chicago and Boston. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

Nikola Vucevic returning to Magic in free agency as Moe Wagner departs Orlando

By Jason Beede

July 1, 2026 at 5:27 p.m.

Free agent Nikola Vucevic has agreed on a one-year, $3.9 million deal to return to...

Magic forward Paolo Banchero speaks with the media following NBA Cup practice at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas on Friday. (Jason Beede/Orlando Sentinel)

Magic find out group pairings for upcoming NBA Cup

By Jason Beede

July 2, 2026 at 1:56 p.m.

The Magic will host the Pistons and the Bucks while traveling to the Nets and...

Orlando Magic forward Jamal Cain (8) looks to pass in the first half against the New Orleans Pelicans in an NBA basketball game in New Orleans, Sunday, April 5, 2026. (AP Photo/Ella Hall)

Magic make decision on team option for Orlando’s Jamal Cain

By Jason Beede

June 30, 2026 at 11:34 a.m.

The Magic were facing a league-wide deadline Monday afternoon to make a decision about Jamal...

The Orlando Magic waived forward Jonathan Isaac, left, on Saturday. The 2017 draftee was injured often during his time with the team. The move gives Orlando more salary flexibility and opens a roster spot. (Nick Wass/AP file)

Magic waive veteran forward Jonathan Isaac to open roster spot

By Jason Beede

June 28, 2026 at 1:38 p.m.

By waiving veteran forward Jonathan Isaac, the Magic open up a roster spot and lower...

Orlando Magic forward Jonathan Isaac was the lone player to stand and not wear a "Black Lives Matter" T-shirt during the national anthem in the NBA's COVID "bubble" in 2020 at Disney's Wide World of Sports. (Charles King/Orlando Sentinel)

Bianchi: The numbers say Magic should waive Jonathan Isaac; the heart says don’t

By Mike Bianchi

June 27, 2026 at 1:47 p.m.

Let's not remember J.I. for the games he missed, but for the man he is.

Orlando Magic guard Jase Richardson (11) looks to pass against Charlotte Hornets guard Tre Mann, left, during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Friday, Dec. 26, 2025, in Orlando, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux)

Magic open Las Vegas Summer League schedule against Hornets

By Jason Beede

June 26, 2026 at 2:55 p.m.

The Magic will open Las Vegas Summer League play July 9 vs. Charlotte. Orlando’s full...

The Milwaukee Bucks traded Giannis Antetokounmpo, left, to the Miami Heat for Tyler Herro, right, and a bevy of players and draft picks. (Michael Reave/Getty Images)

Bianchi: Enough already! Giannis deal again leaves Magic stuck in the shadow of the hated Heat

By Mike Bianchi

June 25, 2026 at 11:17 a.m.

The Heat have become a global brand while the Magic remain trapped in a cycle...

South Florida senior Izaiyah Nelson shoots past Clemson's RJ Godfrey (34) during the Reese's NABC College All-Star Game at the Final Four on April 3 in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr)

Magic trade to draft Izaiyah Nelson, but where does he fit in Orlando’s future?

By Jason Beede

June 25, 2026 at 10:56 a.m.

Magic president of basketball operations Jeff Weltman said it was "too soon" to discuss where...

Magic make multiple moves in second round of NBA draft before picking ‘monster’ USF Bull

By Jason Beede

June 25, 2026 at 12:23 a.m.

The Magic made multiple trades Wednesday night in the second round of the NBA draft...

Orlando forward Desmond Bane celebrates during the Milwaukee Bucks at Orlando Magic NBA game at the Kia Center in Orlando on Wednesday, February 11, 2026. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

Magic guard Desmond Bane to serve as ‘chief basketball officer’ for TCU

By Jason Beede

June 23, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

As chief basketball officer, Magic guard Desmond Bane will help out the Horned Frogs as...

Magic president of basketball operations Jeff Weltman speaks during Sean Sweeney's introductory press conference at the AdventHealth Training Center last Thursday. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

NBA draft preview: Magic enter with lone 2nd-rounder but ‘bullish’ on team

By Jason Beede

June 22, 2026 at 6:26 p.m.

The last time the Magic didn't have a first-round draft pick was 2011. Orlando enters...

New Magic head coach Sean Sweeney, left, and Magic president of basketball operations Jeff Weltman walk off the stage following a press conference at the AdventHealth Training Center on Thursday. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

Magic notebook: Sweeney’s experience, Wagner update, staff philosophy

By Jason Beede

June 20, 2026 at 3:14 p.m.

Magic president of basketball operations Jeff Weltman shared more details with the Orlando Sentinel about...

New Magic coach Sean Sweeney, left, and Magic president of basketball operations Jeff Weltman shake hands during Thursday's introductory press conference at the AdventHealth Training Center. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

Magic mention in Giannis trade rumors ‘speaks to the talent on this roster,’ team president says

By Jason Beede

June 19, 2026 at 7:00 p.m.

As recently as Tuesday, ESPN's Ramona Shelburne referred to the Orlando Magic as a "dark...

New Orlando Magic head coach Sean Sweeney, left, gestures beside Magic president Jeff Weltman during Sweeney's introductory news conference Thursday. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

Bianchi: Sean Sweeney comes with the edge the Magic need — and the pressure he can’t escape

By Mike Bianchi

June 19, 2026 at 10:52 a.m.

The Magic didn't hire Sean Sweeney to build something. They hired him to finish something.

New Orlando Magic head coach Sean Sweeney, left, and Magic president of basketball operations Jeff Weltman are pictured during a press conference at the AdventHealth Training Center in Orlando on (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

New Magic coach Sean Sweeney formally introduced: ‘I’m ready for it’

By Jason Beede

June 18, 2026 at 5:54 p.m.

New Magic coach Sean Sweeney laid out his standards Thursday for a young Orlando squad...

New Orlando Magic head coach Sean Sweeney speaks during a press conference at the Orlando Magic AdventHealth Training Center in Orlando on Thursday as part of his introduction. He's already started filling out his coaching staff with three hires. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

New Magic coach Sean Sweeney starting to build first coaching staff

By Jason Beede

June 18, 2026 at 2:53 p.m.

New Magic coach Sean Sweeney, who will be formally introduced on Thursday, is beginning to...

Magic announce 2026 home preseason schedule

By Jason Beede

June 15, 2026 at 12:08 p.m.

Led by new coach Sean Sweeney, the Magic will play two home preseason games in...

Zaid “Zeke” Hearst of Team Washington, D.C., front, goes to the basket against New York’s Hegel “H” Augustin during the Ones Basketball League Standing Six tournament Friday at Oak Ridge High in Orlando. (Special to the Orlando Sentinel/Phelan M. Ebenhack)

T-Mac’s Ones Basketball League draws big crowd for Round 2

By Christian Simmons

June 13, 2026 at 8:30 a.m.

Round 2 of Orlando Magic legend Tracy McGrady's Ones Basketball League drew a packed house...

Designed jointly by the four clubs, the shirt features the iconic "Orlando United" heart along with a ribbon commemorating the anniversary. (Courtesy of Orlando City SC)

Orlando City, Pride, Magic, Solar Bears launch commemorative ‘Orlando United’ T-shirts

By Jason Beede

June 9, 2026 at 5:41 p.m.

All proceeds from the sale of the shirt will be donated to The Center Orlando...

Jameer Nelson, formerly the Philadelphia 76ers' assistant general manager, has been promoted to vice president of basketball operations. (Monica Herndon/The Philadelphia Inquirer/TNS)

Sixers promote ex-Magic All-Star Jameer Nelson to executive VP

By Gina Mizell

June 7, 2026 at 7:14 p.m.

Jameer Nelson, the former Orlando Magic All-Star and 14-year NBA veteran, has been named the...

San Antonio Spurs assistant coach Sean Sweeney reacts a play during the first half of Game 2 of the Western Conference Finals at Paycom Center in Oklahoma City on May 20. (Sam Owens/San Antonio Express-News)

Jeff Weltman shares why Magic hired Spurs’ Sean Sweeney: ‘He is relentless’

By Jason Beede

June 3, 2026 at 12:02 p.m.

Magic president of basketball operations Jeff Weltman said new Orlando coach Sean Sweeney was "really...

Prior to joining the Spurs this season, new Magic coach Sean Sweeney spent four seasons as an assistant coach in Dallas. (Carlos Osorio/AP File)

Magic officially name Sean Sweeney next head coach

By Jason Beede

June 1, 2026 at 12:16 p.m.

Magic president of basketball operations Jeff Weltman said that Sean Sweeney is "grounded in competitiveness...

Before he takes over as head coach of the Magic, Sean Sweeney will try to help the Spurs win the NBA title. San Antonio advanced to the NBA Finals by knocking out the defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder. (Jeff Chiu/AP File)

Incoming Magic coach Sean Sweeney headed to NBA Finals with Spurs

By Jason Beede

May 31, 2026 at 3:45 p.m.

This is Sean Sweeney's second time reaching the NBA Finals as an assistant coach, something...

Magic forward Paolo Banchero collects a rebound against the Detroit Pistons during the first half in Game 6 of a first-round NBA basketball playoff series, Friday, May 1, 2026, in Orlando, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux)

ASK IRA: Can Magic, with Paolo Banchero, trump a Heat bid for Giannis?

By Ira Winderman

May 31, 2026 at 6:05 a.m.

Have the Orlando Magic made themselves players in the Giannis Antetokounmpo chase?

Sean Sweeney, right, has spent this season serving as the associate head coach for Mitch Johnson and the Spurs. (Steph Chambers/Getty Images)

5 things to know about future Orlando Magic coach Sean Sweeney

By Jason Beede

May 30, 2026 at 4:13 p.m.

Sean Sweeney has spent more than a decade as an assistant coach in the NBA...

Most NBA insiders are saying the Orlando Magic’s hiring of Sean Sweeney as new head coach is pointing the team in the right direction. Sweeney is associate head coach in San Antonio and has helped turn the Spurs into championship contenders. (Abbie Parr/AP file)

Bianchi: Billy Donovan a better story, but Sean Sweeney is probably a better hire for Magic

By Mike Bianchi

May 29, 2026 at 6:41 p.m.

Orlando Magic can't win a playoff series, but at least they won the coaching carousel...

Spurs associate head coach Sean Sweeney, left, will become the Orlando Magic's head coach once San Antonio's postseason is finished. He was hired this season by Spurs coach Mitch Johnson, right. The pair have helped the team reach Saturday night's Game 7 of the Western Conference Finals against defending champion Oklahoma City. (Alex Slitz/Getty Images)

Magic finalizing agreement to hire Spurs assistant Sean Sweeney as new coach

By Jason Beede

May 29, 2026 at 4:38 p.m.

The search for the next head coach of the Orlando Magic is coming to a...

Philadelphia 76ers assistant GM Jameer Nelson, left, talks with VJ Edgecombe before a playoff game in early May. Nelson, a former All-Star guard with the Magic, is a finalist to be Philly's next president of basketball operations. (Monica Herndon/The Philadelphia Inquirer/TNS)

Ex-Magic guard Jameer Nelson a finalist for top exec job in Philadelphia

By Gina Mizell

May 29, 2026 at 9:00 a.m.

Jameer Nelson, who played for the Magic, is a finalist for the 76ers president of...

Orlando Magic guard Anthony Black, right, talks to journalists at the Planet Fitness on Gore Street in Orlando to celebrate the start of Planet Fitness’ High School Summer Pass program. Anthony’s younger brother, Beckham Black, left, the No. 1 ranked high school point guard in the country at Southeastern Prep, joined him for the event on Tuesday, May 26, 2026. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

Joined by brother, Magic’s Anthony Black discusses extension, Mosley firing

By Jason Beede

May 27, 2026 at 12:09 p.m.

Flanked by his younger brother Beckham Black on Tuesday, Magic guard Anthony Black spoke to...

Jeff Van Gundy interviewed for the Magic's open head coach job. He has served as an assistant coach for the Los Angeles Clippers for two seasons. (Aaron Gash/AP Photo)

Magic coaching search: Jeff Van Gundy interviewed as candidates emerge

By Jason Beede

May 22, 2026 at 3:24 p.m.

At least one candidate has interviewed with the Magic as Orlando advances its coaching search...

From left to right, Orlando Squeeze players Federico Staksrud, Milan Rane, Yates Johnson, Lacy Schneemann, Jack Sock and Alex Walker surround team mascot Lil' Squeezy on a pickleball court at Hamlin House in downtown Orlando. (Courtesy of Orlando Squeeze)

Meet the Squeeze: Orlando’s pro pickleball team taking sport by storm

By Jason Beede

May 22, 2026 at 5:00 a.m.

Competing in Major League Pickleball, there's something different about the Orlando Squeeze. The team is...

Orlando Magic coach Jamahl Mosley smiles after watching a play on the court during the first half of an NBA basketball game against the Milwaukee Bucks, on April 14, 2024, in Orlando. (John Raoux/Associated Press)

Mike Bianchi: Orlando Magic fans should root for Jamahl Mosley

By Mike Bianchi

May 19, 2026 at 1:17 p.m.

Rooting against Jamahl Mosley would ignore everything he did for the Orlando Magic franchise.

Former Magic coach Jamahl Mosley went 189-221 in five regular seasons in Orlando. (AP Photo/Duane Burleson)

New Orleans Pelicans hire former Magic coach Jamahl Mosley

By Jason Beede

May 18, 2026 at 9:09 p.m.

Jamahl Mosley went just two weeks without a job. The former Magic coach was fired...

Team D.C’s AB Camara (2) lays the ball up on Orlando’s Bryce Moragne, (0) during Tracy McGrady's Ones Basketball League event at Oak Ridge High School on Friday night. (Willie J. Allen Jr./For the Orlando Sentinel)

Magic legend Tracy McGrady relaunches 1-on-1 league with competitive opener

By Jason Beede

May 16, 2026 at 5:05 p.m.

The one-on-one basketball games were coached by NBA legends such as Vince Carter and Muggsy...

Stephen Mervis first joined the Magic in October 2014 and spent the past two years as an assistant general manager. (Courtesy of Orlando Magic)

Longtime member of Magic front office departing Orlando for Bulls

By Jason Beede

May 14, 2026 at 1:33 p.m.

Stephen Mervis spent the last 12 years with the Magic and was promoted to be...

Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (20) scores past Orlando forward Paolo Banchero (left) during the Oklahoma Thunder at Orlando Magic NBA game at the Kia Center in Orlando on March 17. After the Magic were bounced from the playoffs in the first round, the Thunder have looked unstoppable. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

Bianchi: Sigh! Magic trying to build a contender, but Thunder are building a dynasty

By Mike Bianchi

May 14, 2026 at 10:54 a.m.

The Thunder treat injuries like speed bumps; the Magic treat them like meteor strikes.

Magic guard Anthony Black (0) is eligible to sign a rookie contract extension this summer. (AP Photo/Duane Burleson)

On top of hiring new coach, Magic face key questions in offseason | Analysis

By Jason Beede

May 19, 2026 at 12:36 p.m.

Beyond hiring a new head coach, there are major questions facing the Magic that need...

Shaquille O'Neal smiles as he is inducted into the Orlando Magic Hall of Fame in 2015. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

Forget 2026 NBA draft lottery: A look back at Magic’s historic success (luck?)

By Scott Turick

May 11, 2026 at 2:50 p.m.

The Magic were not involved in the 2026 NBA draft lottery Sunday, but Orlando has...

Magic players, from left: Franz Wagner, Jamal Cain, and Moe Wagner are dejected as they watch from the bench during Game 6 of Orlando's first-round playoff series against Detroit. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

Jeff Weltman, Magic to evaluate ‘everything’ this summer, including medical issues

By Jason Beede

May 9, 2026 at 8:30 a.m.

Magic president of basketball operations Jeff Weltman said Orlando will evaluate everything from "scouting to...

Pistons guard Duncan Robinson (55) leaps to control the ball beside Magic teammates Desmond Bane (3) and Wendell Carter Jr. (34) during Game 6 last Friday inside Kia Center. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

Jeff Weltman points to what Magic need beyond new coach this offseason

By Jason Beede

May 7, 2026 at 12:55 p.m.

Magic president Jeff Weltman believes Orlando improved this year, but pointed towards what the roster...

Tom Thibodeau was fired by the New York Knicks last summer but brings proven experience to his next NBA job. Will it be with the Magic? (AP Photo/Duane Burleson)

Who could the Magic hire as the next coach? Names to know in the Orlando search

By Jason Beede

May 6, 2026 at 7:00 a.m.

Magic president of basketball operations Jeff Weltman said Monday the Orlando organization has already heard...

Billy Donovan, then 42, was the Orlando Magic's coach for brief time in 2007 before he changed his mind the following day and returned to the University of Florida. (Red Huber/Orlando Sentinel)

Bianchi: Nearly 20 years later, it’s time for Magic and Billy Donovan to run it back!

By Mike Bianchi

May 5, 2026 at 11:48 a.m.

Two decades after Billy Donovan backed out on the Orlando Magic, this is the perfect...

Jamahl Mosley went 189-221 in five seasons as the Magic's head coach. He was fired Monday. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

A spot in Orlando Magic history: What will new coach add to this lineup?

By Scott Turick

May 5, 2026 at 10:21 a.m.

With Jamahl Mosley's firing Monday after five seasons, the Orlando Magic are looking for its...

Magic president of basketball operations Jeff Weltman speaks with the media inside the AdventHealth Training Center on Monday, hours after firing coach Jamahl Mosley. (Jason Beede/Orlando Sentinel)

Jeff Weltman hints at what Magic coaching search might look like

By Jason Beede

May 4, 2026 at 8:59 p.m.

Magic president of basketball operations Jeff Weltman spoke to the media after firing coach Jamahl...

Disappointed Orlando Magic head coach Jamahl Mosley during Game 7 loss to the Detroit Pistons on Sunday. Mosley was fired on Monday. (Nic Antaya/Getty Images)

Bianchi: Jamahl Mosley didn’t deserve to be fired by the Magic — but that’s the NBA way

By Mike Bianchi

May 4, 2026 at 4:38 p.m.

If Franz Wagner had stayed healthy, the Magic would have beaten the Pistons and Jamahl...

Orlando Magic NBA draft picks Paolo Banchero (5) and Caleb Houstan (2) are introduced during a press conference at the Amway Center in Orlando on June 24, 2022. Orlando Magic president of basketball operations Jeff Weltman is at left and head coach Jamahl Mosley is at right. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

Pictures: Jamahl Mosley’s time as head coach of Orlando Magic

By Wesley Alden

May 4, 2026 at 10:15 a.m.

Jamahl Mosley was dismissed as head coach of the Orlando Magic, President of Basketball Operations...

Jamahl Mosley served as coach of the Orlando Magic for five seasons. (Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)

Magic fire Jamahl Mosley after third straight first-round exit: ‘Time for a new perspective’

By Jason Beede

May 4, 2026 at 4:35 p.m.

Jamahl Mosley's tenure as coach of the Magic came to a close Monday morning after...

Magic president of basketball operations Jeff Weltman has been with Orlando since 2017. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

Magic president Jeff Weltman’s contract was extended during regular season

By Jason Beede

May 4, 2026 at 4:32 p.m.

Magic president of basketball operations Jeff Weltman agreed to a contract extension in the regular...

Magic forward Paolo Banchero was brutally honest following Orlando's loss in Game 7 on Sunday in Detroit after once holding a 3-1 series lead. “It’s frustrating being in the same spot three years in a row and getting the same result,” Banchero said afterward. (Nic Antaya/Getty Images)

Paolo Banchero on Magic’s future as season ends bitterly: ‘We’ve got to be better’

By Jason Beede

May 4, 2026 at 2:05 p.m.

Magic forward Paolo Banchero didn't mince words Sunday in Detroit when speaking about Orlando's third...

Paolo Banchero #5 and Jalen Suggs #4 of the Orlando Magic show their disappointment during the fourth quarter of Sunday's blowout loss to the Detroit Pistons in Game 7 of the two teams' first-round playoff series. (Photo by Nic Antaya/Getty Images)

Bianchi: Magic’s monumental meltdown in Game 6 led to Game 7 blowout – and could lead to coach Jamahl Mosley’s ouster

By Mike Bianchi

May 3, 2026 at 10:14 p.m.

Paolo Banchero's belief in Coach Jamahl Mosley will play a major factor in whether Mosley...

Magic forward Paolo Banchero, left, drives against Pistons guard Cade Cunningham, right, during the first half of Game 7 Sunday in Detroit. (AP Photo/Duane Burleson)

Beede’s Breakdown: Magic blow 3-1 series lead as season ends with Game 7 loss in Detroit

By Jason Beede

May 3, 2026 at 10:57 p.m.

Paolo Banchero scored 38 points but the Magic saw their season come to a close...

Pistons guard Cade Cunningham (2) shoots past Magic guard Anthony Black (bottom) and Orlando center Wendell Carter Jr. (34) during Friday's Game 6 inside Kia Center. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

History not on Magic’s side in Game 7 at Detroit, but belief is still there

By Jason Beede

May 2, 2026 at 3:37 p.m.

Nothing about this season has come easy for the Magic and that's not changing Sunday...

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