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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 .
The Pistons can't repeat the Magic's mistake when trading for Desmond Bane.
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 .
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 […]
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 ...
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 […]
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 .
Here is the Magic’s projected starting lineup and rotation for 2026-27, plus whether this core is finally ready to break through in the East.
This could be the end of Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner as Magic co-stars. How should the franchise approach a break-up?
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 .
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...
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 [...]
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...
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...
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...
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...
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 […] The post Magic’s STUFF wins third NBA Mascot of Year award, strengthens GOAT case appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Pascal Siakam has a championship ring, a lengthy playoff résumé and a habit of actually being available. Apparently, that gets him eighth place. A recent HoopsHype ranking placed the Pacers veteran eighth among NBA power forwards. Giannis Antetokounmpo led the list, followed by Jalen Johnson, Scottie Barnes, Evan Mobley, LeBron James, Paolo Banchero and Zion Williamson. The placement drew some understandable pushback from Alex Golden of NBA On SI. Golden argued that if the goal were winning a ...
Here is a three-team mock trade that sends Jalen Suggs to the Suns, Jalen Green to the Heat, and gives the Magic more shooting.
A veteran forward has suddenly become a sought-after talent as the Miami Heat, the New York Knicks, the Orlando Magic, and the Toronto Raptors are reportedly eyeing him in free agency. The Minnesota Timberwolves recently waived John Konchar after acquiring him in a trade with the Utah Jazz. He went to the Timberwolves along with […] The post NBA rumors: Heat, Knicks, Magic, Raptors linked to free agent waived by Timberwolves after trade appeared first on ClutchPoints .
John Konchar has drawn interest from the Miami Heat, New York Knicks, Orlando Magic and Toronto Raptors, according to Marc Stein of The Stein Line. Konchar became a free agent after the Minnesota Timberwolves waived him and used the stretch provision on his contract. Minnesota acquired the 30-year-old from the Utah Jazz as part of […] The post John Konchar eyed by Heat, Knicks, Magic and Raptors appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
John Konchar has drawn interest from four Eastern Conference teams. Now one of them has to find the money and roster space to sign him. The Heat, Magic and Raptors have joined the Knicks in monitoring Konchar, according to Marc Stein of The Stein Line. Konchar, 29, spent most of his seven NBA seasons with Memphis before being moved twice this offseason. Utah sent him and Cody Williams to Minnesota last month, and the Timberwolves subsequently waived him. He has never averaged more than 5.1 poi...
John Konchar has drawn interest from four Eastern Conference teams. Now one of them has to find the money and roster space to sign him. The Heat, Magic and Raptors have joined the Knicks in monitoring Konchar, according to Marc Stein of The Stein Line. Konchar, 29, spent most of his seven NBA seasons with […] The post John Konchar drawing interest from Heat, Magic, Raptors, Knicks appeared first on Hoops Wire .
The New York Knicks are facing significant competition for their well-known free-agency target ahead of next NBA season. Per NBA insider Marc Stein, the Knicks are in the mix alongside the Miami Heat, Orlando Magic, and the Toronto Raptors for John Konchar. "John Konchar is one of the top free agents available and has drawn interest, league sources say, from Miami, New York, Orlando and Toronto," the report noted. Raptors limited in signing John Konchar All three of the Knicks, Magic, and Heat...
Confirming that John Konchar is among the free agents the Knicks are considering, Marc Stein of The Stein Line (Substack link) reports that the veteran wing has also received interest from at least three other Eastern Conference teams. According to Stein, the Heat, Magic, and Raptors also have an eye on Konchar. A seven-year veteran […]