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How to listen to Celtics vs. Magic?

Everything you need to know to listen to the live broadcast of Celtics vs. Magic in the 2025 NBA Tournament.

Ishika Dadhwal

Magic Hall of Famer makes bold prediction for Celtics series in NBA Playoffs

There's a bit of bias here, but still.

Billy Heyen

Explaining Boston's first-round opponent in the NBA Playoffs

Who will the Celtics play to open the 2025 NBA Playoffs? Here's everything to know about Boston's first-round opponent and how the matchup came to be.

Gilbert McGregor

Magic's Cole Anthony delivers magical night in clutchest performance of NBA career

Cole Anthony took advantage of the stage.

Billy Heyen

Where is Moritz Wagner? Franz's brother missing out on Magic playoff pursuit

The big German brothers are one of the NBA's cooler duos.

Billy Heyen

Is the NBA Play-In Tournament a single elimination format?

The tournament runs Tuesday through Friday.

Morgan Moriarty

Updated results, TV schedule for NBA Play-In Tournament bracket

The Sporting News is tracking live scores and highlights from the 2025 NBA Play-In Tournament as eight teams will battle for four playoff spots.

Daniel Chavkin

Magic vs. Hawks Play-In prediction: Odds, betting advice and top props

The Magic and Hawks square off in Orlando on Tuesday in the Eastern Conference's portion of the NBA Play-In Tournament. Here are the full odds, as well as the Sporting News' best bets, top props and final score prediction.

Sloan Piva

Magic dunk king Mac McClung is putting up video-game numbers in G League playoffs

Maybe Mac deserves an NBA look.

Billy Heyen

Why Magic legend Dwight Howard was chosen for Basketball Hall of Fame

Dwight Howard is an all-time great.

Billy Heyen

Revisiting Jason Richardson's basketball career with Michigan State, Warriors, and Suns

The former NBA star spent 13 seasons in the league.

Daniel Chavkin

Best reactions to Mac McClung's 2025 Dunk Contest performance

McClung got fans, along with current and former NBA players, talking on social media as he won his third consecutive Dunk Contest on Saturday.

Daniel Mader

How Mac McClung joined Nate Robinson with another Dunk Contest title

Mac McClung has gone three-for-three in Dunk Contests.

Daniel Mader

Breaking down Mac McClung's incredible vertical

Here is how high Magic guard Mac McClung can jump.

Teddy Ricketson

How Mac McClung compares to best NBA dunkers of all-time

The undersized guard has had some impressive Dunk Contest showings, cementing himself among the most athletic dunkers the NBA has ever seen.

Daniel Mader

Dunk contest 2025 predictions: Why Stephon Castle will beat Mac McClung

The Sporting News dives into the odds for the 2025 Dunk Contest at NBA All-Star weekend, analyzing the value and dishing out the best bet to come away with the Dr. J Trophy.

Sloan Piva

Paolo Banchero nearing return from oblique injury

Paolo Banchero's dream start to the 2024-25 campaign was brought to a swift and sudden halt five games in.

David Suggs

Raptors vs. Magic prediction, best bets & top props for Friday

Scottie Barnes and the Raptors host Jalen Suggs and the Magic on Friday night. The Sporting News has you covered with odds, betting advice and player prop bets for this Eastern Conference tilt in Toronto.

Sloan Piva

Franz Wagner expected to miss weeks with core injury

The fourth-year forward is having an All-Star caliber season

Daniel Chavkin

Where to watch Cavaliers vs. Magic Game 7

Find out everything you need to know ahead of Cavaliers vs. Magic Game 7.

Zain Bando

Cavaliers vs. Magic schedule: Updated scores, results & more

Here is everything you need to know about Cavaliers vs. Magic, including tipoff times and TV and streaming information for each game of the series.

Zain Bando

What channel is Cavaliers vs. Magic on today?

Here is everything you need to know about Cavaliers vs. Magic, including TV and streaming options for the game.

Zain Bando

What channel is Cavaliers vs. Magic on today?

Here is everything you need to know about Cavaliers vs. Magic, including TV and streaming options for the game.

Zain Bando

What channel is Cavs vs. Magic on today?

Here is everything you need to know about Cavs vs. Magic, including TV and streaming options for the game.

Zain Bando

How to watch Cavs-Magic Game 3

The Cavs lead the series 2-0 over the Magic. Here's everything you need to be able to watch Game 3 in Orlando on Thursday night.

Zain Bando

Latest injury updates on Magic guard Jalen Suggs

The Magic already faced an uphill battle in their playoff series against the Cavaliers before Suggs' injury.

Dan Treacy

What channel is Cavaliers vs. Magic Game 2 on today?

Here is everything you need to know ahead of Game 2 of the first-round series between the Cavaliers and Magic.

Todd Karpovich

What channel is Cavaliers vs. Magic on today?

Here is everything you need to know ahead of Game 1 of the first-round series between the Cavaliers and Magic.

Zain Bando

Shaquille O'Neal calls Magic jersey retirement 'most special' moment

The former NBA big man becomes the first player to have his number retired by the Orlando Magic.

Bryan Murphy

Grading Pascal Siakam's potential fit on Magic

Should the Magic trade for Pascal Siakam? The Sporting News takes a closer look at what he'd bring to Orlando.

Scott Rafferty

Who are the best players Raptors could get in a Pascal Siakam trade?

Raptors All-Star Pascal Siakam has been linked to the Hawks, Pacers and Magic in trade rumors. Who are the best players Toronto could get from each team?

Kyle Irving

Magic draft picks 2023: Who did Orlando pick?

The Magic selected two bright young stars with picks No. 6 and No. 11 in 2023 NBA Draft.

Joseph Corr

Why do the Magic have the Bulls' NBA Draft pick?

Orlando acquired the rights to Chicago's first round pick in the Nikola Vucevic trade at the 2021 trade deadline.

Sam Jarden

SN NBA Awards 2023: MVP, All-International Team & more

67 international media members from 19 countries voted on Most Valuable Player, All-International Teams, Best Young Player, Defensive Player of the Year, Rookie of the Year and Coach of the Year.

Micah Adams

Knicks vs. Magic odds, picks, predictions, props

We break down Thursday night's Knicks-Magic matchup, providing our best bet and favorite player prop bet for this nationally televised contest.

Jovan Alford

Suns vs. Magic odds, picks, predictions, props

We break down Thursday night's Suns-Magic matchup, providing our best bet and favorite player prop bet for this East-West showdown.

Sloan Piva

Rookie of the Year Ladder: Banchero, Mathurin in two-man race

Magic forward Paolo Banchero and Pacers guard Bennedict Mathurin are starting to separate themselves from the pack for Rookie of the Year.

Kyle Irving

Killian Hayes, Mo Wagner suspended for fight in Pistons-Magic game

On Wednesday, Mo Wagner, Killian Hayes and Hamidou Diallo were ejected after a fight broke out during the Pistons-Magic game.

Benyam Kidane

What Magic are saying about Bol Bol, a basketball 'unicorn'

For all of the hype surrounding Victor Wembanyama, who will likely be the No. 1 pick in the 2023 NBA Draft, Bol Bol is doing some similar things. At least, that's what his teammates think.

Stephen Noh

Here's why the Bulls may not have their 2023 first-round pick

The Bulls have been one of the most underwhelming teams in the NBA this season and even if they decide to blow it up, they may not have their 2023 first-round pick. Here's why.

Kyle Irving

KD, Bol Bol trade buckets down the stretch in battle of 7-footers

Kevin Durant and Bol Bol went toe-to-toe down the stretch as the seven-footers traded pull-up jumpers and 3-pointers at Barclays Center.

Benyam Kidane

Paolo Banchero, Bennedict Mathurin headline early two-man ROY race

While Banchero will miss the second of two back-to-back meetings between Orlando and Indiana, the meeting of the two best rookies' respective teams is the perfect time to take stock of the current odds to win Rookie of the Year for the 2022-23 season.

Gilbert McGregor

NBA Rookie Ladder: Banchero, Mathurin emerge as early leaders

Through the first 10-plus games of the 2022 rookie class, Paolo Banchero and Bennedict Mathurin look head and shoulders above their competition.

Kyle Irving

Paolo Banchero joins LeBron James with historic NBA debut

Banchero's stats show that he didn't just have the best debut among the players in his class — he had one of the best debut performances in recent memory.

Jordan Greer

Southeast Division Preview: Best team, biggest X-factor and more

Will the Heat continue their run of dominance? Or can another team knock Miami down the division standings?

Jordan Greer

Which NBA rookie will get the biggest shoe deal? Magic's Paolo Banchero leads 2022 draft class

What shoe deals do the top lottery picks in the draft get?

Nick Metallinos

Banchero vs. Holmgren headlines rookie matchups to watch

With the announcement of the 2022-23 NBA schedule, we're one step closer to seeing the 2022 rookie class take the floor.

Kyle Irving

Holmgren, Banchero put on a show at the CrawsOver

The top two picks in the 2022 NBA Draft teamed up at Jamal Crawford's CrawsOver, combining for 84 points as they led the Sonics to victory.

Benyam Kidane

Green predicts stardom for Magic rookie Banchero

It's clear Paolo Banchero has a fan in four-time champion Draymond Green.

Scott Rafferty

The good and the bad from Banchero's Summer League

It's only Summer League, but there's a lot to be excited about from Paolo Banchero's time in Las Vegas.

Scott Rafferty

Paolo Banchero has impressive Summer League debut

The NBA world got a first look at No. 1 overall draft pick Paolo Banchero at Las Vegas Summer League.

Nick Metallinos

Which rebuilding team has the best young core?

As rosters begin to shape out for next season, which franchise has the best young core for the future?

Kyle Irving

Banchero vs. Holmgren headlines top Summer League matchups

With all 30 teams in action, the biggest names from the 2022 NBA Draft are set to take the floor, including top three picks Paolo Banchero, Chet Holmgren and Jabari Smith Jr.

Gilbert McGregor

NBA Draft grades 2022: Ranking all 30 teams on draft night

The 2022 NBA Draft has come and gone. Which franchise had the most successful draft night?

Kyle Irving

Shaq outlines plan to get back into NBA ownership

After being selected first overall by the Magic in 1992, Shaquille O'Neal is looking to get back involved with the franchise 30 years later.

Gilbert McGregor

Magic draft picks 2022: When does Orlando pick?

Where do the Orlando Magic land in the draft order? Here is everything you need to know ahead of the 2022 NBA Draft.

Ananth Pandian

Paolo Banchero NBA Draft timeline: Magic blow up mock drafts by selecting Duke star

Banchero didn't even have an official visit or go through a workout with the Magic during the pre-draft process.

Jordan Greer

Who should the Magic take with the No. 1 pick?

The Magic are picking first in the NBA Draft for the fourth time in their history. They've had a good record so far selecting impact players. Can they do it again?

Nick Metallinos

How Jaden Ivey compares to Ja Morant and Derrick Rose

Purdue guard Jaden Ivey fits a mold of dynamic athlete that basically hasn't failed in the past two decades of NBA competition.

Mike DeCourcy

Who are the top 10 forwards in the 2022 NBA Draft?

The 2022 NBA Draft class is deep with forwards and wings who are ready to make an impact at the next level.

Kyle Irving

Who are the top 10 guards in the 2022 NBA Draft?

The 2022 NBA Draft has more than a handful of guards worth knowing ahead of draft night.

Kyle Irving

'Lucky' Jamahl Mosley helped Magic get the No. 1 pick at the 2022 NBA Draft Lottery

Mosley hadn't planned on being Orlando's representative at the lottery. But after a late change, the coach took the reins and helped the Magic get the No. 1 pick.

David Suggs

Raptors hold off Magic for fifth straight win, close in on top four seed in East standings

The Raptors, who led by as many as 22 points in the win over the Magic, are now 1.5 games back of the fourth-place 76ers.

Gilbert McGregor

Toronto Raptors vs. Orlando Magic: Game preview, TV channel, start time, injury report

With six games remaining in their season, the Raptors hold a 2.5 game lead over the Cavaliers for the No. 6 seed.

Scott Rafferty

When is the 2022 NBA Draft Lottery? TV channel, odds & more to watch pick order reveal

Here is a guide to everything you need to know about the 2022 NBA Draft Lottery, including the TV channel, start time and every team's percentage odds to win the No. 1 overall pick.

Ananth Pandian

Draymond Green slams Warriors' effort after third-straight loss: 'We're playing soft'

The Warriors were outscored 29-16 in the fourth quarter against the lowly Magic, losing their third straight. And Draymond Green is not happy about it.

Benyam Kidane

Magic Johnson, LeBron James among NBA players on Twitter in awe of Kyrie Irving's scoring explosion in Orlando

Kyrie Irving put on a show in Orlando, pouring in 60 points to set a new career-high and Nets franchise record. NBA players, past and present took to Twitter in awe of his basketball wizardry.

Benyam Kidane

Most 60-point games in NBA history: Nets' Kyrie Irving explodes for career-high and franchise record 60 points

Kyrie Irving becomes 32nd player in NBA history to score 60 points, setting a new career-high as well as the most points scored in a single game in Nets franchise history.

Benyam Kidane

Cole Anthony, Magic hand Raptors their second consecutive loss

For the second consecutive night, the Toronto Raptors suffered a home loss to an opponent that sits towards the bottom of the Eastern Conference standings, falling 103-97 to the Orlando Magic.

Gilbert McGregor

Grizzlies' Ja Morant is delivering a career's worth of highlights in one season

On a nightly basis, Ja Morant is a threat to turn in the highlight of the night, whether it's a gravity-defying dunk, an ankle-shattering crossover or an algorithm-altering buzzer-beater.

Gilbert McGregor

Markelle Fultz injury update: Magic guard set to make return vs. Pacers

Fultz missed all but eight games last season after suffering a torn left ACL in January 2021.

Jordan Greer

Vinsanity Scale: Grading Jaylen Brown's poster dunk

The Boston Celtics guard quietened the Amway Center with the monster poster dunk over Magic big man Mo Bamba.

Benyam Kidane

Surging Celtics continue red-hot playoff push, win sixth straight with blowout win against Nets

Courtesy of their 126-91 win in Brooklyn, the Boston Celtics have won 13 of their last 17 games. All of a sudden, they have found themselves tied for the seventh seed in the East and just 0.5 games behind the sixth-seeded Toronto Raptors.

Nick Metallinos

Vinsanity Scale: Grading Jalen Suggs' poster jam

Orlando Magic rookie Jalen Suggs had the home crowd hyped as he took off for an emphatic poster dunk against the Chicago Bulls.

Benyam Kidane

NBA honours Dr. King's life and legacy

From pregame addresses to halftime performances, Dr. Martin Luther King was honoured throughout the NBA action on the holiday.

Gilbert McGregor

All-Star Moment of the Night: LaMelo's must-see highlight sequence

Even though the Hornets lost the game against the Magic, LaMelo Ball provided a few "wow" highlights that were worthy of being selected as our All-Star Moment of the Night.

Nick Metallinos

Wagner, Giddey named Rookies of the Month

The standout rookies take home the honors for the month of December.

NBA.com Staff

Penny recounts MJ wearing his sneakers in 1995

In Game 3 of the 1995 Eastern Conference Semifinals, the great Michael Jordan, for the first and only time in his NBA career, wore a Player Exclusive of a shoe that wasn't his in a game - Hardaway's NIKE Air Flight Ones.

Yash Matange

Penny recounts MJ wearing his sneakers in 1995

In Game 3 of the 1995 Eastern Conference Semifinals, the great Michael Jordan, for the first and only time in his NBA career, wore a Player Exclusive of a shoe that wasn't his in a game - Hardaway's NIKE Air Flight Ones.

Yash Matange

Best all-time games on Christmas

From Wilt Chamberlain's 50-point, 30-rebound double-double in 1961 to Kyrie Irving's game-winner in 2016 and everything in between.

Kyle Irving

Why the Raptors and Magic aren't playing tonight

The Raptors were scheduled to play the Magic on Monday, but it was one of five games postponed by the NBA over the weekend.

Scott Rafferty

Magic-Raptors among five postponements

The next games for the Cavaliers, Magic and Nets as well as the next two games for the Nets have been postponed, the NBA announced.

Official Release

What channel is Warriors vs. Blazers on tonight?

Wednesday night will be the second of three matchups during the 2021-22 season between the Warriors and Blazers.

Yash Matange

Magic's Suggs (thumb) to miss extended time

Jalen Suggs will miss "an extended period of time" after suffering a fractured thumb in the Magic's loss to the 76ers.

Benyam Kidane

Suggs to miss several weeks with fractured thumb

Suggs appeared to injure his thumb late in the fourth quarter against the 76ers and was later diagnosed with a fractured thumb.

Benyam Kidane

Kevin Durant (shoulder) available vs. Cavaliers

Kevin Durant recently told the media that it's an injury he's been playing through and getting treatment on.

Scott Rafferty

Durant (shoulder) available vs. Cavaliers

Kevin Durant recently told the media that it's an injury he's been playing through and getting treatment on.

Scott Rafferty

By the Numbers: Giannis makes history, again

In just 30 minutes, Giannis Antetokounmpo stuffed the stat sheet with 32 points, 20 rebounds and five assists, creating history along the way.

Benyam Kidane

Saturday's top highlights and best performers

Nine games on Saturday night included a historic performance by the reigning Finals MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo as eight of the nine home teams recorded wins. In case you missed any of the action, here's a recap with the best game, top performance and highlight from the slate.

NBA.com Staff

The numbers behind Giannis' historic 30-20 game

Giannis Antetokounmpo poured in 32 points, 20 rebounds and five assists in just 30 minutes against the Orlando Magic, rewriting the record books along the way.

Benyam Kidane

On This Date: Shaq's legendary triple-double

This iconic performance is one of only two triple-doubles that O'Neal recorded in a career that spanned 1,423 games.

Yash Matange

Friday's top highlights and best performers

An exciting nine-game slate provided plenty of action and thrilling performances headlined by the marquee contest between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Boston Celtics. In case you missed anything, we got you covered with the best game, top performers and the final scores.

NBA.com Staff

Wednesday's (ET) best game, top fantasy performers

A huge 11-game slate filled the NBA schedule, with plenty of highlight performances to go around, headlined by the marquee contest in Milwaukee between the two most recent NBA Champions in the Bucks and Lakers.

Yash Matange

Monday's best game, top fantasy performers

A huge 10-game slate filled the NBA schedule, with plenty of highlight performances to go around. Catch up on the best game, highlight and fantasy performances from another busy day around the league including big nights for Luka Doncic, Nikola Jokic, Devin Booker and many more.

Kane Pitman

Saturday's best game & top fantasy performers

Saturday's seven-game slate served up plenty of big performances! If you missed any of the action, we've got you covered with the best game, highlight, performance, fantasy performers and more below.

Benyam Kidane

Sunday's best game & top fantasy performers

An exciting eight games cap-off the first week of November as the NBA schedule slowly heads towards its first holiday - Thanksgiving. Catch up on all the news, scores and highlights right here.

NBA.com Staff

Wednesday's best game & top fantasy performers

What a night of hoops it was around the NBA with eleven games on the slate. Three games where decided by one possession, with monster performances across the league. Catch up on all the news, scores and highlights right here.

Kane Pitman

How did Cunningham look in his NBA debut?

In 19 minutes of action, Cade Cunningham recorded two points, seven rebounds and two assists as the Pistons secured their first win of the season

Benyam Kidane

Trail Blazers big W vs. Clippers headline Friday's (ET) slate

This was a fun night around the NBA. We had rookie battles, vintage veteran performances and statement wins. If you missed any of the action check in here for the scores, highlights and best performances of the night.

Kane Pitman

Raps escape late rally to defeat Magic

Whew, that was close. The Raptors survived a late 11-0 run from the Magic to win back-to-back games for the first time this season. This was an entertaining matchup all round, with the rookie battle between Scottie Barnes and Jalen Suggs living up to the billing.

Kane Pitman

Raptors survive late scare to top Magic

The first highly-anticipated matchup between No. 4 overall pick Scottie Barnes and No. 5 overall pick Jalen Suggs didn't disappoint, with both rookies putting up impressive performances. Check in here if you missed any of the action.

Game Preview: Can the Raptors make it two in a row at home?

The Raptors host the Magic on Friday night, giving fans a chance to see Scottie Barnes vs. Jalen Suggs for the first time this season.

Carlan Gay

Barnes, Suggs will forever be linked through NBA Draft

The Raptors shocked the NBA world when they selected Scottie Barnes over Jalen Suggs with the No. 4 pick in the 2021 NBA Draft. The pick immediately added another tandem to a long list of players who will forever be linked through the draft.

Kyle Irving

Tatum's big night highlights thrilling night of action

Nine games filled the slate on Monday night (ET), as the Chicago Bulls and Charlotte Hornets looked to remain undefeated in the early going. If you missed any of the action jump in right here for all the news, highlights and recaps of the day's play.

Kane Pitman

Why Dwight Howard was major snub on NBA 75 list

Howard should have been on the NBA 75 list. He wasn't — probably because of things that have nothing to do with basketball.

Jordan Greer

Highlights, final scores from Wednesday's action

An entertaining opening night was followed by an action-packed 11-game slate on Day 2 of the NBA's 75th anniversary season. Follow along for all your final scores, stats, news, highlights and top fantasy performers from each game.

Yash Matange

What to watch on League Pass tonight

The 2021-22 NBA season is underway and there are 11 games of action with 22 teams making their season debut. We have you covered with the perfect plan of attack to consume as many games as possible.

Kyle Irving

Top performers, highlights from Day 11 of preseason

Day 11 of the preseason provided seven games on the slate, with game winning jump shots, highlight reel dunks and big time individual performances throughout. If you missed any of the action we've got you covered with scores, highlights and news from the days play.

Kane Pitman

Top performers, highlights from Day 8 of preseason

The 2021-22 NBA preseason continued on Sunday (ET) with a short slate of four games, headlined by the late game between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Phoenix Suns at the STAPLES Center.

NBA.com Staff

The rebuild begins in Orlando

The Magic made the playoffs in back-to-back seasons in 2019 and 2020 but both appearances resulted in first-round exits. After trading Nikola Vucevic and Aaron Gordon at last year's deadline, the franchise has entered full rebuild mode around a promising young core.

Kyle Irving

Magic depth chart for 2021-22 season

After trading All-Star center Nikola Vucevic and former top-five pick Aaron Gordon at last year's trade deadline, the Magic have entered a rebuild with a roster full of young promising players.

NBA.com Staff

Top performers, highlights from Day 4 of preseason

Day 4 of the NBA preseason is in the books. Monster dunks, classic GIF's and some Luka magic were all on the agenda. If you missed any of the action we've got you covered here with scores, notable performers and top highlights!

NBA.com Staff

Top performers, highlights from Day 2 of preseason

The first multi-game slate of the 2021-22 NBA preseason and there was no shortage of action. We've got you covered with the final scores, top performers, biggest storylines and more from Day 2.

NBA.com Staff

2021-22 NBA season preview: Southeast Division

The Southeast Division is in for a competitive year with the Hawks returning nearly the same roster that went to the Eastern Conference Finals a season ago, the Heat adding Kyle Lowry and the Hornets loading up with new pieces. Who will emerge as the division's best?

Kyle Irving

Ranking the new NBA head coaching hires

Which NBA franchise made the best coaching hire this past offseason?

Jordan Greer

NBA Power Ranking: Best-case scenarios for every team

With training camp in full swing, we're taking stock of the league with a glass-half full approach.

Micah Adams

Redick announces retirement from NBA

JJ Redick retires with career averages of 12.8 points, 2.0 rebounds and 2.0 assists per game. One of the best 3-point shooters of his era, he ranks 15th all-time in 3-pointers made and 17th in 3-point percentage.

Scott Rafferty

Redick's place among all-time shooters

Redick is one of four players in NBA history to rank inside the top 20 in both 3-point makes and 3-point field goal percentage.

Micah Adams

Teams primed to surprise in 2021-22

The Raptors and Hornets are two of the teams our NBA.com Staff believe could be better than expected in the upcoming NBA season.

NBA.com Staff

Barnes among top rated rookies in NBA 2K22

With the release of NBA 2K22 right around the corner, ratings are starting to be revealed for a number of players in the league. Among the most recent, NBA 2K dropped the ratings of the top-five rookies in this year's draft class. Who made the cut?

Kyle Irving

Raptors among teams with intriguing positional logjams

As the 2021-22 NBA season approaches, six teams in particular stand out as having positional logjams on their respective rosters. From the Raptors frontcourt to the Magic's guards and the Jazz's forwards, take a closer look at the potential implications.

Matthew Blum

The path to 2022 Rookie of the Year

The 2021 NBA Draft class is loaded with players ready to make an impact in Year 1, but which first-year player will take home the Rookie of the Year hardware at the end of the season? Each of the top six picks have a different pathway to which they can claim the award.

Kyle Irving

Suggs to miss rest of Summer League with thumb injury

Orlando Magic rookie Jalen Suggs will miss the remainder of Summer League with a thumb injury. The team made the announcement, with the injury sustained on a drive to the basket against the Boston Celtics. It brings to an end an impressive tournament for the No. 5 overall pick, with the young Magic roster becoming one of the more entertaining teams in Vegas.

Kane Pitman

Jalen Suggs dazzles in Summer League debut

Jalen Suggs turned in an impressive performance for the Orlando Magic with 24 points and nine rebounds in their overtime win over the Golden State Warriors.

Benyam Kidane

How to watch Summer League debuts for top prospects

After a year off due to the coronavirus pandemic, Summer League is back in Las Vegas this offseason. When do the 2021 NBA Draft stars like Cade Cunningham, Jalen Green, Evan Mobley, Scottie Barnes and Jalen Suggs make their debut?

NBA.com Staff

Who owns the most picks in the NBA Draft?

11 teams in the 2021 NBA Draft own three or more picks. Who owns the most draft selections? Below find more on each of the 10 teams that will make three or more selections in the upcoming NBA Draft.

NBA.com Staff

The most intriguing teams in the draft

The 2021 NBA Draft is right around the corner and this tentpole event will be monumental for a number of franchises. Teams like the Raptors and Warriors are looking to get back to title contention, while teams like the Knicks and Magic are on the fringe of making some noise. For rebuilding teams like the Thunder and Rockets, this is just the beginning of a search for the next franchise cornerstone and complementary pieces to fit. Take a look at what makes this night so important for this group.

Kyle Irving

Magic name Mosley as head coach

Jamahl Mosley, who has spent 14 years as an assistant coach in the NBA, is set to become Orlando's 14th head coach in franchise history. The 42-year-old reportedly signed a four-year deal to lead the Magic from the sidelines.

Gilbert McGregor

Penny Hardaway in running for Magic vacancy

The Magic are looking for a new coach. Could Penny Hardaway be that guy? The former Orlando star is reportedly in the running for the position.

Jacob Camenker

Most interesting storylines heading into lottery

On June 22, each team that missed out on the playoffs will find out where they'll be selecting in the 2021 NBA Draft. It's an important night for a number of franchises, including the Toronto Raptors, who have a puncher's chance of sneaking their way into the top-four, and Oklahoma City Thunder, who could end up with two lottery picks. Headlined by Cade Cunningham, the 2021 NBA Draft is expected to be one of the deepest in recent memory, increasing the stakes for all the teams involved.

Scott Rafferty

When is the Draft Lottery?

Consisting of the 14 teams that failed to qualify for the 2021 NBA Playoffs, this marks the third year of the NBA Draft Lottery's revised odds system. Find all you need to know ahead of the upcoming Draft Lottery below.

NBA.com Staff

Magic, Clifford 'part ways'

Clifford, 59, had led the team to the playoffs in consecutive years before the 2020-21 season.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Report: Magic and Clifford agree to part ways

According to multiple reports, the Magic and Steve Clifford have come to a mutual agreement to part ways. In three seasons at the helm, Clifford led the franchise to two postseason appearances before it began a future-focused rebuild this past season.

Gilbert McGregor

McGrady explains decison to leave Raptors in 2000

Tracy McGrady recently appeared on "The 3 League OGs" podcast with former Raptors Muggsy Bogues, Earl Cureton and Charles Oakley, where he talked about the factors that went into his decision.

NBA.com Staff

Highlights, scores from Friday's action

Just three days remained in the 2020-21 regular season and we got an eight-game slate with 16 teams in action. Check in below to catch up on the best from each contest.

NBA.com Staff

Highlights, scores from Thursday's action

There were nine NBA games to look forward to on Thursday night, including a showdown between two All-Star guards in Chris Paul and Damian Lillard. If you missed any of the action, jump in here to catch up on stats and highlights from each contest.

NBA.com Staff

Evaluating the 2020 moves of teams set to miss the playoffs

For the 20 teams heading to the play-in games and beyond, the real season is just starting. For the ten teams who fell short of that bar, however, the year is mercifully coming to an end. Going back to last offseason and re-evaluating the moves made by that bottom-third of the league is a fascinating exercise. It would be fair to expect mostly bad moves from those teams but, in reality, there are a surprising number of positives to take one season later.

Matthew Blum

Highlights, scores from Tuesday's action

The Warriors, Lakers, Grizzlies, Heat and Pacers all picked up pivotal wins as the race for the Play-In Tournament continues to take shape. Catch up on all the action from Tuesday's 11-game slate.

NBA.com Staff

Timberwolves' Karl-Anthony Towns fights emotions of Mother's Day game

Towns said he wasn't sure he could take the court. His mother, Jacqueline Cruz-Towns, died of COVID-19 complications in April 2020.

Tom Gatto

Highlights, top performers from Sunday's action

Sunday was set for a packed slate with a number of games that hold playoff implications, headlined by a massive matchup between the Celtics and Heat, the Knicks and Clippers and Suns and Lakers.

NBA.com Staff

Highlights, top performers from Friday's action!

A huge ten game slate filled Friday night, with a number of game carrying significant Play-In implications including a battle between the Lakers and Trail Blazers. Keep it right here for all the final scores, news, highlights and top performers!

NBA.com Staff

OTD: Shaq named Rookie of the Year

The Orlando Magic big man averaged 23.4 points (eighth in the NBA), 13.9 rebounds (second) and 3.53 blocks per game in 1992-93.

Benyam Kidane

Magic sign Canadian Brazdeikis to 10-day

The Magic announced on Sunday that they have signed Canadian Ignas Brazdeikis to a 10-day contract.

Kyle Irving

Highlights from Saturday's action

Saturday's 10-game slate delivered plenty of memorable performances as the race for playoff seeding continues to take shape. Catch up on all the action below.

NBA.com Staff

Top performers, highlights from Wednesday's games

Ten games filled the schedule on Wednesday night, with playoff implications littered throughout. Play-In tournament seeding and postseason clinches were all on the line in a series of intriguing matchups. Keep up to date with all the final scores, news, highlights and top performers right here!

NBA.com Staff

Highlights, top performers from Monday's action

There were 11 NBA games to watch out for on Monday. Follow along for final scores, news, stats and highlights from each contest.

NBA.com Staff

Highlights, top performers from Sunday's action

There were seven games of NBA action with plenty of storylines to follow in a big matchup between the Celtics and Hornets, Kevin Durant's return for the Nets versus the Suns and other games with playoff implications like Grizzlies-Blazers and Bucks-Hawks.

NBA.com Staff

Highlights, top performers from Tuesday's action

With the race for playoff spots heating up, we've had an action-packed five-game slate on Tuesday. Follow along for all the final scores, stats and highlights from each game.

NBA.com Staff

Highlights, scores from Sunday's action

With a month remaining until the league's Play-In Tournament, the NBA season rolled on with an eight-game slate and a few marquee matchups. We've got you covered with the best from each one.

NBA.com Staff

Watson speaks on sharpshooting career night

Raptors forward Paul Watson turned the game on its head in the third quarter of Toronto's win over the Magic on Friday, going off for 20 of his career-high 30 points with six 3s in one frame. After the game, he spoke on his breakout performance and the support he received from his teammates.

Kyle Irving

Highlights and top performers from Friday's games

There were 11 NBA games to look forward to on Friday! Follow along for final scores, highlights and stats from each contest.

NBA.com Staff

Running diary from Toronto's win over Orlando

Paul Watson dominated Toronto's win over Orlando with a career-best 30 points. From Yuta Watanabe's strong opening quarter to Watson's scorching third quarter, here's a running diary from the game.

Scott Rafferty

Watson catches fire in commanding Raptors victory

Paul Watson led the Raptors in scoring with a career-best 30 points, 20 of which came in the third quarter when Toronto took control of the game. For more on the win, some takeaways at the buzzer...

Scott Rafferty

Preview: Potential VanVleet return vs. Magic?

The Raptors will be shorthanded yet again, as Kyle Lowry, Pascal Siakam and OG Anunoby are all resting for this contest against the Magic, while Gary Trent Jr. is doubtful with an ankle injury. But one noticeable name that was absent from the injury report? Fred VanVleet, who may be ready to step in against the team he scored a franchise-record 54 points against earlier this season.

Kyle Irving

Highlights & top performers from Wednesday's action

From Luka Doncic's game-winning heroics to Steph Curry's red-hot shooting night and triple-doubles from Jokic and Westbrook, there was no shortage of standout performances around the NBA on Wednesday.

NBA.com Staff

Magic tweet, delete confusing trivia question about Orlando's poor defense

The Magic unsurprisingly ended up deleting the tweet, but not before Twitter had a little fun at their expense.

Jordan Greer

Keeping track of the Play-In Tournament race

The race for spots in the Play-In Tournament is on, with a number of teams still battling for seeding as the final month of the regular season arrives.

NBA.com Staff

Highlight's & top performers from Monday's action

The NBA season continued with an eight-game schedule and plenty to follow with 16 teams in action. Below, we've got you covered with final scores, news, stats, highlights and the top fantasy performers from the day.

NBA.com Staff

Sunday's recap!

The NBA season rolled on with a 10 game slate and plenty of action to follow. If you missed any of the action we've got you covered with final scores, news, stats and highlights from each one, as well as the day's top fantasy performers.

NBA.com Staff

Friday's highlights & top performers

There were nine games of NBA action this Friday night with a handful of must-see matchups. We'll have you covered with final scoress, highlights and more from all the action.

NBA.com Staff

Wednesday's recap

Kevin Durant made a perfect return, the Knicks lost another heartbreaker and the Suns and Jazz played out a classic. Catch up on a busy night around the association with the scores, news and highlights!

NBA.com Staff

You can't stop Jokic at the elbow

Nikola Jokic recorded 16 assists in Denver's comeback win over Orlando on Sunday, eight of which came in the third quarter. The Magic had no answer for him, but there was one particular set the Nuggets ran involving Jokic that gave them trouble. Let's take a closer look.

Scott Rafferty

Jokic sparks comeback, strengthens MVP case

Jokic dished out 16 assists for the game, 12 in the second half when the Nuggets outscored the Magic 72-44 to come back from an 18-point deficit to win their fifth straight and remain undefeated since the Aaron Gordon addition.

Yash Matange

Sunday's highlights & top performers

There were seven games to look forward to on Sunday, including Rajon Rondo's debut with the Clippers. Follow along for the final scores, stats, highlights and scores from each contest.

NBA.com Staff

Saturday's highlights and top performers

There were eight NBA games to look forward to on Saturday. Follow along for final scores, stats and highlights from each contest.

NBA.com Staff

Thursay's highlights & top performers

With the play-in tournament just over a month away, the race for playoff seeding is heating up. A seven game slate on Thursday saw a number of those teams jostling for positions meet in an exciting night of hoops around the NBA.

NBA.com Staff

Tuesday's recap

Only four games on Tuesday but no shortage of action as a dunk of the year contender was produced along with a big upset and a contender out West finding their groove.

NBA.com Staff

Highlights & top performers from Sunday's action

Kyle Kuzma, Devin Booker, CJ McCollum and Aron Gordon impressed on Sunday's four-game slate! Catch up on all the final scores, stats and highlights from each game below.

NBA.com Staff

Highlights, top performers from Friday's action

A massive ten game slate filled the schedule on Friday, with a number of new faces suiting up for teams as the dust settles on the trade deadline.

NBA.com Staff

Evan Fournier pranks Celtics fans

Don't Google it. Seriously. Don't. Google. It.

Zac Al-Khateeb

Six key takeaways from trade deadline

It was an active deadline despite Kyle Lowry not being traded, with the Magic moving three of their starters and the Heat making a big move at the eleventh hour. For more on another fascinating trade deadline, some key takeaways...

Scott Rafferty

Trade deadline tracker: Analysis on deals

The trade deadline for the 2020-21 NBA has come and gone. We've got you covered with the details of each deal as well as instant analysis on what it means for all teams involved.

Gilbert McGregor

Trade deadline's most interesting teams

This season's trade deadline is fast approaching, with March 25 being the last day teams can make deals. It's still unclear how chaotic this season's trade deadline could be, but there are five teams in particular that are worth keeping a close eye on in the days leading up to it.

Scott Rafferty

Would Gordon be the solution to Boston's problems?

According to Matt Moore of The Action Network, the Celtics are now considered to be the front-runners to acquire Aaron Gordon ahead of this season's trade deadline. Would Gordon be the solution to Boston's problems and what would it be able to offer Orlando?

Scott Rafferty

Highlights & top performers from Wednesday's action

We had 11 games on deck and 22 teams in action on a busy night in the NBA. We've got you covered below with final scores, news, stats and highlights, as well as the top fantasy performers from the games.

NBA.com Staff

🎥 Clutch plays that swung Wed's close games

In a packed slate of 11 games on Wednesday night, only four were decided in single digits and each one of them came down to one critical play in the clutch.

Yash Matange

Highlights & top performers from Tuesday's action

We had six games around the Association on Tuesday and we've got you covered with all the final scores, news, stats, highlights and top fantasy performers from each game below.

NBA.com Staff

Highlights & top performers from Sunday's action

The NBA season continued Sunday, with a busy 10-game slate. We've got you covered with final scores, stats, highlights and top fantasy performers with 20 teams in action.

NBA.com Staff

Brown buries career-high 10 3s as Celtics snap losing run

Jaylen Brown had the hot hand for the Celtics scoring 34 points on 10-of-18 from the 3-point line to lead the Celtics to a 112-96 win over the Magic.

Benyam Kidane

Hot shooting Gordon denies Kyrie's big night

Pouring it on from the outside, the Orlando Magic torched the Brooklyn Nets defence behind a big night from Aaron Gordon.

Kane Pitman

Highlights, updates from Friday's action

The NBA season continues with a busy slate of 10 games. With 20 teams in action, there will be plenty to follow. We've got you covered below with score updates, news, stats, highlights and the top fantasy performers from each contest.

NBA.com Staff

Highlights & top performers from Thursday

Six games on the ticket for Thursday night including a showdown between LaMelo Ball and LeBron James as the surging Charlotte Hornets looked to continue their strong play.

NBA.com Staff

Highlights, top performers from Friday's action

The second half of the NBA season continued with a seven-game slate. We've got you covered from coast to coast with final scores, news, stats, highlights and the top fantasy performers from the day.

NBA.com Staff

Highlights, top performers from Thursday's action

The second half of the 2020-21 NBA season was underway and tonight was the first full slate of games since the break. Headlined by Nets-Celtics, there was plenty of enticing matchups ahead.

NBA.com Staff

Lakeland Magic win G League championship

The Magic held the Blue Coats' G League standout Paul Reed to just 13 points on 6-for-18 shooting from the field in a defensive performance worthy of a championship. Lakeland guard Devin Cannady scored a team-high 22 points in the victory to take home G League Finals MVP.

Kyle Irving

On This Date: T-Mac erupts for 62 points

“My teammates came to me and told me to get 60, then they told me to get 70,” Tracy McGrady said after the game, laughing. “I was going for 70 and if I would have made my free throws, I would have had it."

Scott Rafferty

Would Vucevic trade make sense for Celtics, Magic?

According to The Athletic's Shams Charania, the Celtics are one of the teams interested in Magic centre Nikola Vucevic ahead of this season's trade deadline. While it's unknown if the Magic intend on trading the two-time All-Star, would a deal make sense for both sides?

Scott Rafferty

Highlights, top performers from Wednesday's action

There were 10 games to look forward to on an action-packed Wednesday in the NBA. Scroll below for all the final scores, stats and highlights from each game

NBA.com Staff

All-Star matchups take centre stage this week

Can't control your anticipation for this year's All-Star Game? You're in luck, as these upcoming four days alone have 13 games in which two or more All-Stars will face off head-to-head.

Gilbert McGregor

Scores & highlights from Saturday's action

Saturday's seven-game exciting slate is headlined by the last game in Brooklyn where the Nets put their eight-game win streak on the line against Luka Doncic and the Dallas Mavericks. Scroll below for the final scores, highlights, and more.

Yash Matange

Scores, highlights from Thursday's action

The top three teams in the East are in action on Thursday night, while the LA Clippers are also on the schedule as they attempt to keep up with the Utah Jazz in the West.

NBA.com Staff

Revisiting VanVleet's historic night

On Fred VanVleet's 27th birthday, we look back at the best performance of his career to date. Is it the best performance in Raptors franchise history? Take a closer look.

Gilbert McGregor

Scores, highlights from Tuesday's (ET) action

The NBA season continued with nine games and 18 teams in action. Scroll below for final scores, highlights, news and the top fantasy performers from the action.

NBA.com Staff

Challenging cases for All-Star reserves

The starters have been selected for the 2021 NBA All-Star Game, meaning the hardest decisions are coming up. Picking the reserves inevitably causes a conversation as deserving players are bound to get left out. Which players will get selected as an All-Star and which players will be left snubbed?

Kyle Irving

Highlights and top performers from Friday's action

It was a busy Friday in the NBA. We've got you covered with all the final scores, stats, news, highlights and top fantasy performers from each game.

NBA.com Staff

Highlights & top performers from Wed's action

We had 10 games on deck around the Association on Wednesday! Scroll below for all the final scores, stats, news, and highlights from each game below.

NBA.com Staff

Head-to-Head, Week 5: Breaking down each matchup

Welcome to Head-To-Head, a new fantasy game that is centred around how many points players score. Every Monday, five new matchups will be presented. All you have to do is pick which player you think will score more points in each matchup. What's on the line? Weekly and season-long prizes, including courtside tickets and a video call with an NBA All-Star.

Scott Rafferty

Running diary of Sunday's (ET) action

Feel the love with a full 10-game slate of NBA action on Sunday (ET), as some of the league's hottest teams and biggest names were in action. Scroll below for the final scores, highlights and the best fantasy performers.

NBA.com Staff

The latest on Anunoby's calf injury

Anunoby suffered a left calf strain in Toronto's loss to the Indiana Pacers and has now missed eight straight games. Here's everything we know about Anunoby's injury, including when he could return.

Scott Rafferty

Optimal viewing plan for Sunday's action

Sunday's NBA action includes an exciting set of 10 games. Here's the full schedule, biggest storylines and optimal viewing plan to get you ready for the star-studded action.

Yash Matange

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