NEW YEARS RESOLUTIONS: Orlando Magic, Paolo Banchero, Franz Wagner Ready to DOMINATE 2026
The Orlando Magic had a big 2025 that showed their intent of contending. The 2026 calendar year will be about the team taking a major step toward contention and becoming a true threat in the NBA. The Magic are already on the way.
With internal improvement, aggressive management and the right breaks, 2026 will be an important step on the path toward lifting the Larry O’Brien Trophy.
Until then, enjoy the journey and all of its ups and downs as the Magic fight for their first championship.
00:00 Becoming a Championship Team
07:32 Magic’s Steady Climb Continues
14:18 Magic Must Develop Championship Mindset
19:55 Magic’s Quiet Trade Strategy
27:25 Championships Are a Journey
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6 Comments
What is the biggest change you would like to see from the Magic in 2026?
I'd like to Jase get some more burn
What's your thoughts on AB "Tony Orlando" I think he is the future for the Magic
This team 100% could win a championship this year
We got all the right peices for the first time since dwight made it to the finals
More pieces in this team will introduce too much reorganization. Look at how long it took the team to readjust with P5’s latest injury. This team needs to dig in with a healthy team. They have what it takes to
We need to invest in our current pieces, they have what it takes but they need a sense of direction provided by coach Mo