MAGIC’S VISION: Passing on Trae Young and what the Orlando Magic are ACTUALLY looking for
The Orlando Magic steered clear of a blockbuster Trae Young despite years of people trying to connect him to the Magic in a potential trade.
The Magic were never hunting for a blockbuster trade this season with the team’s cap situation. Instead, they are trying to thread a very fine needle — improving the roster while also shedding $5.6 million in salary to get under the tax. Fulfilling that goal will be difficult. But the Magic should have the flexibility and options to move to get under the tax and avoid beginning their repeater clock.
With the team’s injuries, the Magic still do not know what they have and still do not know what they will need to take their next step. Orlando is still in the thick of a tight Eastern Conference race.
00:00 Magic’s Deadline Plans Analyzed
09:50 Wagner Brothers’ Potential Berlin Return
14:32 Magic’s Path to Trade Deadline
19:29 Magic’s Trade Deadline Math
27:53 Magic Playoff Hopes Remain Strong
33:29 Magic Need Momentum to Climb
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23 Comments
Trade suggs,Ji and howard for claxton
move jones,goga for cap space
AB can replace Suggs and sign him to a lower cont
What is the Orlando Magic's biggest need at the trade deadline?
JI, Jett, Tyus, and unfortunately Goga (only because of Mo) are expendable
Think we need a bench scoring guard. I dont see the need to accommodate for Tyus.
I was ready a month ago to part ways with JI, but right now I am scared to trade him given how INEXISTENT our defense has been lately. I would trade for a two-way player at the backcourt. I really like the Royce O'Neal suggestion.
Trade Jonathan Isaac for Dennis Schroeder ! Waive tyus jones
With all the injuries this season, the Magic should evaluate the Banchero/Wagner Duo and make a decision next offseason. If they are able to adapt to each other good, if not, built around ONE of them + Bane. In my opinion Wagner is the future franchise player, but it's still to soon to give up on Banchero. Give him the benefit of the doubt until next season. The next step has to be a reliable Center and a pass-first mentality point guard. In an ideal scenario both of them can shoot above 35% from three, space the floor and have a positive impact on defense.
The only players that are untouchable to me are:
F.Wagner (to me he is the franchise player rn, but he has to take his game to an even higher level if he wants to bring a chip to Orlando next season)
D.Bane (obv reasons)
da Silva (very solid from the bench/6th)
A.B. (if not as a starting PG, at least as backup)
M.Wagner (only if he performs like he did before he got injured)
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Banchero (needs to show some rapid growth for the remaining season beside his isolation/hero plays)
Im personally not a fan of Trae so not upset whatsoever. That being said, we def could use his shooting
Banchero for Cooper Flag, if they (Mavs)would even consider
Magic needs someone in the middle team think twice to drive on. I know people has given up on bol bol but his shot blocking has bench player in the middle is better than the centers we have now and he would be super cheap. I’m tired team just driving all day to the basket he can rebound as well.
id rather have goga than moe
We definitely need a center that will deter the prolfic driving to the basket. It's a must. Would also like to see Monk over here.
When only one team (one of the worst) was willing trade for Trae but so many in this fanbase wanted him, tells us all we need to know about them…They live in 2K land and don’t know ball. Same people that LOVED tyus jones, until they’re watching him every night. Highlight scouts…
Like all the people that LOVED tyus jones
Magic needs a better shooting coach because when a player has left the Magic for another team, he becomes a better shooter.
i am very happy the magic never tried to trade for him. I wouldn't be surprised if the Wangers are back vs the Pelcians.
Packers are seeking a. center. Would they want Goga?
I would like to see Mav's Gafford on this team
Bro nah we better not trade Goga
desmond and AB do what trey does and Jase has promise. trae would just be a drag on the cap
Trae Young is dogshit. His play style is an insult to the game of basketball
You guys have needed shooting forever. How about Isaac and Howard’s dead money plus two seconds for Rui? Low usage, won’t take shots away from anyone else.