Orlando Magic Waive Jonathan Isaac, Save $6.5 Million
#NBA #OrlandoMagicOrlando Magic waived forward Jonathan Isaac, avoiding his $14.5M salary guarantee. The move saves $6.5M, with $8M owed. Isaac, drafted sixth in 2017, averaged 2.6 points last season amid injury struggles. read more
Magic hire Spurs assistant Sean Sweeney as head coach
#NBACoaching #OrlandoMagicThe Orlando Magic are finalizing a deal to hire Spurs assistant Sean Sweeney as head coach, replacing Jamahl Mosley. Sweeney, known for elite defense, led San Antonio to a 62-20 record and Western Conference finals. He will guide a young Magic roster built to contend. read more
Magic president defends roster after playoff collapse
#NBAPlayoffs #OrlandoMagicMagic president Jeff Weltman fired coach Jamahl Mosley after a first-round collapse but opposes dismantling the roster. He cites Franz Wagner's injury as pivotal, believing the healthy core remains elite and can contend in the East. read more
Magic Fire Coach Mosley After Five Seasons
#NBACoaching #OrlandoMagicOrlando Magic fired coach Jamahl Mosley after five seasons, despite three straight playoff appearances. The team collapsed in a 3-1 series lead against Detroit. President Jeff Weltman seeks a fresh voice. Mosley led strong defenses but never solved the offense. read more
Magics Memory Lane Trip Sparks Playoff Stunner
#NBA #OrlandoMagicBefore a crucial game, Magic coach Jamahl Mosley showed players a highlight reel of their past NCAA tournament successes. This inspired a dominant win to clinch a playoff berth and an upset Game 1 victory over the top-seeded Pistons. read more
Magics Wagner Out Indefinitely with Ankle Injury
#NBAInjuries #OrlandoMagicOrlando Magic forward Franz Wagner is out indefinitely with left high ankle soreness. He'll be reevaluated in three weeks. Wagner has missed 25 of the last 29 games, a significant blow to the team's lineup and performance. read more