Locked On Magic - Daily Podcast On The Orlando Magic

The Orlando Magic are at a crossroads as the trade deadline approaches. The team has hit its first roadblock in this rebuild and the inevitable progress this team seemed set on has stalled. That puts the pressure now on Jeff Weltman to get the team back on track and do something he has not done yet -- retool the team through trades. Even with the potential for trades, the spotlight is still on Pao...

In this episode of the Locked On NBA Eastern Conference Squad Show, hosts Sean Woodley, Tony East, Danny Cunningham, Wes Goldberg, and others discuss the shocking Luka Doncic trade to the Lakers. They analyze the Mavericks' decision-making process and potential motivations behind the trade. The conversation shifts to Eastern Conference trade rumors, focusing on Jimmy Butler's potential move from t...

The Orlando Magic found their spirit and their defensive energy for the first time in a while and gave themselves a chance to win. But they still found themselves trying to play catch up as their offense struggled once again and gave away their lead in the third quarter. Orlando took the lead with four minutes to go but limped to the finish. Their margin for error remains too small even in a game...

The Orlando Magic face a lot of key decisions this week as the team enters the trade deadline on Thursday with a season that is quickly falling apart. Everyone can agree the Magic have not met expectations and need to improve on a lot of things to get back on track. That starts at the trade deadline where the team needs to address their offensive and shooting woes more meaningfully. Fortunately fo...

The Orlando Magic's struggles continued with a 113-99 loss to the Utah Jazz where every facet of their game failed to deliver. The Magic lean on their two star players to lead the way and be the driving force of their offense. When they struggle as they have in spots since returning from injuries, the Magic's flaws come out. Even in a game where Franz Wagner scored 37 points. That is going double...

The Orlando Magic built their season on a defensive identity full of intensity, physicality and effort. Throughout January, that identity has been missing in action. And it has led to a plunge down the standings and a season that is quickly feeling like a disappointment. After another disappointing loss to the Portland Trail Blazers where the team hit adversity and wilted, the Magic seem farther a...

Can the Orlando Magic turn their season around with a favorable schedule ahead? With the third-easiest remaining schedule in the NBA, the Orlando Magic are poised for a potential playoff push. Star players like Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner are back in action, and Goga Bitadze's return has already made an impact. The Magic are still working their players back into the rotation while stacking win...

The Orlando Magic have clear needs they need to address. And they are ready to make some immediate upgrades to improve their offense. The question is who do they target and when do they make the deal? That leaves the other question the Magic have to answer: What are the Magic willing to give up? With a week to go before the trade deadline, the Magic have to answer a big question about themselves a...

This episode of the Lockdown NBA Squad Show East features a panel of NBA podcast hosts discussing recent developments in the Eastern Conference. The conversation covers the Cleveland Cavaliers' defensive struggles, highlighting the impact of injuries to players like Caris LeVert, Isaac Okoro, and Evan Mobley. The Detroit Pistons' surprising success is attributed to Cade Cunningham's stellar play a...

The Orlando Magic are feeling more whole with Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner back and now Goga Bitadze back in the lineup. But after prolonged absences, they are all still working their way back into playing shape and regaining chemistry with their roster. That will take time. And coach Jamahl Mosley said there would be hiccups. The Magic showed signs of the team they will be in building a 14-poi...

The Orlando Magic's stars in Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner stepped up to lead the Magic to a win over the Detroit Pistons. They took over the game. That is what stars do. And this season the Magic have proven to have two stars to build around. Now they have to do the most important trick: They have to do it again. 0:00 Intro 5:07 Trade deadline: Return of injured players crucial 16:26 Magic's ne...

The Orlando Magic were trying to break a five-game losing streak even with their top players still returning from injury. But to get back on track, they needed Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner to take control and even ignore those injury restrictions. Franz Wagner scored 25 points in the fourth quarter to ensure the Magic came back to win. 0:00 Intro 5:09 Franz Wagner's record-breaking quarter 15:4...

The Orlando Magic's offensive woes remained despite the return of Franz Wagner to the lineup. The Magic's issues seem to go beyond missing their two star players. There is a crisis of confidence and trust that is holding the team back. Their misses have made them expect to miss. That is how the team loses 101-79 to one of the worst defenses in the league. How will the Magic find their way out of t...

The trade deadline is two weeks away and the Orlando Magic face crucial decisions that could reshape their future. The team has slipped in the standings. But the prospect of Paolo Banchero getting back into form and Franz Wagner's imminent return has them unsure where they actually stand. Still, the Magic need to make improvements that will help them compete in the short term and prepare them for...

The Orlando Magic are facing a storm of injuries and it has gutted the team of its defensive identity. That was on display in the Magic's 109-93 loss to the Toronto Raptors. They are still waiting for the return of players soon. But that is not something the team wants to wait on or excuse. Injuries are clearly a big factor in how the Magic are playing and why they do not seem to be able to find t...

In this episode of the NBA Eastern Conference Squad Show, hosts from various Locked On podcasts discuss the current state of the Eastern Conference. The conversation centers on the Boston Celtics' recent struggles and whether they remain the favorites to win the conference. The hosts debate the Cleveland Cavaliers' impressive season and their potential to challenge the Celtics in the playoffs. The...

The Orlando Magic are struggling right now, falling out of the top six in the Eastern Conference and hovering just above .500 as injuries have eaten into the team's success and identity. But the team is not panicking. They know reinforcements are coming soon and that they have an opportunity to regain their spot atop the Eastern Conference. Still, the Magic have to look at what they have learned d...

The Orlando Magic continue to struggle amid their rash of injuries as they face elite teams undermanned. The Magic fought for two and a half quarters, but a quick avalanche from Jamal Murray ended their hopes in a 113-100 loss on Sunday. The Magic continue to slip down the standings, falling into Play-In position now. But they have been in this exact scenario before. And that should leave the team...

The Orlando Magic's injuries have overwhelmed the team and made it difficult for them to function. They rallied behind the belief they were enough. But against the Boston Celtics on Friday and considering their struggles in recent games, it is clear they are not. The Magic need to get healthy to have any chance to move forward. 0:00 Intro 5:47 Magic's defensive struggles 11:25 Shooting woes contin...

The Orlando Magic are in the fight for a top playoff spot in the Eastern Conference. But there is still a lot of work to do in the second half of the season. The next 21 games should bring the return of Franz Wagner and a healthier roster for the Magic to learn what they truly have and make their next plans. It will also bring the trade deadline and a chance to map their future. The third quarter...

The Orlando Magic seemed overwhelmed by their mounting injuries and could not find their footing in a 29-point loss to the Milwaukee Bucks. Their energy simply was not there. That only highlighted the Magic's biggest weakness -- their poor shooting -- and what the Magic do not have right now. Will the Magic find their rhythm and regain their position in the league? 0:00 Intro 7:19 Magic's lack of...

Franz Wagner's rapid recovery from his injury is a beacon of hope for the Orlando Magic as they navigate the NBA season. With the team ranking 27th in offensive rating, the return of key players like Franz Wagner and Paolo Banchero could be game-changing and lift their biggest weakness. The Magic are a functioning offensive team when Wagner and Banchero play. Could that hope have the team hit paus...

The Orlando Magic have spent the first half of their season trying to hold the boat steady. Major injuries to Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner threw the season for a loop and forced the Magic to adjust quickly. Coach Jamahl Mosley's leadership has been pivotal to keeping the Magic not only in the Playoff race but leading the race for the 4-seed and homecourt advantage. He has crafted a defensive po...

The Orlando Magic were down to eight players thanks to two more injuries during Sunday's win over the Philadelphia 76ers. With the chips down late in the game, the Magic showed their will to win and made all the plays they needed to win, finishing the game with their defense. Orlando got contributions from all eight players who played a major role in this game and some surprising showings from key...

Paolo Banchero's triumphant return to the Orlando Magic lineup has fans buzzing. With a stellar performance against the Milwaukee Bucks, Banchero's impact on the court is undeniable. Will this help the Magic stabilize themselves and make a push deeper into the playoffs. Banchero scored 34 points in his debut game, but some of the details the Magic need to win major games were missing. They missed...