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Conference | Eastern | ||||
Division | Southeast | ||||
Founded | 1989 | ||||
History | Orlando Magic 1989–present |
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Arena | Kia Center | ||||
Location | Orlando, Florida | ||||
Team colors | Magic blue, black, silver |
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Main sponsor | Walt Disney World | ||||
CEO | Alex Martins | ||||
President | Jeff Weltman | ||||
General manager | Anthony Parker | ||||
Head coach | Jamahl Mosley | ||||
Ownership | RDV Sports, Inc. (Dan DeVos, chairman) |
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Affiliation(s) | Osceola Magic | ||||
Championships | 0 | ||||
Conference titles | 2 (1995, 2009) | ||||
Division titles | 7 (1995, 1996, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2019, 2024) | ||||
Retired numbers | 2 (6, 32) | ||||
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The Orlando Magic is a professional basketball team from Orlando, Florida. They play in the National Basketball Association (NBA). The Magic are part of the Eastern Conference and the Southeast Division.
The team started in 1989 as a new expansion franchise, meaning they were one of the new teams joining the league. Many famous NBA players have played for the Magic. These include Shaquille O'Neal, Penny Hardaway, Tracy McGrady, Dwight Howard, and currently, Paolo Banchero. As of 2024, the Magic have made it to the NBA playoffs 17 times. They reached the NBA Finals twice, in 1995 and 2009. They lost both times, first to the Houston Rockets and then to the Los Angeles Lakers.
Contents
- Team History: The Orlando Magic Story
- Starting the Team: How the Magic Began (1985–1989)
- Early Years and Rising Stars (1989–1992)
- The Shaquille O'Neal and Penny Hardaway Era (1992–1996)
- After Shaq: The Penny Hardaway Era (1996–1999)
- The "Heart and Hustle" Season (1999–2000)
- The Tracy McGrady Era (2000–2004)
- The Dwight Howard Era (2004–2012)
- Rebuilding with Nikola Vucevic (2012–2021)
- The Paolo Banchero Era (2022–present)
- Home Arenas
- Team Identity
- Team Personnel
- Head Coaches
- Season-by-Season Record
- Team Rivalries
- Media Coverage
- Team Leaders
- Team Achievements and Awards
- See also
Team History: The Orlando Magic Story
Starting the Team: How the Magic Began (1985–1989)
In 1985, Orlando businessman Jim L. Hewitt wanted to bring an NBA team to Orlando. He talked to Pat Williams, who used to work for the Philadelphia 76ers. Williams joined the effort to create a team in Orlando.
They asked the public to suggest names for the new team. Out of over 4,000 ideas, four names were chosen: "Heat," "Tropics," "Juice," and "Magic." The name "Magic" was chosen because Orlando is known for Walt Disney World and its "Magic Kingdom." Jim Hewitt said Orlando is "an exciting place, a magical place."
Many people thought bigger cities like Miami or Tampa would be better for a team. But Hewitt and Williams convinced city officials to build an arena. They also showed NBA Commissioner David Stern that Orlando was a good choice.
The NBA decided to add four new teams in 1987. Both Orlando and Miami got a team. The Orlando Magic became the first major professional sports team in the area. They hired Matt Guokas as their first coach. On June 15, 1989, the Magic picked 12 players in the NBA Expansion Draft. Then, on June 27, 1989, they chose Nick Anderson as their first-ever draft pick.
Early Years and Rising Stars (1989–1992)
The Magic's first game was an exhibition match on October 13, 1989, against the Detroit Pistons, which they won. Their first regular season game was on November 4, 1989, against the New Jersey Nets. The Magic lost that game. Two days later, they got their first win against the New York Knicks. In their first season, the team finished with 18 wins and 64 losses. Key players included Nick Anderson, Reggie Theus, and Scott Skiles.
In 1990, the Magic drafted Dennis Scott. On December 30, 1990, Scott Skiles set an NBA record with 30 assists in one game! Skiles was named the NBA's Most Improved Player that season. Dennis Scott also set a team record for three-pointers by a rookie.
In 1991, the DeVos family, who founded Amway, bought the team. The 1991–92 season was tough due to many player injuries. The team struggled, finishing with 21 wins and 61 losses. However, all 41 home games were sold out, showing great fan support.
The Shaquille O'Neal and Penny Hardaway Era (1992–1996)
The Magic's future changed on May 17, 1992. They won the first pick in the 1992 NBA draft Lottery. They chose Shaquille O'Neal, a huge 7 ft 1 in (2.16 m) center from Louisiana State University. O'Neal made a big impact right away. He helped the team improve by 20 wins, finishing 41–41. O'Neal was the first rookie since Michael Jordan to be voted an All-Star starter. He also won the NBA Rookie of the Year award. Even with O'Neal, the Magic just missed the playoffs.
In 1993, the Magic surprisingly won the first draft pick again! They traded this pick for Anfernee "Penny" Hardaway and future draft picks. With O'Neal and Hardaway, the Magic became a very strong team. They won 50 games in the 1993–94 season, making the playoffs for the first time. However, they lost in the first round.
In the 1994–95 season, the Magic added Horace Grant from the Chicago Bulls. They had the best record in the Eastern Conference with 57 wins and 25 losses. They won their division title. In the playoffs, they beat the Boston Celtics, Chicago Bulls, and Indiana Pacers. This sent them to the NBA Finals for the first time! But they lost to the experienced Houston Rockets in four games.
In the 1995–96 season, the Magic had another great year, winning 60 games. They were second in the Eastern Conference, behind the Chicago Bulls, who had an amazing 72–10 record. In the playoffs, the Magic reached the Eastern Conference Finals. They faced the Bulls again, but Michael Jordan and his team were too strong, sweeping the Magic in four games.
After Shaq: The Penny Hardaway Era (1996–1999)
After the 1996 season, Shaquille O'Neal left the Magic to join the Los Angeles Lakers. This was a big loss for the team. During the next season, coach Brian Hill was fired, and Richie Adubato became the interim coach. Led by Penny Hardaway, the Magic finished with 45 wins. In the playoffs, they faced the Miami Heat. Hardaway played incredibly, scoring 40 points in back-to-back games, but the Magic still lost the series.
Chuck Daly became the new head coach for the 1997–98 season. Hall of Famer Julius Erving also joined the front office. But Penny Hardaway was injured for most of the season. The team finished 41–41, just missing the playoffs.
In the 1998–99 season, with Penny Hardaway and Nick Anderson healthy, the Magic tied for the best record in the Eastern Conference (33–17) in a season shortened by a league dispute. Darrell Armstrong was a key player, winning both the Sixth Man and Most Improved Player awards. The Magic made the playoffs but were upset by the Philadelphia 76ers in the first round. The team also changed their uniforms, adding stars instead of pinstripes.
The "Heart and Hustle" Season (1999–2000)
In 1999, the Magic hired Doc Rivers as their new coach. They traded Penny Hardaway to the Phoenix Suns. The team was mostly made up of lesser-known players like Darrell Armstrong, Bo Outlaw, and a young Ben Wallace. Coach Rivers led this team to a surprising 41–41 record, just missing the playoffs. Rivers was named Coach of the Year. This season was known for the team's "Heart and Hustle" style of play.
The Tracy McGrady Era (2000–2004)
In 2000, the Magic tried to sign three big free agents: Tim Duncan, Grant Hill, and Tracy McGrady. Duncan stayed with his team, but the Magic signed Hill and McGrady. Everyone expected the Magic to be a top team. However, Hill played only 4 games due to an ankle injury. McGrady became a superstar, leading the league in scoring. With rookie Mike Miller, the Magic won 43 games and made the playoffs. McGrady was an All-Star, and Miller won Rookie of the Year. They lost in the first round of the playoffs.
In the 2001–02 season, McGrady led the Magic to 44 wins. Hill was still injured for most of the season. McGrady continued to be an All-Star. The Magic lost in the first round of the playoffs again.
In 2002–03, McGrady led the Magic to 42 wins. He was the league's top scorer with 32.1 points per game. The Magic made the playoffs for the third year in a row. They took a 3–1 lead in their series against the Detroit Pistons, but then lost three games in a row, losing the series 4–3.
The 2003–04 season was very tough. Even with new players, the Magic started by losing 19 games in a row, a team record. They finished with the worst record in the NBA (21–61). McGrady still led the league in scoring. Coach Doc Rivers was fired during the losing streak, and Johnny Davis took over.
The Dwight Howard Era (2004–2012)

After a tough season, the Magic made big changes. They traded Tracy McGrady to the Houston Rockets. With the first pick in the 2004 NBA draft, the Magic chose high school star Dwight Howard. They also got point guard Jameer Nelson in a trade.
The team started the 2004–05 season well, winning 13 of their first 19 games. But then injuries hit key players. Dwight Howard showed great promise, averaging a "double-double" (double-digit points and rebounds). He was the first rookie to start all 82 games. Jameer Nelson also became a strong player. The Magic finished with 36 wins, just missing the playoffs. Brian Hill returned as head coach.

The 2005–06 season started with high hopes. But injuries continued to affect the team. Despite these challenges, Dwight Howard kept improving. On February 15, 2006, the Magic made a trade, getting Darko Miličić and Carlos Arroyo. They also traded Steve Francis to the New York Knicks. The Magic made a strong push for the playoffs, winning 8 games in a row, but ultimately missed out.
Return to the NBA Finals (2006–2010)
In the 2006 NBA draft, the Magic picked JJ Redick. Dwight Howard continued to develop into a star player, earning his first All-Star selection. The Magic secured a playoff spot in 2007, their first since 2003. However, they were swept in the first round by the Detroit Pistons. After the season, Brian Hill was fired.
Stan Van Gundy became the new head coach in 2007. The Magic signed Rashard Lewis to a big contract. The team started the 2007–08 season very strong. They won their division title for the first time since 1996. They also won 50 games for the first time since 1996. In the playoffs, the Magic won their first series in 12 years, beating the Toronto Raptors. But they lost to the experienced Detroit Pistons in the next round. Hedo Türkoğlu won the Most Improved Player award that season.

The 2008–09 season was excellent for the Magic. They finished with 59 wins, their most since 1996. In the playoffs, they beat the Philadelphia 76ers and then the defending champions, the Boston Celtics. In the Eastern Conference Finals, the Magic defeated LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers. This sent them to the NBA Finals for the second time! They won their first-ever Finals game in Game 3. But the Los Angeles Lakers won the series in five games.

Before the 2009–10 season, the Magic traded for eight-time All-Star Vince Carter. They also signed Brandon Bass and Matt Barnes. The Magic had some injuries early in the season, but still finished with 59 wins. They won their third straight division championship. The Magic swept the Charlotte Bobcats and Atlanta Hawks in the first two rounds of the playoffs. They then faced the Boston Celtics in the conference finals. The Magic lost the first three games, won the next two, but then lost Game 6, ending their season.
The "Dwightmare" Saga (2010–2012)
In 2010, the Magic updated their logo and added new black alternate uniforms. Orlando hosted the NBA All-Star Game in 2012. In December 2010, the Magic made a big trade, getting Hedo Türkoğlu, Jason Richardson, and Earl Clark. They also traded for Gilbert Arenas.
The Magic finished the 2010–11 season with 52 wins. But they were eliminated in the first round of the playoffs by the Atlanta Hawks.
The 2011–12 season was shorter due to a league dispute. Star center Dwight Howard asked to be traded, causing a lot of uncertainty. Despite this, the Magic made some trades and signings. Howard later changed his mind and signed a one-year deal. But then he was injured and needed back surgery, ending his season. The Magic made the playoffs but lost in the first round.
In May 2012, General Manager Otis Smith and Head Coach Stan Van Gundy left the team. Rob Hennigan became the new general manager. In August 2012, Dwight Howard was traded to the Los Angeles Lakers in a big four-team deal. Howard left as the Magic's all-time leader in points, blocks, and rebounds.
Rebuilding with Nikola Vucevic (2012–2021)
Rob Hennigan Era (2012–2017)

After trading Dwight Howard, the Magic began to rebuild their team. They acquired players like Maurice Harkless and Nikola Vučević. In December 2012, the Magic defeated the Lakers in Howard's first game against his old team.

In February 2013, the Magic traded JJ Redick and other players. They received Tobias Harris and rookie Doron Lamb. The Magic finished the 2012–13 season with the worst record in the NBA, missing the playoffs.
In the 2013 NBA draft, the Magic picked Victor Oladipo with the second overall pick. The Magic finished the 2013–14 season with a 23–59 record. In the 2014 NBA draft, they selected Aaron Gordon and traded for Elfrid Payton.
In February 2015, coach Jacque Vaughn was fired. James Borrego became the interim coach. In May 2015, former Magic point guard Scott Skiles was hired as the new head coach.
In the 2015 NBA draft, Orlando selected Mario Hezonja. In February 2016, the Magic traded Tobias Harris. In May 2016, Skiles stepped down as coach. Frank Vogel was hired as the next head coach.
With Vogel, the Magic made many roster changes. In the 2016 NBA draft, they traded Domantas Sabonis and Victor Oladipo for Serge Ibaka. They also signed Evan Fournier, Bismack Biyombo, and D. J. Augustin. In February 2017, Ibaka was traded. The Magic finished the 2016–17 season with 29 wins and 53 losses.
Jeff Weltman Era (2017–present)

In 2017, the Magic made more changes. Rob Hennigan was fired as general manager. Jeff Weltman became president of basketball operations, and John Hammond became the new general manager. In the 2017 NBA draft, Orlando drafted Jonathan Isaac. They also signed several new players.
In February 2018, the Magic traded starting point guard Elfrid Payton. In April 2018, coach Frank Vogel was fired. Steve Clifford was named the new head coach.
In the 2018 NBA draft, the Magic drafted center Mohamed Bamba. Team owner Richard DeVos passed away in September 2018.
During the 2018–19 season, the Magic won their division title and made the playoffs for the first time since 2012. Nikola Vučević was selected as an All-Star, the first Magic All-Star since Dwight Howard. The Magic traded for Markelle Fultz. In the playoffs, the Magic lost to the Toronto Raptors in five games.
In the 2019 NBA draft, the Magic selected Chuma Okeke. The Magic re-signed several players, including Vučević and Terrence Ross. The 2019–20 season was paused due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Magic were invited to the "NBA Bubble" to finish the season. Despite injuries, they earned the eighth playoff spot. They faced the Milwaukee Bucks and lost in five games.
In the 2020 NBA draft, the Magic selected Cole Anthony. Key players like Jonathan Isaac and Markelle Fultz suffered season-ending injuries. At the 2021 NBA trade deadline, the Magic traded away Nikola Vučević, Aaron Gordon, and Evan Fournier. This marked the start of another rebuilding period. At the end of the season, coach Steve Clifford left the team.
In July 2021, Jamahl Mosley was named the new head coach. In the 2021 NBA draft, the Magic selected Jalen Suggs and Franz Wagner.
The Paolo Banchero Era (2022–present)
Paolo Banchero's First Year (2022–23)
On June 23, 2022, the Magic selected Paolo Banchero from Duke University with the first overall pick in the 2022 NBA draft. Banchero helped the Magic improve their record from 22 wins to 34 wins. He averaged 20 points per game and was chosen as the Rookie of the Year.
In the 2023 NBA draft, the Magic selected Anthony Black and Jett Howard. In July 2023, Anthony Parker was promoted to general manager.
Playoff Rise (2023–present)
The 2023–24 season saw the young Orlando Magic become a playoff team. Paolo Banchero made his first All-Star team. Jalen Suggs was named to the All-Defensive Second Team. The Magic finished with 47 wins and 35 losses, earning the fifth seed in the Eastern Conference. They pushed the Cleveland Cavaliers to seven games in the first round of the playoffs but lost Game 7.
Home Arenas
Kia Center: The Magic's Current Home
The Magic's current home is the Kia Center. It opened on October 1, 2010, and was originally called the Amway Center. The Magic played their first game there on October 10 against the New Orleans Hornets. In 2012, the Kia Center hosted the NBA All-Star Weekend.
When it opened, the arena had the largest Jumbotron (a huge video screen) in the NBA. It also has long digital screens and a large video display outside. On December 20, 2023, the arena was officially renamed the Kia Center.
The Kia Center is also home to the Orlando Solar Bears hockey team and the Orlando Predators arena football team.
Amway Arena: The Former Home
Amway Arena opened in 1989 and was the Magic's home until the 2009–10 season. It was first known as the Orlando Arena, or "O-Rena." Later, it was called the TD Waterhouse Centre and then Amway Arena. It hosted many sports and entertainment events.
Team Identity
Logos and Uniforms
The Orlando Magic's look has changed several times over the years.
Original Pinstripes (1989–1998)
The first Magic uniforms had black pinstripes on white for home games and black with pinstripes for away games. The team's logo featured a basketball with stars and the word "Magic" with a star instead of the "A." The colors were black, a special electric blue, and silver. In 1994, the away uniform changed to blue with white pinstripes.
Sublimated Stars (1998–2003)
For their 10th anniversary in 1998, the Magic got a new look. The pinstripes moved to the sides, and the uniforms had stars in the background. Both home (white) and away (blue) jerseys featured the "Magic" wordmark.
Back to Basics (2003–2008)
In 2003, for their 15th anniversary, the Magic changed their uniforms again. They went for a simpler look without pinstripes or stars on the main part of the jersey. Home jerseys were white with blue "Magic" letters. Away jerseys were blue with white "Orlando" letters. The team also wore their original pinstriped jerseys as special alternate uniforms sometimes.
Pinstripes Return (2008–2017)
For the 2008–09 season, the Magic brought back pinstripes to celebrate their 20th anniversary. The new design mixed parts of their past uniforms. Home jerseys were white with silver pinstripes, and away jerseys were blue with white pinstripes. They also added a black alternate uniform with silver pinstripes.
Special Jerseys
In 2014, the Magic introduced a silver sleeved uniform. In 2016, they added a "Stars" alternate jersey, which was dark gray with a star pattern.
Nike Era (2017–present)
When Nike became the NBA's uniform provider in 2017, the Magic made small changes. They kept white "Association" uniforms, blue "Icon" uniforms, and black "Statement" uniforms. The black uniforms changed from silver to blue pinstripes. Starting in 2019, the black uniform became the "Icon" uniform, and a new blue uniform became the "Statement" uniform. This blue uniform combined elements from different past designs.
City Edition Jerseys
Each year, Nike creates special "City" edition uniforms that honor local culture or team history.
- 2017–18 and 2018–19: Featured a pattern of stars.
- 2019–20 and 2020–21: Used an "anthracite" (grey) or white base with orange letters, honoring Florida's orange industry.
- 2022–23 and 2023–24: Called "Kingdom" jerseys, they had a black base with gothic-style white letters and silver stripes, representing the team and city as a rising kingdom.
- 2024–25: Continued the "Kingdom" theme with a platinum base.
Earned and Classic Jerseys
The Magic also had an "Earned" uniform in 2020, which was white with blue numbers and a star pattern. For their 30th anniversary in 2018–19, they wore blue pinstriped "Classic" uniforms from the 1990s. In 2023–24, they wore the blue "sublimated stars" uniform from 1998–2003 to celebrate their 35th anniversary.
Mascot
Stuff the Magic Dragon has been the Magic's mascot since 1989. He is a friendly dragon whose name is a fun play on words, connecting to "Puff the Magic Dragon" and the basketball term "stuffing" (a slam dunk).
Team Personnel
Current Roster
Retired Numbers
Orlando Magic Retired Numbers | ||||
No. | Player | Position | Years Played | Reference |
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6 1 | Fans ("The Sixth Man") | — | 1989–present | |
32 | Shaquille O'Neal | Center | 1992–1996 |
Notes:
- 1 The number 6 was used again in the 2001–02 season for Patrick Ewing.
- The NBA retired Bill Russell's No. 6 for all teams on August 11, 2022.
Basketball Hall of Famers
These players and coaches who were part of the Orlando Magic have also been honored in the Basketball Hall of Fame.
Orlando Magic Hall of Famers | ||||
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Players | ||||
No. | Name | Position | Years with Magic | Inducted |
21 | Dominique Wilkins | Forward | 1999 | 2006 |
6 | Patrick Ewing 1 | Center | 2001–2002 | 2008 |
32 | Shaquille O'Neal | Center | 1992–1996 | 2016 |
1 | Tracy McGrady | Guard | 2000–2004 | 2017 |
33 | Grant Hill | Forward | 2000–2007 | 2018 |
4 | Ben Wallace | Center/Forward | 1999–2000 | 2021 |
15 | Vince Carter | Guard/Forward | 2009–2010 | 2024 |
Coaches | ||||
Name | Position | Years with Magic | Inducted | |
Chuck Daly 2 | Head coach | 1997–1999 | 1994 |
Notes:
- 1 Patrick Ewing was inducted twice: as a player and as a member of the 1992 Olympic team. He also served as an assistant coach for the Magic.
- 2 Chuck Daly was inducted twice: as a coach and as a member of the 1992 Olympic team.
FIBA Hall of Famers
These Magic-connected individuals are also in the FIBA Hall of Fame, which recognizes international basketball greats.
Orlando Magic Hall of Famers | ||||
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Players | ||||
No. | Name | Position | Years with Magic | Inducted |
32 | Shaquille O'Neal | Center | 1992–1996 | 2017 |
Coaches | ||||
Name | Position | Years with Magic | Inducted | |
Chuck Daly 1 | Head coach | 1997–1999 | 2021 |
Notes:
- 1 Chuck Daly was inducted into the FIBA Hall of Fame twice: as a coach and as a member of the 1992 Olympic team.
Orlando Magic Hall of Fame
The Orlando Magic started their own Hall of Fame in 2014. It honors players, coaches, and staff who have made a big difference for the team and in the community.
Orlando Magic Hall of Fame | ||||
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Players | ||||
No. | Name | Position | Years with Magic | Inducted |
25 | Nick Anderson | Guard | 1989–1999 | 2014 |
32 | Shaquille O'Neal | Center | 1992–1996 | 2015 |
1 | Penny Hardaway | Guard | 1993–1999 | 2017 |
1 | Tracy McGrady | Guard/Forward | 2000–2004 | 2018 |
10 | Darrell Armstrong | Guard | 1995–2003 | 2020 |
3 | Dennis Scott | Forward | 1990–1997 | 2023 |
Staff | ||||
Name | Position | Years with Magic | Inducted | |
Pat Williams | Co-founder | 1988–present | 2014 | |
Richard DeVos | Owner | 1991–2018 | 2016 | |
Jim Hewitt | Founder | — | 2017 | |
David Steele | Broadcaster | 1989–present | 2019 | |
Brian Hill | Head coach | 1993–1997 2005–2007 |
2022 | |
John Gabriel | General manager | 1996–2004 | 2022 |
Head Coaches
Season-by-Season Record
Here are the results for the Orlando Magic's last five seasons. Note: GP = Games played, W = Wins, L = Losses, W–L% = Winning percentage
Season | GP | W | L | W–L% | Finish | Playoffs |
2019–20 | 73 | 33 | 40 | .452 | 2nd, Southeast | Lost in First Round, 1–4 (Bucks) |
2020–21 | 72 | 21 | 51 | .292 | 5th, Southeast | Did not qualify |
2021–22 | 82 | 22 | 60 | .268 | 5th, Southeast | Did not qualify |
2022–23 | 82 | 34 | 48 | .415 | 4th, Southeast | Did not qualify |
2023–24 | 82 | 47 | 35 | .573 | 1st, Southeast | Lost in First Round, 3–4 (Cavaliers) |
Team Rivalries
Orlando Magic vs. Miami Heat
The Orlando Magic and the Miami Heat have a strong rivalry because both teams are in Florida. This is often called the "Sunshine State rivalry." It became even more exciting when star players like Shaquille O'Neal and Penny Hardaway played for Orlando, and Alonzo Mourning and Tim Hardaway played for Miami. They first met in the NBA playoffs in 1997, with Miami winning.
The rivalry grew even stronger in the 2000s and early 2010s. This was when Dwyane Wade led the Heat and Dwight Howard led the Magic. When the Heat added superstars like LeBron James and Chris Bosh in 2010, the games became very competitive.
The rivalry became less intense after Dwight Howard left the Magic in 2012. The Orlando Magic have been rebuilding their team since then.
Orlando Magic vs. Atlanta Hawks
The Atlanta Hawks and the Orlando Magic also had a fierce rivalry. This was mainly due to their playoff games and the rise of stars like Dwight Howard for Orlando and Josh Smith for Atlanta. Both players were drafted in 2004 and grew up in Georgia.
The two teams played each other in the playoffs three times. The Magic beat the Hawks in 1996 and swept them in 2010. However, the Hawks eliminated the Magic in 2011.
Media Coverage
Television Broadcasts
The Orlando Magic games are currently broadcast on Bally Sports Florida. The play-by-play announcer is David Steele, and the color analyst is Jeff Turner, who used to play for the Magic. Paul Kennedy and Dante Marchetelli are courtside reporters. Marchetelli, former coach Brian Hill, and former Magic player Nick Anderson host the pre-game and post-game shows.
Radio Broadcasts
Magic games are broadcast on the Magic Radio Network. The main station is AM 580 WDBO in Orlando. Other stations across Florida also carry the games.
Team Leaders
Franchise Leaders: All-Time Stats
Bold means the player is still active with the team.
Italic means the player is still active but not with the team.
Points Scored (Regular Season) (as of the 2023–24 NBA season)
- Dwight Howard (11,435)
- Nick Anderson (10,650)
- Nikola Vucevic (10,423)
- Tracy McGrady (8,298)
- Jameer Nelson (8,184)
- Shaquille O'Neal (8,019)
- Hedo Turkoglu (7,216)
- Evan Fournier (7,049)
- Penny Hardaway (7,018)
- Dennis Scott (6,603)
- Darrell Armstrong (5,898)
- Aaron Gordon (5,507)
- Scott Skiles (4,966)
- Horace Grant (4,638)
- Terrance Ross (4,427)
- Rashard Lewis (4,194)
- Franz Wagner (4,103)
- Pat Garrity (3,800)
- JJ Redick (3,662)
- Victor Oladipo (3,551)
Other Statistics (Regular Season) (as of the 2022–23 NBA season)
Most Minutes Played | |
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Player | Minutes |
Dwight Howard | 22,471 |
Nick Anderson | 22,440 |
Jameer Nelson | 19,038 |
Nikola Vucevic | 18,791 |
Hedo Turkoglu | 16,233 |
Darrell Armstrong | 14,234 |
Horace Grant | 14,233 |
Penny Hardaway | 13,721 |
Evan Fournier | 13,714 |
Dennis Scott | 13,692 |
Most Rebounds | |
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Player | Rebounds |
Dwight Howard | 8,072 |
Nikola Vucevic | 6,381 |
Shaquille O'Neal | 3,691 |
Nick Anderson | 3,667 |
Horace Grant | 3,353 |
Aaron Gordon | 2,753 |
Hedo Turkoglu | 2,221 |
Bo Outlaw | 2,160 |
Tracy McGrady | 2,067 |
Jameer Nelson | 2,038 |
Most Assists | |
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Player | Assists |
Jameer Nelson | 3,501 |
Scott Skiles | 2,776 |
Darrell Armstrong | 2,555 |
Penny Hardaway | 2,343 |
Nick Anderson | 1,937 |
Hedo Turkoglu | 1,927 |
Elfrid Payton | 1,805 |
Nikola Vucevic | 1,668 |
Tracy McGrady | 1,533 |
Evan Fournier | 1,299 |
Most Steals | |
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Player | Steals |
Nick Anderson | 1,004 |
Darrell Armstrong | 830 |
Penny Hardaway | 718 |
Dwight Howard | 626 |
Jameer Nelson | 619 |
Nikola Vucevic | 537 |
Tracy McGrady | 452 |
Dennis Scott | 429 |
Horace Grant | 426 |
Hedo Turkoglu | 425 |
Most Blocks | |
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Player | Blocks |
Dwight Howard | 1,344 |
Shaquille O'Neal | 824 |
Nikola Vucevic | 550 |
Bo Outlaw | 536 |
Horace Grant | 415 |
Mo Bamba | 364 |
Nick Anderson | 338 |
Tracy McGrady | 292 |
Jonathan Isaac | 280 |
Aaron Gordon | 277 |
Most Three-Pointers Made | |
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Player | 3-Pointers Made |
Dennis Scott | 981 |
Nick Anderson | 900 |
Evan Fournier | 895 |
Jameer Nelson | 874 |
Hedo Turkoglu | 794 |
Terrance Ross | 697 |
Rashard Lewis | 658 |
Darrell Armstrong | 654 |
Pat Garrity | 624 |
JJ Redick | 549 |
Individual Records: Best Performances
- Most points in one game: 62 by Tracy McGrady on March 10, 2004, against the Washington Wizards.
- Most points in one half: 37 by Tracy McGrady in the first half on March 9, 2003, against the Denver Nuggets.
- Most points in one quarter: 25 by Tracy McGrady in the second quarter on March 9, 2003, against the Denver Nuggets.
- Most free throws made in one game: 21 by Dwight Howard on January 12, 2012, against the Golden State Warriors.
- Most free throws attempted in one game: 39 by Dwight Howard on January 12, 2012, against the Golden State Warriors (an NBA record!).
- Most points in a playoff game: 46 by Dwight Howard in 2011 and Tracy McGrady in 2003.
- Most assists made in one game: 30 by Scott Skiles on December 30, 1990, against the Denver Nuggets (an NBA record!).
- Most rebounds in one game: 29 by Nikola Vučević on December 31, 2012, against the Miami Heat.
Team Achievements and Awards
Individual Awards: Magic Players and Coaches Honored
NBA Defensive Player of the Year
- Dwight Howard – 2009, 2010, 2011
NBA Rookie of the Year
- Shaquille O'Neal – 1993
- Mike Miller – 2001
- Paolo Banchero – 2023
NBA Sixth Man of the Year
- Darrell Armstrong – 1999
NBA Sportsmanship Award
- Grant Hill – 2005
NBA Most Improved Player of the Year
- Scott Skiles – 1991
- Darrell Armstrong – 1999
- Tracy McGrady – 2001
- Hedo Türkoğlu – 2008
- Ryan Anderson – 2012
NBA Coach of the Year
- Doc Rivers – 2000
NBA Executive of the Year
- John Gabriel – 2000
NBA scoring champion
- Shaquille O'Neal – 1995
- Tracy McGrady – 2003, 2004
All-NBA First Team
- Penny Hardaway – 1995, 1996
- Tracy McGrady – 2002, 2003
- Dwight Howard – 2008–2012
All-NBA Second Team
- Shaquille O'Neal – 1995
- Tracy McGrady – 2001, 2004
All-NBA Third Team
- Shaquille O'Neal – 1994, 1996
- Penny Hardaway – 1997
- Dwight Howard – 2007
NBA All-Defensive First Team
- Dwight Howard – 2009–2012
NBA All-Defensive Second Team
- Horace Grant – 1995, 1996
- Dwight Howard – 2008
- Jalen Suggs – 2024
NBA All-Rookie First Team
- Dennis Scott – 1991
- Shaquille O'Neal – 1993
- Penny Hardaway – 1994
- Matt Harpring – 1999
- Mike Miller – 2001
- Drew Gooden – 2003
- Dwight Howard – 2005
- Victor Oladipo – 2014
- Elfrid Payton – 2015
- Franz Wagner – 2022
- Paolo Banchero – 2023
NBA All-Rookie Second Team
- Stanley Roberts – 1992
- Michael Doleac – 1999
- Chucky Atkins – 2000
- Gordan Giriček – 2003
- Jameer Nelson – 2005
NBA All-Star Weekend Honors
NBA All-Star Team
- Shaquille O'Neal – 1993–1996
- Penny Hardaway – 1995–1998
- Tracy McGrady – 2001–2004
- Grant Hill – 2001, 2005
- Dwight Howard – 2007–2012
- Rashard Lewis – 2009
- Jameer Nelson – 2009
- Nikola Vučević – 2019, 2021
- Paolo Banchero – 2024
NBA All-Star Head Coaches
- Brian Hill – 1995
- Stan Van Gundy – 2010
See also
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