Locked On Magic - Daily Podcast On The Orlando Magic

The Orlando Magic ended their four-game losing streak with a gritty and determined effort over the Sacramento Kings. They played with the defensive heart and attitude they will need to build their identity.That did not solve all of their problems. Their offense still hit a rut after a hot shooting effort.They got their answer from Franz Wagner's 33 points, seven rebounds and seven assists. He controlled every aspect of the game, as he has controlled every aspect this season. He is leading the league in drives per game, among the league leaders in assists per game and usage rate.He is everything for the Magic. And he led the team to a much-needed victory. As he will need to do moving forward.The Magic got the win they needed. But there is still a lot to clean up and improve. This remained a step in the right direction.00:00 Franz Wagner's key role for Magic07:22 Wagner's standout game analysis16:53 Team's defensive effort shines20:15 Magic's hustle and determination26:35 Magic's defense and offensive design33:03 Analyzing Magic's Defensive GameSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!5-Hour ENERGYSpice up your season with rich pumpkin flavor and bold cinnamon swagger in every sip.  Pumpkin Spice 5-hour ENERGY®️ shots are available for a limited time in stores and on https://5hourENERGY.com or Amazon.  KALSHIToday's episode is brought to you by Kalshi. For a limited time, Download Kalshi and use code Locked On to get $25 when you trade $25. Kalshi. Trade what’s next.GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.FanDuelThis season, FanDuel is making the excitement go beyond what happens on the field with the all-new FanDuel Rewards Club, featuring exclusive offers, surprises, and more. Every week, check the FanDuel app to see what’s waiting for you or visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Orlando Magic are facing early-season adversity as they struggle to find their footing amid injuries and a new coach. They have fallen to 2-7 and see progress in their play. But they must put those pieces together and get wins to stay in the Eastern Conference chase.This week presents a major opportunity to pick up ground and gain confidence. The Magic play three teams with one win each and statistical profiles worse than theirs. If the Magic are serious about returning to the Playoffs, they must sweep these three games and begin building habits that lead to winning.Orlando is still in the chase, for now. But that can change with another bad week with opportunities to score confidence-building wins.00:00 Orlando Magic's Path to Victory04:01 Franz leading the Magic's efforts16:31 Challenges with Magic's Roster and Injuries20:22 Magic's ball movement issues27:19 Magic vs Sacramento must-win game31:03 Team challenges and Paolo's returnSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!5-Hour ENERGYSpice up your season with rich pumpkin flavor and bold cinnamon swagger in every sip.  Pumpkin Spice 5-hour ENERGY®️ shots are available for a limited time in stores and on https://5hourENERGY.com or Amazon.  KALSHIToday's episode is brought to you by Kalshi. For a limited time, Download Kalshi and use code Locked On to get $25 when you trade $25. Kalshi. Trade what’s next.GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.FanDuelThis season, FanDuel is making the excitement go beyond what happens on the field with the all-new FanDuel Rewards Club, featuring exclusive offers, surprises, and more. Every week, check the FanDuel app to see what’s waiting for you or visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Orlando Magic are a team at a crossroads. They have acknowledged that they will make a move to break apart this roster in the face of their rising payroll. The league is already predicting and preparing for the Magic to be active at the trade deadline.Their struggles are only causing the sharks to circle the team faster. There are already plenty of commentators trying to pick at the carcas and extract value from this Magic roster.But Orlando is in a strange spot. They have every reason to keep trying to win even as they try to decrease their payroll. This is a team poised to reset more than retool. And that is not what the rest of the league seems to think they will do.Orlando does not seem ready to make the big decision about their roster. There is a lot of basketball to play. And Orlando is not anywhere near out of the postseason chase yet.00:00 Discussing Magic's trade strategy06:12 Orlando Magic trade speculations10:56 Magic's trade deadline strategy20:36 Evaluating Jalen Suggs' Impact and Future28:16 Magic's trade options and strategy35:26 Early trade speculation discussionSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!5-Hour ENERGYSpice up your season with rich pumpkin flavor and bold cinnamon swagger in every sip.  Pumpkin Spice 5-hour ENERGY®️ shots are available for a limited time in stores and on https://5hourENERGY.com or Amazon.  KALSHIToday's episode is brought to you by Kalshi. For a limited time, Download Kalshi and use code Locked On to get $25 when you trade $25. Kalshi. Trade what’s next.GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.FanDuelThis season, FanDuel is making the excitement go beyond what happens on the field with the all-new FanDuel Rewards Club, featuring exclusive offers, surprises, and more. Every week, check the FanDuel app to see what’s waiting for you or visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Orlando Magic looked more like the team they will need to be to be successful this season. They put more of their pieces together. But they still came up short in overtime, unable to answer the final question that Stephen Curry asked them down the stretch.The Magic overcame many of their biggest flaws -- their poor shooting, their turnovers and their rebounding -- and turned them into strengths to take back the lead and give themselves a chance to win.But that is all it was, a chance to win. The Magic failed to seize that chance and score the victory, missing key shots and succumbing to Curry's brilliance.The Magic are searching for something to build confidence on. Their loss on Saturday was still a loss. And the team has fallen to 2-7.This is not a team playing for moral victories. They may be closer to their identity, but this game's importance will only be determined whether they learn the right lessons and carry over their effort or if they return to their frustrating play.00:00 Discussing Orlando Magic's performance05:51 Discussing the Magic's upcoming games13:36 Golden State vs. Orlando recap20:58 Third quarter comeback strategy27:57 Magic's shooting and strategy issues31:37 Evaluating Sean Sweeney's coaching impactSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!5-Hour ENERGYSpice up your season with rich pumpkin flavor and bold cinnamon swagger in every sip.  Pumpkin Spice 5-hour ENERGY®️ shots are available for a limited time in stores and on https://5hourENERGY.com or Amazon.  KALSHIToday's episode is brought to you by Kalshi. For a limited time, Download Kalshi and use code Locked On to get $25 when you trade $25. Kalshi. Trade what’s next.GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.FanDuelThis season, FanDuel is making the excitement go beyond what happens on the field with the all-new FanDuel Rewards Club, featuring exclusive offers, surprises, and more. Every week, check the FanDuel app to see what’s waiting for you or visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Orlando Magic needed a game to get their feet under them and break some bad habits that have led to their slow start.The Phoenix Suns' poor defense did not give them that stability. Instead, they turned the ball over one nearly a quarter of their possessions and handed the game to the Suns, 117-104.Orlando is trying to get its ship right. But the team cannot do that if it does not get out of its own way. The turnovers prevented the Magic from making any run and eventually buried them in a 30-point hole.The Magic are not in full panic mode quite yet. But their chances to right the ship are shrinking quickly. The Magic must find a way to simplify their offense and execute better to get the season back on track.00:00 Suns' turning point game06:32 Orlando struggles in first half15:45 Fans' frustration with the team19:19 Magic's turnover struggles and defense23:51 Magic's offensive struggles and solutions32:50 Wendell Carter's impactful season start36:34 Wendell Carter's consistent performanceSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!OdooGreat organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at https://Odoo.com/lockedon.5-Hour ENERGYSpice up your season with rich pumpkin flavor and bold cinnamon swagger in every sip.  Pumpkin Spice 5-hour ENERGY®️ shots are available for a limited time in stores and on https://5hourENERGY.com or Amazon.  IndeedListeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast.PrizePicksVisit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONNBA and use code LOCKEDONNBA and get $150 if you win your first $5 lineup!QuoMoney is on the line. Always say hello with QUO. Try QUO for free PLUS get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to https://Quo.com/LOCKEDONNBA.WayfairTransform your space with pieces that hold up to real life.  Join Wayfair Rewards today and get five percent back on every purchase.  Head to https://Wayfair.com or shop the Wayfair app for all things home. Every style. Every home.KALSHIToday's episode is brought to you by Kalshi. For a limited time, Download Kalshi and use code Locked On to get $25 when you trade $25. Kalshi. Trade what’s next.GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.FanDuelThis season, FanDuel is making the excitement go beyond what happens on the field with the all-new FanDuel Rewards Club, featuring exclusive offers, surprises, and more. Every week, check the FanDuel app to see what’s waiting for you or visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.