The Orlando Magic are showcasing their potential as one of the NBA’s youngest and most dynamic teams, clinching back-to-back playoff appearances for the first time since the 2019-2020 seasons. Their playoff journey was cut short last season, losing to the Cleveland Cavaliers in a seven-game series, and this year to the Boston Celtics in five games. With a promising core of Paolo Banchero, Franz Wagner, and Jalen Suggs, the team's future looks bright.

However, following a challenging season plagued by injuries—most notably to Banchero and Wagner, who dealt with torn obliques, and backup center Mo Wagner, who suffered an ACL injury—the Magic are focused on improving their perimeter shooting, where they ranked last in the league during the 2024-2025 season at just 31.5%. This deficiency highlights the need for consistent shooting and the potential for roster changes, including trading players like Cole Anthony and Jonathan Isaac to acquire more seasoned role players, which could help maximize their young talent and foster an even stronger contender in the Eastern Conference.