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The Denver Nuggets continue to defy logic by playing like a great team without budding stars in Jamal Murray and Michael Porter Jr. Much of this, of course, is due to the absolute brilliance of Nikola Jokic. The big man may very well be on his way to a second consecutive MVP award by leading the Nuggets into the […] READ MORE
The 2022 All-Star Weekend concluded with a fantastic All-Star game. Before that, however, many may argue that the other events were low on excitement. This is particularly true for the NBA Dunk Contest, won by Obi Toppin. It was largely underwhelming, and the NBA must look into ways to bring in more excitement to one of […] READ MORE
This year’s trade deadline brought moves that once again had massive ramifications around the league. Trades cause value changes for players and it is important to know which players are the risers and fallers. These players should be targeted for their upside or traded to try to get back as much as possible. Fantasy Basketball […] READ MORE
After one of the most exhilarating NBA Trade Deadline days in recent memory, it’s time to sort out some of what just happened. One of the day’s biggest blockbuster trades stems around the Orland Magic sending Aaron Gordon to the Denver Nuggets. The Magic will receive Gary Harris, R.J. Hampton, and a first-round pick in […] READ MORE
According to multiple reports, a few teams across the league are gauging the trade value of Orlando Magic forward Aaron Gordon. It has always seemed as if Gordon has not lived up to his potential, but he’s still a solid starter in today’s league. His athleticism and all-around game make him a great piece to have […] READ MORE
According to a report by Shams Charania of The Athletic, the Minnesota Timberwolves are looking to improve at the power forward position. More specifically, targeting John Collins and Aaron Gordon. Report: The Timberwolves have shown interest in John Collins and Aaron Gordon, via @ShamsCharania. pic.twitter.com/BW5cWMkZCk — Hoop Central (@TheHoopCentral) March 4, 2021 The Timberwolves currently […] READ MORE
Trade Ideas for the Orlando Magic The Orlando Magic have developed a habit of doing this. They start the season surprisingly hot, sitting amongst the top four seeds in the Eastern Conference. This start is then immediately canceled out by a dramatic fall off, leaving the team around .500 for the last two months of […] READ MORE
The Orlando Magic have been in a similar situation each of the past two seasons. They have finished around the .500 mark, won their first playoff game and then been eliminated shortly after that by a higher seeded team. This season they are looking to take the next step forward and become a real factor […] READ MORE
The Orlando Magic have been cemented in mediocrity over the past couple of seasons. They have a roster capable of making the playoffs in the Eastern Conference, but nothing more. This season was yet another indication. Orlando made the playoffs as the eighth seed and bowed out four games to one to the Milwaukee Bucks. […] READ MORE
Last Word on Pro Basketball is giving you an NBA Playoffs preview for each series as it begins inside the bubble. The Milwaukee Bucks and Orlando Magic will begin their first-round matchup on Tuesday. The Bucks finished as the top seed in the East with the best record in the NBA at 56-17. On the […] READ MORE