The Orlando Magic are now a perennial playoff contender.<\/p>\n
They’re led by an all-around forward in Paolo Banchero<\/a>, who has become their offensive hub<\/a>. The talent gap between he and second-in-command Franz Wagner<\/a> isn’t particularly large. They have several upper-echelon defenders in the backcourt (namely Jalen Suggs<\/a>, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope<\/a>, and Anthony Black<\/a>), which is a rarity in today’s league. Their center rotation doesn’t have any All-Stars, just gritty grinders with underrated skill.<\/p>\n On top of that, Magic head coach Jamahl Mosley has proven himself to be elite. He’s not just doing it with Xs and Os or player development. He’s instilling confidence in his players; a genuine belief that they can compete with anyone. With their defensive foundation alone, they’re often able to stick with more talented teams.<\/p>\n What Orlando doesn’t have is a reliable go-to scorer in the backcourt. Yet, as time goes on, it’s become obvious that for the Magic to be hitting on all cylinders, that’s exactly what they need. So, instead of trying to get by with a V4 engine, they should make a trade that at least makes them a V6.<\/p>\n While other teams focus on Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler<\/a>, Orlando can turn their attention to other targets. They could use a more reliable catch-and-shoot option in the frontcourt given Wagner, Tristan Da Silva<\/a> and Jonathan Isaac<\/a>‘s inaccuracy. However, upgrading their backcourt is more important because when the Magic rolls out their top five-man unit, Banchero and Wagner will both be slotted at forward. Consequently, even Brooklyn Nets sharpshooter Cam Johnson<\/a> would be a sixth man for them, at best.<\/p>\n Thus, the top trade target for Orlando is Utah Jazz guard Collin Sexton<\/a>. A former lottery pick who’s been thought to be available since last season, Sexton is a high-octane offensive option averaging 18.3 points in 28.9 minutes per game. He’s also highly efficient, posting .480-.416-.901 shooting splits in 2024-25.<\/p>\n Jazz CG Collin Sexton averaged 23.5 PPG and 4 APG on 59.4% FG and 45.5 3P% in his last two games while facing off against title contenders (Nuggets on 12\/30, Knicks on 1\/1)<\/p>\n (Will Hardy has drawn up some nice plays for him too)<\/p>\n Great way to close 2024 and open 2025 pic.twitter.com\/hOgsZPPcsZ<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 \u211a (@qshironalberti3) January 2, 2025<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\nMagic Need To Trade For Jazz’s Collin Sexton<\/h2>\n
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