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Magic Pull Off Desmond Bane Blockbuster After LaMelo Ball Rumors

Magic Pull Off Desmond Bane Blockbuster After LaMelo Ball Rumors originally appeared on Athlon Sports.

The Orlando Magic have made strides toward being a contender and took another step forward on Sunday.

The Memphis Grizzlies traded Desmond Bane to the Magic for Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, Cole Anthony, four first-round picks and a first-round pick swap, according to ESPN's Shams Charania. This comes after Charlotte Hornets All-Star LaMelo Ball was rumored as a possible addition in Orlando.

Andy Bailey of Bleacher Report suggested a change for the Magic with Ball being paired with a young core group of players.