Most have identified the Orlando Magic as the third biggest threat to win the Eastern Conference behind the Cleveland Cavaliers and New York Knicks in the upcoming 2025-26 season. Those who have done that are ignoring the continued lack of offensive playmaking in Orlando.
The Desmond Bane trade was certainly a step in the right direction when it comes to the Magic addressing the woeful offense that has plagued them throughout a period of otherwise strong overall play. However, it did not solve Orlando's other biggest issue, apart from shooting.
This was something that came up on a recent episode of Locked on Cavs.