Magic quickly reminding NBA why they're still on the cusp of massive breakthrough

Fansided | November 4, 2025

Orlando is exhibiting traits of a championship contender despite their slow start to the season.

Oct 27, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Orlando Magic forward Paolo Banchero (5) reacts with center Wendell Carter Jr. (34) after a score against the Philadelphia 76ers during the fourth quarter at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images | Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

It's been an up-and-down start to the season for the Orlando Magic in 2025-26. But even despite a 3-4 start to the campaign, fans can take solace in the fact that this team is beating the opponents they're supposed to.