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Magical firsts — Part I: In the beginning

Less than one month separates us from the start of the Orlando Magic’s 2022-23 season. For the franchise, this will be its 34th season.

Short of an NBA title, the Magic have accomplished many things throughout their history. We begin a three-part series by looking back on some franchise firsts.

In this piece, we’ll revisit the franchise’s first points, opponent, win, draft pick and more.

First Draft Pick: Nick Anderson, G (No. 11 overall in 1989 NBA Draft)

Nick Anderson, a 6-foot-6 guard from Illinois, would be the first player ever drafted by the Orlando Magic and he turned out to be a good one.