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Orlando Magic must win now for one costly reason

The Orlando Magic knew the salary cap would come for them. They will avoid the apron this year, but they are locked into their roster and likely diving deep into the apron next year.

The Orlando Magic have spoken openly about their title aspirations. That is not merely bluster. It is necessary with how much their payroll is set to grow. | Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

For several years, president of basketball operations Jeff Weltman has warned that the salary cap would come for the Orlando Magic.