Fansided · Oct 19, 2025
Orlando Magic still need to change approach to team building
The Orlando Magic are not known for making major mid-season moves. But after this summer's blockbuster, the team cannot rest on its laurels or rest easy to stay in title contention.
Jeff Weltman made the big move this summer to acquire Desmond Bane. It was a rare trade for Weltman. It will not be the last. | Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn ImagesThe Orlando Magic handed out a copy of their roster before media day began a few weeks ago.
Toward the bottom of that sheet of paper was a list that read "How They Were Built," which listed how the Magic acquired every player on the roster. There were, of course, a lot of players drafted -- eight to be exact. And their share of free agents.