Andrew Cherico

Joined: Apr 29, 2025

Andrew Cherico is an avid NBA and Orlando Magic fan who has covered the University of Central Florida football, basketball and baseball for the past few years as a student.

Apr 1, 2017; Glendale, AZ, USA; NBA former player Tracy McGrady speaks during the Naismith Hall of Game Press Conference at University of Phoenix Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images

Dec 23, 2024; Orlando, Florida, USA; Orlando Magic guard Jalen Suggs (4) looks on against the Boston Celtics in the third quarter at Kia Center. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

Apr 15, 2025; Orlando, Florida, USA; Orlando Magic forward Paolo Banchero (5) reacts after basket against the Atlanta Hawks in the fourth quarter at Kia Center. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

Apr 15, 2025; Orlando, Florida, USA; Orlando Magic guard Anthony Black (0) reacts after making a basket against the Atlanta Hawks in the first quarter at Kia Center. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

Feb 15, 2025; San Francisco, CA, USA; Former NBA player Tracy McGrady looks on during the skills challenge during All Star Saturday Night ahead of the 2025 NBA All Star Game at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images

Tracy McGrady, one of the Orlando Magic’s greatest scorers, is ranked among the NBA’s top 25 players of the 21st century due to his prime in Orlando.

Apr 10, 2022; Denver, Colorado, USA; Los Angeles Lakers center Dwight Howard (39) during the second half against the Denver Nuggets at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

Dwight Howard ranks above Anthony Davis on CBS Sports’ top 25 players of the 21st century list, thanks to his historic streak.

Dec 1, 2024; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Orlando Magic head coach Jamahl Mosley looks on during the second half against the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images

Orlando Magic coach Jamahl Mosley is boldly projected by ESPN insiders to win NBA Coach of the Year.

Jun 6, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Shaquille O'Neal looks on before the game between the Boston Celtics and the Dallas Mavericks in game one of the 2024 NBA Finals at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images

Orlando Magic legend Shaquille O’Neal ranked highly, highlighting his dominance and legacy in Orlando and beyond.

Dwight Howard takes photo with fan at BIG 3 championship game in Addition Financial Arena, Orlando, FL

Orlando Magic legend Dwight Howard returned to Orlando for the BIG3 All-Star Game, in an MVP showing he shared his heartfelt joy to hometown fans.

Apr 27, 2025; Orlando, Florida, USA; Orlando Magic forward Paolo Banchero (5) shoots a three point shot against the Boston Celtics in the first quarter during game four of first round for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Kia Center. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

Orlando Magic’s Paolo Banchero, Franz Wagner, Jalen Suggs and Desmond Bane all see shocking overall decreases in NBA2K26

Sep 10, 2022; Springfield, MA, USA; Tim Duncan on stage during the 2022 Basketball Hall of Fame induction for Manu Ginobili at Symphony Hall. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

Explore the Orlando Magic’s biggest ‘what if’ of the past 25 years as Tim Duncan nearly joined the franchise.

Mar 29, 2025; Orlando, Florida, USA; Orlando Magic forward Tristan da Silva (23) passes the ball against the Sacramento Kings in the fourth quarter at Kia Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Reper-Imagn Images

Orlando Magic forward Tristan da Silva is projected for a reduced role despite showing leadership in his rookie season.

Jan 17, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Orlando Magic head coach Jamahl Mosley looks on during the first half against the Boston Celtics at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-Imagn Images

Jalen Suggs projected over Paolo Banchero, as the Orlando Magic’s biggest breakout candidate next season, due to his defensive grit and offensive upside.

Apr 25, 2025; Orlando, Florida, USA; Orlando Magic forward Paolo Banchero (5) grabs the rebound against the Boston Celtics during the second half of game three of first round for the 2024 NBA Playoffs at Kia Center. Mandatory Credit: Mike Watters-Imagn Images

Orlando Magic’s starting five ranks among the league's best, displaying youth, star power, and potential with Desmond Bane, Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner

Apr 27, 2025; Orlando, Florida, USA; Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner (22) warms up before game four of first round for the 2025 NBA Playoffs against the Boston Celtics at Kia Center. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

Franz Wagner and Desmond Bane are earning national praise as the Orlando Magic’s rising duo, as the perfect fit to push the team closer to contention.

Feb 21, 2025; Orlando, Florida, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Desmond Bane (22) warms up before the game against the Orlando Magic at Kia Center. Mandatory Credit: Mike Watters-Imagn Images

The Orlando Magic are earning national respect due to key offseason moves, with Desmond Bane and Paolo Banchero leading the charge.

Andrew Cherico

Joined: Apr 29, 2025

Magic Icon Tracy McGrady Cracks The Top 10 In Legendary List

Magic's Jalen Suggs Boldly Predicted In Running For Top Defensive Honor

Magic's Paolo Banchero Tabbed As Wild Card For Ultimate Award Next Season

Magic Land Rising Former First-Round Pick In Trade Proposal

Magic Legend Tracy McGrady Listed For Prestigious All-Time Honor

Magic Legend Dwight Howard Edges Out Anthony Davis For One Reason

Magic's Jamahl Mosley Projected To Win Highly-Coveted Honor

Magic Legend Shaquille O'Neal Cracks Top 5 In Prestigious List

Dwight Howard Makes Joyous Return To Orlando At BIG3 All-Star Game

Magic Players See Shocking Rating Decrease In NBA 2K26

Legend Tim Duncan Tops Magic’s Biggest ‘What If’ In Franchise History

Magic's Tristan da Silva Boldly Projected To Underachieve For One Reason

Magic Guard Shockingly Picked To Take Biggest Leap On Team

Magic's Starting Five Receives Major Honor In Latest Power Rankings

Magic's Franz Wagner, Desmond Bane Hoping To Make Crowning Achievement

Orlando Magic Gaining National Respect for One Key Reason