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Feb 21, 2025; Orlando, Florida, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Desmond Bane (22) drives past Orlando Magic forward Tristan da Silva (23) during the second half at Kia Center. Mandatory Credit: Mike Watters-Imagn Images

Orlando Magic's Desmond Bane Trade Package Ranks Among Largest In NBA History

The Orlando Magic gave up a massive package for Desmond Bane, but where does it rank among the biggest in the past decade?

Orlando Magic's Desmond Bane Trade Package Ranks Among Largest In NBA History

The Orlando Magic gave up a massive package for Desmond Bane, but where does it rank among the biggest in the past decade?

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Mar 6, 2025; Orlando, Florida, USA; Orlando Magic head coach Jamahl Mosley reacts during a time out against the Chicago Bulls in the third quarter at Kia Center. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

Orlando Magic Center May Need A New Home As Roster Uncertainty Looms

The Orlando Magic's front office seems to be reinventing the roster in order to contend, and it's hard to say who is safe and who isn't.

Apr 13, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Orlando Magic head coach Jamahl Mosley on the court during the game against the Atlanta Hawks during the second half at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images

Orlando Magic Predicted To Cut Ties With Former First-Round Pick

The Orlando Magic are diving head first into free agency after making a series of transactions in the last week.

Apr 24, 2025; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Desmond Bane (22) dribbles as Oklahoma City Thunder guard Alex Caruso (9) defends during the second quarter during game three for the first round of the 2025 NBA Playoffs at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

ESPN Analyst Says Orlando Magic Still Lack One Glaring Key Piece

After the Desmond Bane trade, Tim Legler thinks the Orlando Magic aren't yet contenders in Eastern Conference

Apr 29, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (0) shoots the ball against Orlando Magic guard Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (3) in the third quarter during game five of first round for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images

Ex-Orlando Magic Guard Predicted To Land On Contender After Being Dumped

Former Orlando Magic guard Gary Harris may end up on a playoff roster after being one of the odd men out following the acquisition of Desmond Bane.

Apr 27, 2025; Orlando, Florida, USA; Orlando Magic guard Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (3) controls the ball against the Boston Celtics in the second quarter during game four of first round for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Kia Center. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

Jeff Weltman Reveals Why Orlando Magic Parted Ways With Kentavious Caldwell-Pope

The Orlando Magic had to make an extremely difficult decision trading Kentavious Caldwell-Pope for Desmond Bane

Oct 26, 2024; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Desmond Bane (22) shoots as Orlando Magic guard Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (3) defends during the second half at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

Orlando Magic Could Face High-Priced Complications After Desmond Bane Trade

The Orlando Magic are bought into winning now after trading for Desmond Bane, but it may pose some challenges for the future.

Oct 11, 2022; Orlando, Florida, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Desmond Bane (22) goes to the basket against Orlando Magic center Wendell Carter Jr. (34) during the second half at Amway Center. Mandatory Credit: Mike Watters-Imagn Images

Newly Acquired Desmond Bane Discusses Championship Hopes For Orlando Magic

Orlando Magic guard Desmond Bane hints at competing for a championship for years to come.

Desmond Bane Reveals Orlando Magic As Top Destination Prior To Trade

While the Orlando Magic were aggressively pursuing Desmond Bane, he wanted to be with the franchise all along.

Jan 28, 2024; Orlando, Florida, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant (35) drives to the hoop past Orlando Magic forward Jonathan Isaac (1) in the second quarter at the Kia Center. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

NBA Insider Proposes Shocking Kevin Durant Trade to Orlando Magic

After acquiring Desmond Bane, one NBA insider believes the Orlando Magic could potentially pursue Kevin Durant

Mar 21, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Orlando Magic guard Cory Joseph (10) handles the ball during the second quarter against the Washington Wizards at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Reggie Hildred-Imagn Images

Orlando Magic Fans React To Declined Team Options On Veteran Guards

Orlando Magic fans express their thoughts on Gary Harris and Cory Joseph getting their team option declined.

Jan 17, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Orlando Magic guard Cole Anthony (50) warms up before a game against the Boston Celtics at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-Imagn Images

Orlando Magic GM Anthony Parker Sends Heartfelt Message To Traded Veterans

Trading Kentavious Caldwell-Pope and Cole Anthony leaves a strongly missed veteran presence on the Orlando Magic

Jun 24, 2022; Orlando, Florida, USA; Orlando Magic president of basketball operations Jeff Weltman (left), second round draft pick Caleb Houstan (center left), first overall draft pick Paolo Banchero (center right) and Orlando Magic Coach Jamahl Mosley during a press conference at the Amway Center. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

Orlando Magic's Draft Plans Are Same Despite Desmond Bane Trade

The Orlando Magic elevated their roster by acquiring Memphis Grizzlies guard Desmond Bane, but the organization remains committed to the NBA Draft.

Mar 21, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Orlando Magic guard Gary Harris (14) looks on before the game against the Washington Wizards at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Reggie Hildred-Imagn Images

Orlando Magic Decline Team-Option Deals for Gary Harris, Cory Joseph

The Orlando Magic declined team option deals for Gary Harris and Cory Joseph as part of trading for Desmond Bane

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

Multiple Teams Attempted To Trade For Orlando Magic's Young Core

Before the massive trade for Desmond Bane, Orlando Magic president Jeff Weltman reveals other teams inquired about their core

Nov 6, 2024; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Orlando Magic guard Jalen Suggs (4) dribbles the ball while Indiana Pacers guard Ben Sheppard (26) defends in the second half at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

Colin Cowherd Puts Orlando Magic On Different Level After Desmond Bane Trade

NBA insider Colin Cowherd believes the Orlando Magic can be the new Indiana Pacers after acquisition of Desmond Bane.

Orlando Magic Choose Homegrown Players Over Draft Picks In Desmond Bane Deal

Orlando Magic's acquisition of Desmond Bane has raised eyebrows due to the substantial assets Orlando relinquished. The Magic's young talent will now need to raise their level of play, so the team won't regret trading all those picks.

Memphis Grizzlies guard Desmond Bane dribbles as Oklahoma City Thunder guard Alex Caruso defends.

Orlando Magic GM Expects Immediate Impact From Desmond Bane

The Orlando Magic should be a very different team, especially on offense, after the Desmond Bane trade.

Apr 11, 2023; Orlando, Florida, USA; Orlando Magic president of basketball operations Jeff Weltman speaks during a press conference for the new Orlando Magic G-League stadium at Osceola Heritage Park. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

Orlando Magic's Jeff Weltman Waited For Perfect Opportunity To Land Desmond Bane

Jeff Weltman was always looking to improve the Orlando Magic offensively, waiting for the perfect moment to acquire Desmond Bane

NBA Insider Says Orlando Magic Aggressively Outbid Other Teams For Desmond Bane

In an attempt to upgrade the roster around Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner, the Orlando Magic aggressively pursued Desmond Bane.

NBA Insider Feels Orlando Magic Made Up For Last Offseason Disaster

ESPN's Brian Windhorst says Orlando Magic made right call to move on from Kentavious Caldwell-Pope

Apr 26, 2025; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Desmond Bane (22) dribbles as Oklahoma City Thunder guard Cason Wallace (22) and guard Alex Caruso (9) defend during the second quarter during game four for the first round of the 2024 NBA Playoffs at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

ESPN Analyst Says Desmond Bane Immediately Makes Orlando Magic A Contender

ESPN's Jay Williams put Orlando Magic in top five of Eastern Conference after Desmond Bane trade

Oct 11, 2022; Orlando, Florida, USA; Orlando Magic guard Cole Anthony (50) goes to the basket against Memphis Grizzlies guard Desmond Bane (22) during the first quarter at Amway Center. Mandatory Credit: Mike Watters-Imagn Images

Orlando Magic's Desmond Bane Acquisition Sparks Uncertainty For Key Role Player

The Orlando Magic face salary limitations after landing Desmond Bane in blockbuster trade

Apr 26, 2025; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Desmond Bane (22) drives to the basket as Oklahoma City Thunder forward Chet Holmgren (7) defends during the second quarter during game four for the first round of the 2024 NBA Playoffs at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

Bill Simmons Applauds Orlando Magic For Acquiring Desmond Bane

The Orlando Magic's blockbuster move for Desmond Bane drew the praise of Bill Simmons in his latest podcast episode.

Mar 28, 2023; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Desmond Bane (22) shoots for three during the second half against the Orlando Magic at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

Orlando Magic Deemed Winners In Massive Deal For Desmond Bane

The Orlando Magic paid a haul to the Memphis Grizzlies for Desmond Bane but their offense could be the true winners