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Former Orlando Magic Coach Richie Adubato Passes Away at 87

11/8/2025

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Richie Adubato, former Orlando Magic coach, died on Thursday at age 87, according to a family announcement on social media.
The Orlando Magic expressed condolences and recalled his impact on the team.
Adubato served as the Magic's assistant coach and interim head coach.
He was a radio analyst from 2005 to 2020 and coached 18 years in high school and college.

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Richie Adubato, former Orlando Magic coach, died on Thursday at age 87, according to a family announcement on social media.
The Orlando Magic expressed condolences and recalled his impact on the team.
Adubato served as the Magic's assistant coach and interim head coach.
He was a radio analyst from 2005 to 2020 and coached 18 years in high school and college.