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Orlando Magic's Future Uncertain After Playoff Struggles

4/16/2026

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The Orlando Magic drafted Paolo Banchero as the No. 1 pick in the 2022 NBA Draft.
After winning Rookie of the Year, the franchise built around him by trading for Desmond Bane.
Banchero's playoff performance faltered.
That faltering contributed to a play-in loss against the Philadelphia 76ers.
Fans now face a reality that the team's future may not be as bright.

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The Orlando Magic drafted Paolo Banchero as the No. 1 pick in the 2022 NBA Draft.
After winning Rookie of the Year, the franchise built around him by trading for Desmond Bane.
Banchero's playoff performance faltered.
That faltering contributed to a play-in loss against the Philadelphia 76ers.
Fans now face a reality that the team's future may not be as bright.