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The Magic keep making us believe

Whenever it looks time to call it quits on the season, Orlando finds a way to rope us back in.

Defense continues to slip as Fournier returns

The Magic defense continued it’s slippage on Wednesday, as Evan Fournier returned.

Notebook: Gordon comes up big against Clippers

The Magic got a career night from Aaron Gordon, but it wasn’t enough as the defense continues to falter without Nikola Vucevic.

Practice Notebook: Meeks progressing, Hezonja happy with game

The Magic will be without one sharpshooter for a while still, while another is comfortable with his game.

Magic slow down Whiteside as injuries pile up

The Magic did a better job on Hassan Whiteside on Friday night, but lost Victor Oladipo to a concussion.

Late-game struggles cost Magic again

The Magic's late game struggles cost them yet again against the Pistons.

Dedmon shines in win over Bulls

Dewayne Dedmon was the spark the Magic needed against the Bulls on Saturday.

Smith comes up big as Magic end Nuggets' run

The Magic got a big game from Jason Smith in their important win against the Denver Nuggets.

Hezonja makes most of his first start

The Magic's two young guns did a lot of good on Sunday night.

Late-game blunders hurt Magic yet again

The Magic have had late-game issues much of the season, and Wednesday's loss to the Spurs was no different.

Poor performances piling up, but Hezonja gets burn

The Magic have struggled recently, and Friday night was no exception, but at least they were able to get Mario Hezonja out for meaningful minutes.

Magic show off balance in impressive win

The Magic are building a better balance through two games of their new starting lineup.

Continued growth key as Magic close out preseason

The Magic showed signs of growth on both ends of the floor this preseason, but know they need to continue to improve to be where they want to be.

Hezonja excels as Magic increase intensity

In this notebook, Zach looks at Mario Hezonja's good night against New Orleans and how the team stretched out its starters.

Gordon returns as Dedmon, Frye play well again

In this notebook, Zach looks at a trio of Magic men who impressed Tuesday and could make large impacts during the season.

Notebook: Despite loss, Magic D shows improvement

In this notebook, Zach examines some of the major points from the Magic's first preseason game.

Magic White falls as Blue dominates

The final day of Summer League has come and gone, with the Magic splitting their two games.

Gratification setting in for Magic White team

The Magic's White team has had a gratifying week, as they continued their winning ways Thursday against the Nets.

Work paying off for Siva as coaches praise Gordon

Peyton Siva has put in a lot of work, and it's paying off for him in his third year. Meanwhile, the Magic's coaches are praising Aaron Gordon for what he's done on the floor.

As team chemistry grows, Aaron Gordon shines

The Magic lost to the Thunder, but Aaron Gordon once again put together a strong performance.

Hezonja hits game-winner as Gordon shines

The Magic kicked off summer league action with a pair of victories on Saturday.

Magic, Knicks make history as Fournier rests

The Magic and the Knicks played the worst quarter in NBA history, and the Magic missed the services of their sharpshooting Frenchman.

Magic close out Bulls in Fournier's return

The Magic finally closed out a close game late, and some of it was due to the return of one of their swingmen.

Harris frustrated as turnovers cost Magic

Tobias Harris had some strong words for his Magic teammates following another tough loss.

Different night, same result for Magic in loss

The Magic have had struggles closing games late, and that was the case once again on Wednesday.

Payton has historic night in Magic victory

In this notebook, Zach looks at Elfrid Payton's streak and how the bench helped out big time against Portland.

Magic bench comes to life

The Magic lost Sunday, but their bench gave them more good minutes against the Hornets.

Magic will try to learn from crushing loss to Heat

The Magic lost another heartbreaker to the Heat, but it could prove beneficial.

Dedmon sparks Magic's defense

The Magic got a big win heading into the All-Star break, thanks to great defense.

Loss to Bulls another learning experience

The Magic lost a tough one late Sunday, but they can take a lot away from the way they played.

Magic victorious in Borrego's début

James Borrego guided Orlando to a victory in his first game as its coach.

Orlando turns it on too late once again

The Magic have put together some good fourth quarters this season. When will that effort translate into the first three?