How The Orlando Magic Recovered From A Disaster

[@richborn6700]

To be fair they've been to two Finals. That's still more impressive than what even the Timberwolves are starting to build into after years of mediocrity

[@CrazyxEnigma]

Yeah in terms of expansion teams of the late 80s to the mid 90s the Magic are a better franchise than everyone except the Heat. Edit: Raptors too.

[@lakerskid2013]

True, Minnesota has only won a single division title, had only one year where they won a playoff series, and all of that was the same year in 2004 where they had their only conference finals appearance way back with Kevin Garnett

[@Kagemusha08]

People are harsh on the Magic because it feels like they should have had more success. I mean the Wolves have been poorly managed for most of their history. Magic tho, they had a ton of luck: had the number 1 pick when two generational big men were available, lucked into the Raptors undervaluing Tracy. Yet each time they managed to shoot themselves in the foot: antagonizing Shaq and trying to make it seem like he wasn't worth the money, blowing the chance to land Tim Duncan, etc. They've def been the second most successful of the late 80's expansion teams but I think if they had better management/owners they'd have won a chip by now. Think that'll change soon with this new regime.

[@ChrisOak2]

@@CrazyxEnigma Hard to call the Raps for that... they got a one in a lifetime fluke trade from a disgruntled superstar. He caught fire and any trouble they faced were injured out the ass....

[@ChrisOak2]

@@CrazyxEnigma Crapturds are prob the luckiest franchise in history to have Kawhi have a situation like that. They've always been LeBronto's bitch and got away with the KD/Klay Injury. Losing to the Magic G1 R1 proved that those losers needed luck the whole run. Crapturds are the luckiest dogshit franchise in our league. As a FL i know that, because I recall all the stupid, desperate Leafs asking me directions to VC's highschool. AKA Maitland.

[@andreamicucci2396]

Italy and Germany teaming up for one last push is one for the history books.

[@mattla6454]

Common....

[@wazzup233]

Dude, World War 2 was over almost 80 years ago but heck they're still allies for decades. 😁

[@tpsam]

​@@mattla6454banchero is American

[@Aero89]

​@@tpsamhe has Italian roots

[@andreamicucci2396]

@tpsam you think you get a name like paolo banchero from 2 proud American parents? Lmao jk, his dad is Italian tho...and proud apparently.

[@DKtrek21]

I'm so happy for my boy Markelle. He fits the roster so much.

[@ethan_da_hooper14]

Seriously. He just needs one healthy season to get rid of the doubters for good

[@thefebo8987]

He will be gone soon

[@VincentVincent_89]

He's definitely gone soon

[@confidential5776]

No way they don’t trade him tbh

[@cjc2010]

He’s a JAG.

[@AirRusher1992]

I think the Magic are heading in the right direction. Just don't mess it up, alright?

[@vutom6222]

As long as they are not unlucky like the Wizards, they gonna be alright

[@steviebuckets9035]

@@vutom6222wizards aren’t even unlucky they just suck at everything

[@CrazyxEnigma]

Remember Ernie Grunfeld by all accounts was one of the worst GMs in the NBA and was there for nearly twenty years. Wizards are a poverty franchise with a terrible owner who doesn't really care about the team.

[@FunkWithMagic611]

They won’t they are taking things slow unlike most modern sports teams

[@terrenceliburd8655]

NBA owners are afraid ( rightly so) to rebuild and go into the red. Sometimes free agents just don't do it or Labron. At one time or another you have to rebuild with youth and blend that with a veteran presence. I mentioned Labron because after Kobe retired the Lakers were rebuilding with Julius Randle, D. Russell, B. Ingram, Jason Hart, Kyle Kuzma, Jordan Clarkson, even Lonzo Ball who showed "flashes" of Potential. Luke Walton was not thee answer or he might have been had he had the chance to develope that young core. Bravo to the Magic Rock on!

[@robertmcnally2220]

My all time favorite NBA team. Been a fan since 1992.i grow up in South Florida from 1994-2001.

[@SuperNASCARrocks]

The Magic have surprised everyone with how well they’ve been playing this year. With a roster full of young high basketball IQ guys plus Banchero and Wagner being the franchise pieces, the Magic are headed in the right direction and it’s great to see a young team like that flourish.

[@nicholasrose4448]

Man they're a gritty defensive team, it's fun to watch. Issac isn't even fully up to scratch and Paulo is proving he's a monster. It's gonna be a fun couple of years

[@RunHotsauce]

I knew they were gonna be good this year just bcuz on how they played towards the end of the season last year

[@Reese1882yw]

​@@nicholasrose4448the team will eventually move on from Issac he can potentially be a dpoy he just can't stay healthy

[@nicholasrose4448]

@@Reese1882yw that's sad, I really like him as a defender, he's ridiculous in just the short spurts he's had this season alone.

[@CooperBayBay]

Paolo is a stud. Franz is a stud. Suggs is finally healthy and becoming more confident. Our bugaboo is injuries, cant keep having 7-8 man squads because half the team is hurt.

[@BabaYagaRacing]

The injuries are so frustrating

[@realzachfluke1]

I love that you said bugaboo, but yeah I think you totally nailed it

[@yamko7989]

Johnathan Isaac is not a bust, he's just injury prone

[@YourWorstNightmare3333]

Facts can’t believe he said isaac is a bust. Isaac gonna prove him wrong in the playoffs and I’ll bet my house all teams gonna be salivating to have him when he becomes a free agent he literally can guard 1-5. He guarded SGA and Chet in his first game back name another player that could that

[@halftime814]

​@YourWorstNightmare3333 I feel sorry for any team that has to face orlando in the first round Ik alot of nba casuals fans thinking its going to be a blow out sweep but with orlando defense being all in yo face and comfort zone , size and versatile style to match up with anyone on the floor will be a nightmare, its going to be a dog fight of a series team like Boston ,new. York or Milwaukee can't sleep on them thinking it's going to be a easy series..

[@JC4.72]

@@YourWorstNightmare3333I was at the game where he dropped 25 against the kings. I now absolutely love him as a player now after that game. It was insane.

[@smxthyae]

hes a fantastic bench option, comes off the bench and can lock down some the biggest or best guys there is

[@andrew5074]

@@JC4.72 incredible game. that along with the 2OT game against the kings are my most memorable of the season.

[@Whyzee12]

My best friend is a long time magic fan so I’ve been super invested in this team since before Elfrid Peyton lol. This era is extremely exciting. And you nailed what makes it so special

[@ShadowX2406]

Do not remind me of Elfrid Payton. That’s the drat they should’ve took Marcus Smart. 🤦🏾‍♂️

[@Whyzee12]

@@ShadowX2406 and as a Celtics fan, we wanted Julius randle lmao. That whole draft was honestly kinda overhyped in terms of how deep people thought it would be.

[@simeon8967]

Jonathan Isaac hate is unreal

[@Caius_BorDeauX]

facts, he is the best defender in the NBA by Per 36min metrics, and people forget he was averaging 18/19pts in the last month before their bubble playoff appearance, if he was healthy as a fulltime center they would be insane.

[@simeon8967]

@@Caius_BorDeauX Hes been pretty healthy this season and the magic are doing insane

[@brucelau2023]

I think the Orlando Magic are heading towards the right direction , they have moved strides in the Paolo Banchero era and it’s gonna be a lot for this team after all the losing year after year

[@keithjenkins5617]

The Kevin Mchale call back was a great tone setter for this video. Well done! Great video!

[@rickytv12]

Saying Johnathan Issac is a bust is causal talk if he qualified and played more than 16 minutes per game he’d have the best defensive rating for an individual player in the league.

[@Wrong_Hand_Drive]

To say Jonathan Isaac is a miss is just nuts. Dude has been ridiculous this year, the best per minute defender in the NBA

[@danielvasquez3758]

They’re getting better!! Glad to see it!!

[@edwinvazquez4230]

I’m a Magic fan and I believe the team will be contenders again now!

[@ianstomp1805]

Did you mean the Banchero-Wagners era :p I love the Wagner bros. Mo's unyielding energy, his mentality and his often childlike manner are impressive to see every time. When he goes for a dunk and his scream goes through the arena...it's funny. He's definitely not the best player on the team, but he's very important for the energetic fun factor in the team chemistry and every now and then he puts in an all-star performance. The current Magic team will hopefully keep us happy for a few more years.

[@anthony3F]

Before all the injuries (8 players out over the last 9 games) they had the 2ed best record in the East. Not saying they'd end the season at 2ed but if they can get fully healthy teams better watch out.

[@BabaYagaRacing]

Yupp

[@JahNuhThunDeeTheOneAndOnly]

*The Magic now have a clear formula when it comes to success since the early 1990s:* 1. Draft a generational big man #1 overall 2. Surround that generational big with great role players 3. Reach the Finals _Now will this core finally win it all?_ That remains to be seen.

[@B345T1N355Official]

I predict the Magic will make the finals in 2028.

[@Blazer-RPT]

​@@B345T1N355Official2025 or 26

[@robertcampbell8070]

Franz Wagner is anything but a "role player." By most advanced metrics he's a top 35 player in the league, and actually more valuable than Banchero due to similar offensive production and FAR better defense.

[@crazyboydakota]

the GM and Coach really worked some Magic this year!

[@GeorgeRichardson-zj2oq]

Love the Magic video and you were 100% dead on about all our eras. I think if Dwight would've stayed I believe we get another shot at the title. Great work

[@CrazyxEnigma]

Dwight did end up having back surgery before he got traded so I don't think so. He had a few more years as an All Star afterwards but he wasn't the same player he was before.

[@nbapbaupdate8338]

Paolo Banchero & Franz Wagner UNDERRATED DUO this season 💪🔥💪

[@nvm9040]

The Magic has definitely succeeded in their rebuild so far I hope this core can consistently succeed but the team is rlly fun to watch

[@bjmccray5182]

Johnathan Issac is not a miss one of the best defenders in the league

[@Joefdgtr]

Orlandoo getting the Bulls pick, whilst both the Bulls being trash that year as well as nailing it definetly sped it up. Its very hard to find players like Wagner at the moment.

[@TheSchism-y7p]

It's wild, because this trajectory that Orlando is going on reminds me of boston. The reason why I always laugh when people criticized Jayson Tatum is because of this scenario: you have players who are essentially scores who can do a little bit of everything but you now need to sacrifice some of that defense in the future for consistency in ball handling and better offensive players

[@mambstv5611]

This all because of Jeff Waltman. He drafted Giannis in Milwaukee and Siakam for the Raptors. The Magic desperately wanted Jeff, and as compensation, they gave the 2018 1st round pick to the Raptors.

[@Javi1da]

Johnathan Isaac was a fantastic selection

[@kl2389]

Love the new logo bro

[@AirRusher1992]

Same here

[@nicholaibjoring624]

Not gonna stand for the Jonathan Isaac disrespect. His only issue is health. When he's on the floor, he's one of the best defenders the NBA has ever seen. Put some respeck on Judah's name.

[@isaacannanjr2371]

Magic got the rebuild right especially when they got Polo Banchero 2 years ago #1 overall pick. The Pistons need to study the Magic formula....

[@andreamicucci2396]

I wouldn't call it an era neither but people forgot too easily the numbers Vucevic was putting up nightly!

[@ja4309]

I love watching the Magic just ball out. They've been a joke for pretty much a decade so it's refreshing to see them play out their potential. Just from watching them play, you could see their defense holding up and their offense having potential to be sufficient (just need more reliable shooters on this end, most of the roster is good at cutting to the rim tho)

[@Void_314]

Love the Magic rebuild. I hope the Bulls will emulate this, and already start the rebuild and reorganization of the franchise.😢

[@louisminati]

In spite of lack of success they 1. Prevented a Kobe vs Lebron NBA finals 2. Laid the blueprint for the current league

[@JahNuhThunDeeTheOneAndOnly]

That new logo 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@808bboarder]

Much respect to the Magic from a Thunder fan!

[@boombazookajoe7480]

Right back @ ya from a Magic fan. Yall was us 3 years ago.... and now look at yall. I hope we have the same fortune

[@bleudreamz412]

Thanks bro. We both eating right now.

[@bedstuy4_l895]

Love to see the Magic headed in this direction. I would say to combine the contracts of Ingles, Fultz, Isaac, Harris, and Wendell Carter and see what you can get for that, but you also wouldn’t want to rush their process.

[@YourWorstNightmare3333]

We ain’t trading isaac bruh he’s the best defender in the league when playing. The others could go though

[@bedstuy4_l895]

@@YourWorstNightmare3333 I promise you he would be playing more than 13.7 minutes per game if he was truly the best defender in the NBA. This isn’t 2019-2020.

[@ShadowX2406]

Jingles is not getting traded. One he’s the vet for this young Magic team. Second, his contract has a team option in the second year. So the ball is in their court to determine whether they will keep him or not. JI’s defense is why the Magic will keep him around. Plus with his history of injuries, his value on the trade market will not be worth much.

[@echooscar1914]

I’m shocked that Magic didn’t retire Penny’s jersey.

[@FresHumbleNCool]

Nice rebranding. New logo and background music 👍🏾

[@artemistcg]

Loving Andy’s new logo, just noticed it lol

[@nvm9040]

Same 😮

[@burkluca7738]

Moe Wagner is a secret weapon

[@kentbagaipo3368]

Nice work here Andy! I dont follow Orlando Magic but the way you presented this video. I feel excited for them! I do hope they get over the hump with these 2 and their other young players. Thanks for the awesome vid and keep on grinding!

[@onnejbenigay5208]

Isaac is good until Injuries happened

[@BabaYagaRacing]

GO MAGIC!!!

[@KeithGonzales04]

Wow congrats to your new logo Andy hoops! ❤️ So nice!

[@timl9724]

I wouldn't call Isaac a miss or "rough". He played well at first with two-way star seemingly right ahead, until injuries derailed everything. But usually if a player shows legit production for a couple of seasons before injuries hit, they aren't called a draft "miss". He seems like he's making a legit comeback, with that two-way ability on full display. He leads the team in defensive plus/minus and blocks per minute (2nd in blocks per game). He's also second behind Wagner in PER. The team just switched his $17.4 million per year contract from partially guaranteed to fully guaranteed, so they clearly believe his recovery is legit.

[@vittiriowashington5211]

Andy you disrespecting Jonathan Isaac when he still playing apart of their current success.smh

[@acnicodemus4734]

But it still a horrible pick , they could've had Donovan Mitchell or Lauri Markannen right away

[@joepenalvert7776]

If Jonathan Isaac was healthy, this team defense would be even better. He wasn’t a bust, just never healthy enough for long.

[@carsforpeople3351]

Jonathan Isaac wasn't a bad pick if you actually watch him play you'd know how good he is defensively. It's just injuries that have held him back.

[@AirRusher1992]

Still waiting for the videos about NBA players who once dated a celebrity (ex. Andre Drummond and Jennette McCurdy) and what in tbe world happen to Devonte Graham.

[@BLACKSTA361]

Drummond really leaked everything 😂😂😂

[@AirRusher1992]

​@@BLACKSTA361I mean it would be nice really.

[@JahNuhThunDeeTheOneAndOnly]

Drummond and Jeanette from i Carly only lasted a few days iirc

[@AirRusher1992]

@@JahNuhThunDeeTheOneAndOnly Yeah at least make one. If he fulfill my Kardashian Curse request a few years ago then why not this one, right?

[@everleightarowengurrea-wy3cs]

Congrats Andy! on your new logo 👍

[@apcp7623]

As a Magic fan I love this

[@Ugleseth]

Great video, but a couple mistakes. They didn't draft Suggs to help Paolo and Franz, since they drafted him before them.

[@somfavmusic]

Nice logo change brother. been watching for 6 years and counting

[@Richxwolf]

It just took the right picks. Imagine they picked jabari or jalen green 😂😂

[@abscinding]

How would they have ever been able to draft Jalen Green my guy.

[@YourWorstNightmare3333]

Facts the NBA and all the analysts wanted us to draft jabari good thing they had their own mind

[@MrOctober44]

Drafting Paolo was a big step,lol.

[@EAZYMONEYSNIPER7]

As a Cavaliers fan the magic did really well this season. There were times in that series that I was completely convinced they were going to beat us. The future is definitely bright in Orlando.

[@imfinishedgrinding638]

Neat new icon for your channel, Andy 👍

[@h0lysm0kes000]

Congrats on your new logo andy! Didn’t realize at first that this is your vid. 😂

[@TalkToIgwe]

Bro changed everything even his background music nice 👍

[@MessiBetterCR7312]

Play that song! 🎤Orlando Magic Orlando Magic Orlando Magic Ohhhhh🎤

[@jesuthasajendra514]

Great video about the Magic. But a few errors: Weltman was already head of basketball operations when Clifford reached the playoffs twice with (allstar) Vooch-Gordon Team. John Hammond was GM, Anthony Parker was just installed before this season. Isaac is not really considered a bust. He is a defensive game changer, unfortunately always injured. Jett Howard was never known for his defense. Defense is actually is weak point and reason why he is in the G-League. Orlando also did not draft many PGs. Cole is now 6th man and Black still a rookie, the only other PG was Elfrid Payton 10 years ago! You forgot to mention Jalen Suggs improvement from beyond the arc and guys like Bitadze, Fultz or Moe Wagner who contribute to the success!

[@vittiriowashington5211]

No mention of Olidapo?

[@aidanagain995]

Oooooh. New channel logo! Almost didn't recognize the channel right away. 😅

[@MatttheMii]

0:05 I 💕 the ring sound

[@ALPHA_GABE5]

Isaac isn’t a miss imo

[@derterraner]

Very good video. Thank you!

[@brucelau2023]

So happy for Markelle Fultz truly

[@Pandyrew]

I like the new channel icon 👍

[@ElliottFan_9]

Tbh Isaac is pretty good but the magic words when healthy

[@tyronebrown4212]

I love this channel

[@Billy-ot8mk]

Correct me if I'm wrong but before his injuries wasn't Johnthan Issac supposed to be the centerpiece of the Magic?

[@BenSimmonsPR]

Do a how good was tayshaun prince video

[@aaronklinker5604]

I like this teams future plus their theme song is awesome.

[@abender06]

Timberwolves, Thunder, Magic, Pacers. A lot of surprising teams this year!

[@boltavoltabolt]

Suggs has been great

[@FunkWithMagic611]

Andy great video thanks for breaking down how my magic have rebuilt, I think nba teams should model themselves more after the magic thunder and pacers when it comes to rebuilding and the cavs as an honorable mention pacers won’t have long term success at that pace they play tho But the theme should letting the young guys grow with vets if you have em and if your rebuilding just keep young guys together to let them go if you can instill responsibility into them, if not just get a vet or 2

[@RandallTheShotoWilliams15]

Thing is Johnathan Isaac is actually an essential part of the current team. Best defender on the team. He's just less noticed due to the injury history but he's one of the most important not named Paolo or Franz

[@Dolamite666]

Sleepin on Jonathan Isaac. Best defender on the team. Would be top 5 in the league with a full season.

[@maximilianmontana6791]

They did it first with Hedo Turkoglu 6'10 facilitator 💯

[@ericpedrosa5364]

A couple of points. Suggs is a turning into a very good player as well. Also, Issac was an absolute terror on defense. The only thing that kept him out of DPOY talks was his minutes restriction. He was a better overall defender than Gobert.

[@JD-ig7yx]

You heard it from me now... Jonathan Issac is a generational defender..

[@uttermanbo]

We had two runs. The McGrady, Grant Hill era was meant to be McGrady and Tim Duncan. It actually got closer than most know, but Duncan ultimately chose to stay in another small market, but one with a championship already. He became an all time great. Grant Hill was a fallback, and his body just couldn't recover. We helped launch the 2001-2008 Pistons run though. Ben Wallace was a Magic player sent in that sign and trade for Hill. As far as this team, Wagner and Banchero look like catalysts. You can say a lot about the Magic. But we usually drill the pivk when we get Number One. Shaq, Dwight, and Paulo. Here's hoping.

[@SerlingPictures]

Did you actually call JI a bust?

[@skruffelz]

Great video

[@滋榎本]

It's a shame that the Magic made it to the NBA Finals in the 1990s and 2000s, but never won a championship. The 1995 Rockets and 2009 Lakers were too strong.

[@Coach_Vedo]

mdw logo skin?! NICE✌️

[@treyhatt]

could you make a video covering what magic SHOULD do at the trade deadline?

[@coreyshields1864]

Thank you for covering the Orlando Magic in this video! There is most definitely a lot of work that needs to be done for the Magic especially on the offensive position but this year is definitely a turning point for the Culture of the Club and the way they play the Game! I disagree with your opinion JI because his contributions defensively have made a phenomenal impact nevertheless I respect your opinion! Amazing Content and look forward to seeing more!

[@bleudreamz412]

I know Steve Clifford punching the air right now! Giving up on Orlando and seriously struggling in Charlotte as we speak. I know he regrets every minute of his decision. Go Magic

[@alter6243]

The Magic are one good free agency signing away from being a truly terrifying team. Siakam would be an insane addition to this team.

[@georgethompson8196]

iTHINK they should offer MWagner, Fultz, Suggs, Harris for Zach!! Anyone other than Paolo, FWagner & Black should be available. IF possible Cole, Houstan and Issac should remain

[@georgethompson8196]

MAGIC needs to offer A package of MWagner, Fultz and Suggs for Zach LaVine. Harris too if necessary

[@YourWorstNightmare3333]

Siakam won’t fit with banchero and Wagner we need a shooter on the PG spot

[@YourWorstNightmare3333]

@@georgethompson8196no thanks

[@OzMoney]

My Chicago Bulls basically gifted Orlando a big part of their current core with that Vucevic trade. We still haven’t recovered.

[@callankettles3930]

The Isaac slander is pretty harsh, one of magic best defensive players when fully fit

[@iamjhie6795]

With their current lineup, I'd love to see Dennis Shroeder join them next season

[@liubron4435]

Nice logo change Andy

[@HikarusukeShindou]

Glad to see the magic doing good again they have had a lot of struggles

[@zmoney2164]

Bro Andy watches so much basketball would love to hear his betting picks for games

[@allenjamesclaro508]

New logo 🤝

[@not.ralphnble]

I almost didnt recognize the new logo Andy 😂

[@TomKobe-x9l]

Franz Wagner 🏀🔥🙌