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Magic Offseason Preview: How Orlando Can Move Forward After Three Straight First-Round Exits
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Magic Offseason Preview: How Orlando Can Move Forward After Three Straight First-Round Exits

SI·Ryan Phillips·28 days ago
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The Magic were eliminated from the playoffs by the Pistons in seven games on Sunday in what was a crushing defeat for the franchise. From up 3–1 in the series, Orlando fell apart and was bounced from the first round for the third season in a row. In Game 6, the Magic led Detroit by 24 points in the first half, and 22 at halftime before wilting in what turned out to be a 93-79 defeat. At one point, Orlando missed 23 consecutive shots from the field and allowed a 35-5 run by the Pistons. The fallout from the series was swift, as head coach Jamahl Mosley was fired on Monday . In Mosley’s five seasons, the Magic missed the playoffs twice and failed to advance in the other three. It’s time for a new vision in O-Town. After hiring a new head coach, Orlando will have to find a way to retool things without much breathing room. Here’s a look at what faces the franchise this offseason, and what they can do to improve on a disappointing exit. Magic’s 2026 free agents: Who can Orlando retain?…

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