An Orlando Magic guard revealed his excitement to play with his new-look team.
Magic Guard 'Excited' to Play With Newly Formed Team originally appeared on Athlon Sports.
The Orlando Magic had the ideal opportunity to upgrade their squad by making the necessary adjustments during the NBA free agency period. The biggest move they made this offseason was trading for shooting guard Desmond Bane. It was an upgrade from Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, who struggled in his lone season with the Magic.
The organization also added Tyus Jones, who signed a one-year, $7 million contract. With his addition, they addressed their backcourt concern after Cole Anthony was part of the Bane deal with the Memphis Grizzlies. Orlando secured their future after signing Paolo Banchero to a five-year extension and Moe Wagner to a one-year deal.
The moves they made hint at a possible chance for the team to contend for a championship.
On Wednesday, 24-year-old guard Jalen Suggs watched his team take on the Brooklyn Nets for the Summer League, where Orlando suffered a 94-90 loss. After the moves from the Magic's front office, Suggs was asked about his thoughts on the new-look team.
"The sky's the limit," Suggs added. "I think obviously everybody's mindset is going on winning the championship. You hate to see guys go down, but there's opportunity in the east, and I think everyone recognizes it. So everybody's prepping for it. We're all on the same page and very excited to start the year. Brings a different energy."
full interview with @jalensuggs on @NBATVpic.twitter.com/930uzReF2z
— Orlando Magic (@OrlandoMagic) July 16, 2025
The Magic showed potential last season and made the playoffs for the second consecutive year. Unfortunately for Suggs and his team, they were eliminated in the first round by the Boston Celtics.
But the Magic are optimistic following their strong summer. Additionally, Suggs will likely return to the lineup after being ruled out for the rest of the 2024-25 season. He underwent a successful arthroscopic surgery to address his left ankle.
The 6-foot-5 guard appeared in 35 games last season, averaging 16.2 points, four rebounds and 3.7 assists.
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This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jul 17, 2025, where it first appeared.
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