The Orlando Magic had a rollercoaster season in 2018. The team made some significant changes during the offseason, including hiring a new head coach, Steve Clifford. Clifford brought a fresh approach to the team and emphasized defense as one of their main strengths. The Magic had a slow start to the season, struggling to find their rhythm. However, they slowly began to find their form and started to put together some impressive performances. One player who stood out throughout the season was Aaron Gordon.
Nikola Vucevic was acquired in a trade by the Orlando Magic from the Philadelphia Sixers on August 10, 2012. Nikola Vucevic signed a multi-year extension with the Orlando Magic on October 23, 2014.
Scout 2014-2015 N A Marti Artigas International Scout 2012-2013 N A John Halas Scouting Coordinator 2013-2014 Special Assistant to the General Manager Orlando Magic, 2012 to 2013 Rodney Powell Equipment Manager 1989-1990 N A Keon Weise Head Athletic Trainer 2010-2011 Assistant Athletic Trainer Orlando Magic, 2003 to 2010 Bill Burgos Head Strength and Conditioning Coach 2013-2014 Strength and Conditioning Coach New York Knicks, 2011 to 2013 Troy Morris Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach 2014-2015 N A Aki Tajima Athletic Trainer 2017-2018 N A Kent Hoffman, M. Team Physician 2012-2013 N A Ron Weathers Assistant Athletic Trainer, Physical Therapist 2013-2014 N A Jeff Turner Television Analyst 2013-2014 N A David Steele Television Play-By-Play 1998-1999 Radio Broadcaster Orlando Magic, 1989 to 1998 Dennis Neumann Radio Broadcaster 1998-1999 N A Richie Adubato Radio Broadcaster 2005-2006 Head Coach Orlando Magic, 1996 to 1997 George Galante Director of Communications 2007-2008 Assistant Director of Communications Orlando Magic, 1999 to 2007.
One player who stood out throughout the season was Aaron Gordon. Gordon showcased his athleticism and versatility, contributing both on offense and defense. Another key player for the Magic was center Nikola Vucevic.
2018-19 Orlando Magic Roster
National Basketball Association (NBA)
Team Record: 42-40
in the NBA's Southeast Division of the Eastern Conference
Postseason: 1-4 Lost conference first round
Conference First Round - Lost to Toronto Raptors 4-1
Coach: Steve Clifford (42-40)
Location: Orlando, Florida
Attendance: 720,024, Avg. 17,562 in 41 home dates
The Orlando Magic of the National Basketball Association ended the 2018-19 season with a record of 42 wins and 40 losses, in the NBA's Southeast Division of the Eastern Conference. The team compiled a postseason mark of 1-4.
Nikola Vucevic netted a team-leading 1,665 points for the Magic and accounted for 960 rebounds. D.J. Augustin dished out 426 assists for the squad.
Defensively, Nikola Vucevic added 81 steals.
Steve Clifford coached the team. The 2018-19 Orlando Magic lost in the conference first round.
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| Player | Pos. | Birth Date | Height | Weight | College | Hometown |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| D.J. Augustin | G | November 10, 1987 | 6'0" | 180 | Texas | New Orleans, LA USA |
| Mohamed Bamba | C | May 12, 1998 | 7'0" | 225 | Texas at Austin | Harlem, NY |
| Khem Birch | F | September 28, 1992 | 6'9" | 220 | Nevada, Las Vegas | Montreal, Canada |
| Isaiah Briscoe | G | April 13, 1996 | 6'3" | 224 | Kentucky | Newark, NJ |
| Michael Carter-Williams | PG | October 12, 1991 | 6'6" | 185 | Syracuse | Hamilton, MA US |
| Troy Caupain | G | November 29, 1995 | 6'4" | 210 | Cincinnati | New York, NY |
| Evan Fournier | G-F | October 29, 1992 | 6'6" | 190 | Saint-Maurice, FR | |
| Melvin Frazier | G | August 30, 1996 | 6'6" | 200 | Tulane | New Orleans, LA |
| Aaron Gordon | F | September 16, 1995 | 6'9" | 225 | Arizona | San Jose, CA US |
| Jerian Grant | PG | October 9, 1992 | 6'4" | 195 | Notre Dame | Silver Spring, MD US |
| Jonathan Isaac | F | October 3, 1997 | 6'10" | 210 | Florida State | New York City, NY |
| Wesley Iwundu | F | December 20, 1994 | 6'7" | 193 | Kansas State | Houston, TX |
| Amile Jefferson | F | May 7, 1993 | 6'9" | 224 | Duke | Philadelphia, PA |
| Jarell Martin | PF | May 24, 1994 | 6'10" | 239 | Louisiana State | Baton Rouge, LA US |
| Terrence Ross | G | February 5, 1991 | 6'6" | 195 | Washington | Portland, OR US |
| Jonathon Simmons | SG | September 14, 1989 | 6'6" | 195 | Houston | Houston, TX US |
| Nikola Vucevic | C | October 24, 1990 | 7'0" | 240 | USC | Morges, SUI |
Mohamed Bamba was selected as the #6 pick in the First Round of the 2018 NBA Draft by the Orlando Magic. Mohamed Bamba signed a multi-year contract with the Orlando Magic on July 2, 2018.
Vucevic had a breakout season and was selected to participate in the All-Star Game. He provided a consistent scoring option for the team and was a force in the paint. The Magic also made a significant trade during the season, acquiring Markelle Fultz from the Philadelphia 76ers. Fultz, a former number one overall pick, was battling injuries and struggled to find his form in Philadelphia. The trade gave him a fresh start, and he showed flashes of his potential with the Magic. As the season progressed, the Magic found themselves in contention for a playoff spot in the Eastern Conference. They secured their place in the playoffs in the final game of the regular season, defeating the Charlotte Hornets. This marked the first time the Magic had made the playoffs since the 2011-2012 season. In the playoffs, the Magic faced the top-seeded Milwaukee Bucks. Despite being heavy underdogs, the Magic put up a strong fight and even managed to win the first game of the series. However, the Bucks ultimately proved too strong and eliminated the Magic in the first round. Overall, the 2018 season was a step in the right direction for the Orlando Magic. The team showed improvement and demonstrated that they are capable of competing at a high level. With their young core and talented players, the future looks promising for the Magic..
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