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Orlando Magic are “sticking with it” as they adjust to early-season challenges

The Orlando Magic were pleased with how they stuck with things in their win over the New York Knicks. Slowly, this team is developing its identity.

By Philip Rossman-Reich · Orlando Magic Daily

Published: Wednesday, 28 October 2026 at 12:26 AM

Key Things to Know

The Orlando Magic are adapting to early-season challenges and committing to coach Sean Sweeney's system.
Orlando earned its first win of the season after overcoming an early 12-0 deficit against the Knicks.
The team is adjusting lineups and roles due to injuries to Paolo Banchero and Jalen Suggs.

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The Orlando Magic are adjusting to early-season challenges and a new system under coach Sean Sweeney, securing their first win of the season against the New York Knicks. After falling behind 12-0 early, Orlando rallied behind strong late execution from Franz Wagner, Anthony Black, and Desmond Bane, demonstrating resilience amid early struggles.

Orlando is working through injuries to key players Paolo Banchero and Jalen Suggs while integrating new roles. Despite offensive inconsistency and early turnover issues, the Magic showed defensive progression, posting a 98.0 defensive rating in the second half of Sunday's comeback victory.

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