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Will the Orlando Magic finally become a 3-Point shooting team?

The Orlando Magic have struggled to find the range from three for the last decade. Their preseason is hinting that they are ready to take a lot more threes.

Published: Wednesday, 14 October 2026 at 9:15 PM
Will the Orlando Magic finally become a 3-Point shooting team?
Key Things to Know
  • Orlando Magic Daily examines if the Magic are transforming into a high-volume 3-point shooting team.
  • The Magic averaged 42.3 3-point attempts and converted 38.6 percent through three preseason games.
  • Orlando previously ranked near the bottom of the league in 3-point volume and efficiency in recent years.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Orlando Magic Daily examines whether the Orlando Magic are finally evolving into a high-volume 3-point shooting team. Through three preseason games, Orlando averaged 42.3 3-point attempts per game while shooting 38.6 percent from beyond the arc. The team previously struggled to embrace perimeter shooting, ranking among the league's lowest in attempts over recent seasons.

Writer Philip Rossman-Reich highlights the influence of coach Sean Sweeney, who has prioritized improved floor spacing, shot preparation, and finding efficient looks. Players such as Paolo Banchero and Desmond Bane credited Sweeney's emphasis on shot education and trusting teammates to create open looks.

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