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Magic Kept Nikola Vucevic From Zvezda Move
Orlando Magic center Nikola Vucevic had a gentleman's agreement to join Crvena Zvezda if he did not receive an NBA offer, club president Zeljko Drcelic told Meridian Sport, per Eurohoops. That path never opened, as Vucevic signed a one-year, $3.9 million deal to return to Orlando on July 1. The 35-year-old two-time All-Star split last season between Chicago and Boston, averaging 15.1 points, 8.4 rebounds, and 3.3 assists across 64 games. For fantasy, the EuroLeague angle changes nothing unless it resurfaces after this NBA stint. Vucevic is back as veteran frontcourt depth for the Magic, which leaves him more useful as a low-ceiling big than a priority target.
Source: Eurohoops
Source: Eurohoops
Nikola Vucevic Isn't Planning to Retire After Next Season
Orlando Magic center Nikola Vucevic does not plan to make 2026-27 his final NBA season, per Michael Scotto of HoopsHype, citing the Magic's win-now direction under new coach Sean Sweeney, his history with the franchise, and family reasons for returning on a one-year deal. The 35-year-old, who turns 36 in October, retired from international play but still expects to keep going in the NBA. He averaged 15.1 points, 8.4 rebounds, and 3.3 assists while shooting 36.9 percent from three last season. In Orlando, though, he projects as the backup behind entrenched starter Wendell Carter Jr. and will likely split those reserve minutes with Goga Bitadze. That caps his fantasy ceiling: his scoring gives him streaming value in deeper formats, but the timeshare keeps him off standard-league radars unless Carter misses time, at which point he becomes genuinely useful.
Source: Michael Scotto
Source: Michael Scotto
Izaiyah Nelson Undergoes Successful Left-Ankle Surgery
Orlando Magic forward/center Izaiyah Nelson (ankle) shared on Instagram that surgery to repair his fracture was successful, according to Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel. The Magic announced Monday that Nelson suffered the injury in the first half of Sunday's Summer League win over the Portland Trail Blazers and is expected to resume basketball activities in three to four months. The No. 51 pick signed a two-way deal with Orlando after averaging 15.9 points, 9.6 rebounds, 1.6 steals, and 1.4 blocks at South Florida. This setback makes it harder for Nelson to carve out an NBA role right away, so most of his rookie-year development could come in the G League after he is cleared.
Source: Jason Beede
Source: Jason Beede
Jonathan Isaac Signs New Deal With Magic
Orlando Magic forward Jonathan Isaac is signing a new one-year deal to remain with the franchise, according to Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel. The sixth-overall pick in the 2017 NBA Draft, Isaac has played his entire career in Orlando, despite major injuries and a reduced role in recent seasons. The 28-year-old was waived just ahead of the free agency period with several years remaining on his contract to save the team some money. He'll still receive $8 million worth of guaranteed money on top of his new contract. Isaac averaged just 2.6 points and 2.5 rebounds in 10 minutes of game action in 52 appearances last season.
Source: Jason Beede
Source: Jason Beede
Guard Jevon Carter Staying in Orlando
Orlando Magic guard Jevon Carter is signing a new one-year, $3.5 million contract to remain with the team, according to ESPN's Shams Charania. The 30-year-old was acquired from Chicago in February and carved out a role, especially with Anthony Black missing a large chunk of time in March. Carter wound up averaging 7.2 points and 2.3 assists in 20.4 minutes in 30 games with the club. Carter won't get much playing time when Black and Jalen Suggs are healthy, but has provided a steady hand when either misses games.
Source: Shams Charania - ESPN
Source: Shams Charania - ESPN
Moritz Wagner Moving From Orlando to Brooklyn
Free-agent center Moritz Wagner is signing a two-year, $19 million contract with the Brooklyn Nets, according to Shams Charania. The ESPN insider also noted the contract contains a mutual opt-in option following the first season. The 29-year-old had a statistical down season in his final year with the Orlando Magic. An ACL tear in December of 2024 kept the Germany native from suiting up until mid-January this year. Ultimately, he averaged 6.9 points and 3.2 rebounds on 42.6% shooting in 11.9 minutes per game. Wagner could be in line for more consistent playing time in the upcoming season, with Day'Ron Sharpe as the only other true center currently on Brooklyn's roster.
Source: Shams Charania - ESPN
Source: Shams Charania - ESPN
Nikola Vucevic Returns Home to Orlando
Center Nikola Vucevic is signing a one-year, $3.9 million contract for a second stint with the Orlando Magic, according to ESPN's Shams Charania. The 35-year-old spent nearly nine seasons with the Magic toward the beginning of his career, blossoming into an All-Star. His production has nearly bottomed out since then, though. A midseason acquisition by the Celtics, Vucevic averaged 9.7 points and 6.6 rebounds in 21.1 minutes. Those were all his lowest per-game numbers since his rookie season. Vucevic replaces the outgoing Moritz Wagner on the Magic depth chart, but will be competing with Goga Bitadze for backup center minutes behind Wendell Carter Jr.
Source: Shams Charania - ESPN
Source: Shams Charania - ESPN
Magic Part Ways With Jonathan Isaac
According to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype, the Orlando Magic waived forward Jonathan Isaac on Saturday. The former sixth overall pick averaged 6.8 points and 4.5 rebounds in seven seasons with the organization. He suffered a left knee sprain in mid-March that forced him to miss the final games of the campaign. With his departure, Orlando clears playing time in the frontcourt. Wendell Carter Jr., Moritz Wagner, and Paolo Banchero are projected to handle the bulk of the interior minutes moving ahead. Although Isaac could find a new home in free agency, he won't be a reliable fantasy performer until he secures a consistent rotation role.
Source: Michael Scotto
Source: Michael Scotto
Magic Acquire Izaiyah Nelson in a Multi-Team Draft-Night Trade
The Orlando Magic are reportedly acquiring South Florida center Izaiyah Nelson after the Washington Wizards selected him with the No. 51 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. Nelson averaged 15.9 points, 9.6 rebounds, 1.2 assists, 1.6 steals, and 1.4 blocks in 27.2 minutes while shooting 56.1 percent from the field as a senior. The 22-year-old swept American Conference Player of the Year, Defensive Player of the Year, and Newcomer of the Year honors, giving Orlando a high-motor frontcourt prospect. With Wendell Carter Jr. and Goga Bitadze already on the roster, Nelson's fantasy path starts with rebounding, stocks, and earning energy minutes off the bench.
Source: NBA
Source: NBA
Anthony Black's Extension Talks Could Squeeze Orlando's Backcourt
Orlando's payroll is set to spike as power forward Paolo Banchero's max extension kicks in, pushing the Magic above the first apron and close to the second, HoopsHype's Michael Scotto reports. That crunch sets up a tough call in the backcourt. Anthony Black is extension-eligible this summer, and with the third-year guard's numbers broadly comparable to Jalen Suggs, who is on a five-year, $150.5 million deal, executives believe Orlando could eventually have to choose between the two. Jonathan Isaac's $14.5 million salary, with only $8 million guaranteed, gives the Magic a possible cost-cutting chip or trade piece, though his career-low 2.6 points in 52 games leave him off fantasy radars. For fantasy, the crowded guard rotation caps usage for both Suggs and Black now, but Black is the developmental name to watch, and a trade of either guard would unlock more value for whoever stays.
Source: Michael Scotto
Source: Michael Scotto
Magic Add Mfon Udofia to Sean Sweeney's Staff
The Orlando Magic are adding Mfon Udofia to new head coach Sean Sweeney's staff as an assistant, HoopsHype's Michael Scotto reports. Udofia spent the past three seasons running Long Island, Brooklyn's G League affiliate, where the 35-year-old became the winningest head coach in franchise history and helped build a strong development program. Long Island reached the Eastern Conference Final in 2024, and Udofia's program produced three NBA call-ups this past season. He also carries an international resume, serving as Nigeria's head coach during the FIBA AfroBasket 2021 Qualifiers and as an assistant at the 2019 FIBA World Cup. An assistant hire rarely moves fantasy values on its own, but Udofia and fellow addition DJ Bakker give Sweeney a development-heavy staff as the first-time NBA head coach builds around Orlando's young core.
Source: Michael Scotto
Source: Michael Scotto
Franz Wagner Hopes to Move Past Injury Setbacks
Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner opened up to Cyro Asseo of HoopsHype about a frustrating injury-plagued year, saying the repeated rehab process was tough and that he probably should not have played during Orlando's Berlin game. The 24-year-old was limited to 34 regular-season games because of a recurring left high ankle sprain before a right calf strain knocked him out late in the first round. When available, Wagner still averaged 20.6 points, 5.2 rebounds, and 3.3 assists while shooting 48.1 percent from the field. Under new head coach Sean Sweeney, Wagner's health is one of Orlando's biggest fantasy swing factors. A clean offseason would put him back in position to provide efficient scoring, rebounds, assists, and enough steals to remain a strong multi-category option next to Paolo Banchero.
Source: Cyro Asseo
Source: Cyro Asseo
Magic Interview Jeff Van Gundy for Head-Coaching Position
The Orlando Magic interviewed Los Angeles Clippers lead assistant Jeff Van Gundy for their head-coaching vacancy, according to Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel. Former Chicago Bulls coach Billy Donovan is also a candidate, giving Orlando two veteran options after dismissing Jamahl Mosley following a 45-37 season and another first-round exit. The fantasy angle starts with the offense, as the Magic ranked 19th in offensive rating while finishing 11th on defense. Paolo Banchero, Franz Wagner, Desmond Bane, and Jalen Suggs are all listed on Orlando's current roster, and the next coach will be tasked with creating cleaner half-court chances around that core. Van Gundy would likely protect the defensive identity, while Donovan may offer a more direct path to steadier fantasy production.
Source: Jason Beede
Source: Jason Beede
Jamahl Mosley Out as Magic Head Coach
Orlando Magic head coach Jamahl Mosley was dismissed, according to Shams Charania, after the team's Game 7 loss to Detroit and a third straight first-round exit. The move signals a shift in direction despite recent playoff appearances, with a new coach expected to reshape rotations and offensive structure. Paolo Banchero remains the focal point and could benefit from a system that maximizes his playmaking, while Franz Wagner and Desmond Bane may see usage shifts depending on scheme changes. A new hire, potentially Billy Donovan, could bring a different pace and rotation approach.
Source: Shams Charania
Source: Shams Charania
Paolo Banchero Carries Offense in Game 7 Defeat
Orlando Magic forward/center Paolo Banchero recorded 38 points, nine rebounds, six assists, and one block in 42 minutes during Sunday's Game 7 loss to Detroit. He shot 14-for-25 from the field and 4-for-7 from three, carrying the offense with efficient scoring and playmaking after a quiet Game 6. Banchero handled a heavy workload throughout the series, reinforcing his status as the focal point. Desmond Bane and Wendell Carter Jr. contributed, but Orlando leaned heavily on Banchero's creation. With the season over, he's set to remain a high-usage centerpiece and a strong fantasy building block heading into next year.
Source: NBA
Source: NBA
