BOLD PREDICTIONS: Why the Orlando Magic are POISED for success this season

The Orlando Magic are not expected to be contenders this year, often falling in the middle of the NBA in the early-season power rankings. But they have the talent and ability to make good on their potential. This is a season where they need to take a step forward.

The truth is they can. A strong preseason has optimism flowing even though the team is facing a fresh batch of injuries.

Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner both appear poised for big seasons. And the Magic have given everyone some reason to believe, even if it might take some bold predictions to get there.

It is time for the regular season begin.

00:00 Orlando Magic injury updates06:52 Injury impact on Magic's season13:51 Magic's Potential Surprise Season18:25 Franz and Paolo's playmaking potential26:40 Predicting Orlando Magic's Offensive Rating30:28 Orlando Magic's favorable schedule34:08 Magic's potential and roster concerns38:30 Magic's standing in the NBA

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