NBA Cup Preview: Orlando Magic have something to prove without Paolo Banchero

The NBA Cup has arrived. Unlike last year, the Orlando Magic are an established team with playoff experience. The NBA Cup may not hold the same potential for significance for this growing team this time around, especially with Paolo Banchero out. But this is a prime opportunity for the team to shine, even without their star.

The Magic still have a lot to prove in the next month during the NBA Cup. Even if the games are not as special as they were for last year's team.

0:00 Intro

1:38 Magic's Group and Schedule

2:39 Importance of the NBA Cup

3:42 Regular Season Impact

5:13 Magic's Strategy and Challenges

7:00 NBA Cup Overview

8:17 Magic's Past Performance

9:48 Current Season Context

13:22 Magic's Playoff Aspirations

15:26 Team Development

17:28 Current Standings and Goals

19:01 Upcoming Games and Expectations

21:34 Charlotte's Perspective

23:06 Cole Anthony's Performance

25:08 Anthony's Challenges and Opportunities

27:11 Anthony's Recent Games

29:13 Anthony's Role and Future

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