REDEMPTION: Orlando Magic, Paolo Banchero & Franz Wagner Confident They Are READY For More

The Orlando Magic face a pressure-packed season ahead as they try to gain some measure of redemption from last season's frustrations. Paolo Banchero, Franz Wagner and Desmond Bane have all expressed their eagerness to get this season started and their anticipation for a big year with new coach Sean Sweeney.

While there are plenty of questions remaining for the Magic, they also can deliver on their promise and potential. That is at least one of the reasons why Jeff Weltman decided to stick with the roster and give them the chance for to prove themselves and gain redemption.

He had more reasons than just warm and fuzzy feelings of continuity. The team showed hints of how good it could be. But it will be up to the team to deliver on that chance for redemption.

00:00 Magic's roster and financial strategy

07:50 Coaching change and team dynamics

11:46 Jeff Weltman's pivotal decision

18:42 Paolo's Post-All-Star Performance

23:16 Discussing team optimism and coaching

28:48 Magic's player development strategy

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