Lowe Post: SVG On Playoffs, Orlando Glory Days
Zach talks to Stan Van Gundy about Bucks-Celtics, Warriors-Rockets, the Orlando glory days, the state of the NBA game, and more.
2019 ScheduleAll times ET
2019 Schedule
42-40, 1st in Southeast
- 2/28W 103-96
- 3/2W 117-112
- 3/3L 107-93
- 3/5L 114-106
- 3/8W 111-106
- 3/10L 105-97
- 3/13L 100-90
- 3/14W 120-91
- 3/17W 101-91
- 3/20W 119-96
- 3/22W 123-119
- 3/25W 119-98
- 3/26W 104-99
- 3/28L 115-98
- 3/30W 121-116
- 4/1L 121-109
- 4/3W 114-100
- 4/5W 149-113
- 4/7W 116-108
- 4/10W 122-114
- 4/13W 104-101
- 4/16L 111-82
- 4/19L 98-93
- 4/21L 107-85
- 4/23L 115-96
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Magic co-founder Williams announces retirement
Pat Williams, co-founder of the Orlando Magic, announced his retirement from the NBA after a 51-year career in the league.
Kevin Arnovitz ESPN Staff Writer
The Raptors finished the first quarter a cool 16 of 22 from the field -- an effective field goal percentage of 79.5. Kawhi Leonard and Pascal Siakam each scored 17 points in the period, most of Leonard's from midrange, with Siakam exacting damage all over the floor. The Sixers were no slouch -- 13 of 22 from the field, including 4 of 7 from beyond the arc. After one quarter in Toronto, it's Raptors 39, Sixers 31.
Kevin Arnovitz ESPN Staff Writer
Raptors guard Danny Green playfully correcting teammates who are fielding questions about the Raptors' (pending) second-round matchup against Philadelphia. "The game isn't over yet!" The Sixers lead by 31 at the end of the third quarter in their close-out game.
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Leonard has 27 as Raptors rout Magic 115-96, clinch series
Kawhi Leonard scored 27 points, Pascal Siakam added 24 and the Toronto Raptors used another stifling defensive effort to beat the Orlando Magic 115-96 on Tuesday night, winning their first-round playoff series in five games.
Kevin Arnovitz ESPN Staff Writer
Kyle Lowry injured his right hand during the second quarter, and checked out of the game just before halftime. The Raptors say he will return.
Leonard scores 34, Raptors top Magic 107-85 for 3-1 lead
Kawhi Leonard scored 34 points and the Toronto Raptors beat the Orlando Magic 107-85 on Sunday night to take a 3-1 lead in their Eastern Conference first-round series.
Kevin Arnovitz ESPN Staff Writer
Too much Kawhi Leonard, who is blunting every defensive tactic Orlando throws at him. He now has 32 points on 12-for-18 shooting from the field. Toronto leads 92-75 with eight minutes remaining in Game 4.
Kevin Arnovitz ESPN Staff Writer
The Magic are generating quality offense ... at buzzers. Terrence Ross drains a frantic, 30-foot 3-pointer to end the third after draining a half-court shot Friday at the halftime buzzer. Toronto leads 82-70 with one quarter to play in Orlando in Game 4.
Kevin Arnovitz ESPN Staff Writer
Orlando coach Steve Clifford had three points of emphasis pregame: + The Magic need to limit turnovers. + The Magic need to protect the glass, something they did well this season. + The Magic need to make better decisions when the Raptors send help. So far, the Magic have racked up seven turnovers, and the Raptors have collected a very high percentage of their misses (36.4 percent). On decision-making in traffic, Orlando has been ok, though most of the offensive improvement is the result of some tough shot-making.
Kevin Arnovitz ESPN Staff Writer
A sharp-shooting offensive start in Orlando, where the Raptors lead the Magic 28-26 after one quarter. Toronto is finding its way to the rim, and went 11-for-19 in the period. The Magic put together a decent offensive quarter, as well, with Nikola Vucevic scoring eight points on 4-for-5 shooting from the field.
Siakam has 30 points, Raptors top Magic 98-93 for 2-1 lead
Pascal Siakam had 30 points and 11 rebounds, Kawhi Leonard added 16 points and the Toronto Raptors held off the Orlando Magic 98-93 on Friday night to take a 2-1 lead in the Eastern Conference first-round series.
Kevin Arnovitz ESPN Staff Writer
As Marc Gasol takes a seat with his fourth foul, he gives a little wink to official Tony Brothers, who whistled him twice in two possessions. The Raptors haven't trailed in two games, but cling to 54-53 lead with 8:30 remaining in the third quarter.
Kevin Arnovitz ESPN Staff Writer
With a successful heave from halfcourt at the second-quarter buzzer, Terrence Ross salvages what was a woeful half of offensive basketball for Orlando. The Magic turned the ball 11 times in the first half, while generating only 11 attempts at the rim. Overall, their effective field goal percentage was an anemic 45.2. For the Raptors, it wasn't significantly better. They were able to manufacture 18 shots at the rim, but converted only seven of them. Kawhi Leonard was uncharacteristically inefficient in the first half -- eight points on 11 field goal attempts, along with a trip to the line for two shots. Toronto 48, Orlando 45 with a 24 minutes remaining in Game 3.
Kevin Arnovitz ESPN Staff Writer
Kawhi Leonard is seeing multiple bodies at every incursion to the rim. He's converted only 1 of 7 field goal attempts for 2 points. Accordingly, the Raptors are generating efficient offense, scoring fewer than a point per possession nearly midway through the second quarter, clinging to a 33-31 lead at Orlando.
Kevin Arnovitz ESPN Staff Writer
Turnovers were a point of emphasis for Orlando coming into Game 3. Yet in 11 possessions so far, the Magic have turned the ball over five times, against only 2 field goals. Raptors lead 10-5 midway through a choppy first quarter in Orlando.
2018-19 Southeast Standings
| TEAM | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orlando | 42 | 40 | .512 | - | W4 |
| Charlotte | 39 | 43 | .476 | 3 | L1 |
| Miami | 39 | 43 | .476 | 3 | L1 |
| Washington | 32 | 50 | .390 | 10 | L4 |
| Atlanta | 29 | 53 | .354 | 13 | L3 |
2018-19 Team Leaders
- Offense
- Defense
Points Per Game
Assists Per Game
Field Goal Percentage
Rebounds Per Game
Steals Per Game
Blocks Per Game
Team Stats
Points Per Game107.324th
Rebounds Per Game45.415th
Assists Per Game25.512th
Points Allowed106.65th
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2018 Draft Picks
| RD(PK) | PLAYER | POS | SCHOOL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1(6) | Mohamed Bamba | C | Texas |
| 2(5) | Melvin Frazier | SF | Tulane |
| 2(11) | Jarred Vanderbilt | PF | Kentucky |
Team History
| YEAR | W | L | PCT |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018-19 | 42 | 40 | .512 |
| 2017-18 | 25 | 57 | .305 |
| 2016-17 | 29 | 53 | .354 |
| 2015-16 | 35 | 47 | .427 |
| 2014-15 | 25 | 57 | .305 |