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Mason Williams

Mason Williams

Joined: Jun 20, 2024

Orlando Magic point guard Ish Smith (10) dribbles the ball against the Detroit Pistons during the second half at Amway Center. Detroit Pistons defeated the Orlando Magic 104-102.
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Former Magic Guard, NBA Journeyman Ish Smith Joining Washington Wizards as Scout

Ish Smith played for 13 NBA teams throughout his playing career, which stands as a league record. The all-time journeyman and former Orlando Magic guard is now taking on a new career in the basketball realm.

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Orlando Magic wing Franz Wagner poses for a picture during 2024 Magic Media Day.
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Franz Wagner, Magic Trusting the Process in Improving Three-Point Shot

Orlando Magic wing Franz Wagner posted a career-low three-point percentage last season. But Wagner's offseason work has him confident he'll return to his old form, and the Magic believe so, too.

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Orlando Magic center Wendell Carter Jr. meets reporters during the Magic's 2024 Media Day.
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No Concerns for Magic's Carter Jr. After First Practices: 'I Feel Really Good'

Orlando Magic center Wendell Carter Jr. had offseason surgery on his left hand. How's it holding up ahead of this NBA season? "I feel really good. I've been taking hits on it. It's not bothering me at all," Carter Jr. said.

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Orlando Magic forward Paolo Banchero, guard Kentavious Caldwell-Pope and center Wendell Carter Jr. huddle during the Magic's second training camp practice.
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Practice Report: Magic's Training Camp Breeding Competitiveness Early

Orlando Magic head coach Jamahl Mosley called Wednesday "a really good day," citing the high-energy environment of practice as competitive and encouraging.

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Orlando Magic guards Cole Anthony and Markelle Fultz are pictured during the Atlanta Hawks at Orlando Magic NBA game at the Amway Center on Wednesday, November 30, 2022.
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'No Replacing Kelle, Man': Cole Anthony Will Miss Former Magic Guard Fultz

Cole Anthony believes the Orlando Magic are poised to take another positive step this season. But he knows it'll be without Markelle Fultz, a friend and teammate for Anthony's first four NBA seasons.

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A view of the Orlando Magic logo during the game between the Dallas Mavericks and the Orlando Magic at the American Airlines Center.
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Orlando Magic Announce Series of Basketball Operations Promotions and Staff Additions

The Orlando Magic officially announced a series of 23 promotions and staff additions within basketball operations on Wednesday afternoon that affect both Orlando and G League affiliate Osceola.

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San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama (1) leans into Orlando Magic forward Jonathan Isaac (1) in the second half at Frost Bank Center.
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Victor Wembanyama Reveals Why He'd Like to Dunk on Magic's Jonathan Isaac

Reigning NBA Rookie of the Year and San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama included Orlando Magic forward Jonathan Isaac in a list of the best defenders in the NBA he'd most like to dunk on.

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Orlando Magic forward Paolo Banchero (5) celebrates a last-second score before halftime against the Toronto Raptors at KIA Center.
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With Eyes for East Finals, Magic's Banchero Welcomes 'A Hell of a Challenge'

To repeat or improve upon last year's success, the Orlando Magic face stiff competition in a top-heavy Eastern Conference. Paolo Banchero understands that, and still, he's got big aspirations this season.

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Orlando Magic guard Kentavious Caldwell-Pope poses for a picture during the team's annual Media Day.
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For Magic's Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, Year 12 Offers New Lessons to Learn

Orlando Magic coach Jamahl Mosley on Day 1 with Kentavious Caldwell-Pope: "He just fits in perfectly. His ability to defend. Communicating with the guys. His leadership by just the way he moves, the way he conducts himself, and carries himself."

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Orlando Magic guard Jalen Suggs (4) poses for a photo during Media Day at AdventHealth Training Center.
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'This Place Raised Me': Jalen Suggs, Magic Working Toward Contract Extension

Jalen Suggs is eligible for a rookie-scale contract extension with the Orlando Magic until Oct. 21. Both team and player express hope for a deal.

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Orlando Magic forward Paolo Banchero poses during the Magic's 2024 Media Day photoshoot.
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Early Takeaways, Notes and Quotes from Orlando Magic Media Day

The Orlando Magic held its annual Media Day on Monday ahead of the 2024-25 NBA season. A look at some of the early takeaways that emerged.

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Orlando Magic president of basketball operations Jeff Weltman met reporters at the Magic's 2024 Media Day.
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Everything Jeff Weltman and Jamahl Mosley Said at Orlando Magic Media Day

Orlando Magic president of basketball operations Jeff Weltman and head coach Jamahl Mosley met reporters for the first time ahead of the 2024-25 NBA season on Monday morning. Here's everything they said during their availabilities.

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