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Paolo and Franz: the Orlando Magic story
Franchise era
2021–22—present
Paolo and Franz
Orlando Magic
The story in one sentence
Banchero and Wagner gave Orlando two oversized creators, while Suggs and a deep defense accelerated the return to the playoffs.
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Size and skill form a new identity
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Paolo Banchero, Franz Wagner and Jalen Suggs gave the era its recognizable core.
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Its final meaning is still being written.
Timeline
How it unfolded
Before 2021–22
What came before
Vučević became an All-Star, but the Magic never found enough creation and eventually traded the veteran core.
2024
Eastern Conference First Round: Orlando Magic vs Cleveland Cavaliers
2025
Eastern Conference First Round: Orlando Magic vs Boston Celtics
2026
Eastern Conference First Round: Orlando Magic vs Detroit Pistons
Still unfolding
Where the story stands
This chapter remains active, so its final place in franchise history is still being written.
The core