Orlando Magic broadcaster for FanDuel Sports Network
Orlando, Fl
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Want to give a special shoutout to the great Magic fans who stayed with the team through 6 seasons of uncharactisically tough times. Your patience makes this feeling all the more satisfying.
To everyone else..first time or returning Magic fans-
Welcome aboard!
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Truly an amazing win last night for the Magic at Denver..
Against the defending NBA champs..
In one of the NBA’s toughest places to play..
End of a west coast road trip..
Depleted by injury and illness..
Down by 18..
Coach Mosley practically wills his team to victory
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He changed everything.
He put the Orlando Magic on the map.
He was a transcendent force the moment he entered the NBA.
He led the team to the NBA Finals in its 6th season..his 3rd in the league.
Seeing his jersey go up in the KIA Center rafters is going to be awesome.
In celebration of our 35th anniversary this season, we will officially retire jersey #32 in honor of Shaquille O’Neal during a postgame ceremony on Tuesday, February 13.
O’Neal becomes the first player in franchise history to have his number retired 🪄
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Clinch a playoff spot.
On the road.
In Boston.
THAT goes down as one of the best all-time #Magic victories!
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#Magic getting the No. 1 pick for 4th time in team history is definitely “Anything!”
If history repeats we’re in store for some big years in the not too distant future!
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A few takeaways from last night’s preseason debut:
-Magic depth is real
-Wendell is poised to have a great year
-Paolo and Franz on the verge of making a leap
-JI is still a difference maker
-Mosley has team organized and competing hard
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Great respect for @NikolaVucevic
Gave the Magic all he had for 8+ years..
Became an all-star caliber player on the court..
Was pure class off the court..
And did it all with humility and humor.
Wish the best for him and his family.
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THAT was a big time win! Tough, physical playoff basketball and the Magic just stayed the course. We’ve got ourselves a series!
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HUGE accomplishment for @Pp_doesit..
..and well deserved!
Paolo joins Shaq..TMac and Dwight as 21 year old Magic all-stars!
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Agree that it appears Franz is going to take a leap this season, but many in NBA media slept on him last year. You can make a strong argument that he was the leagues best rookie. Checks all boxes for stardom.
Caught up a bit on Eurobasket, and holy wow Franz Wagner is ready to take the leap this forthcoming season. Looks like a total monster out there. His rookie season went way too underrated, and it looks like based on Eurobasket he has built on it.
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Magic jumbo starting lineup:
Ross 6’6”
Wagner 6’10”
Banchero 6’10”
Carter, Jr 6’10”
Bol 7’2”
#IsThisAnything?
We shall see
@BallySportsFL
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41 home. 41 road. Every year. But NBA schedule release day always gets the pulse quickening.
Can’t wait for Magic season #34!
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It’s game day!
@ScooterMagruder is ready!
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This a very special young man.
You don’t see many players handle a public speech like that before a game this well. Especially not when their only 21 years old.
Way to go @jisaac_01
Happy Martin Luther King Jr Day!
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What a night in Minnesota!
Cole Anthonys game winning 3 tonight was the 16th buzzer beating-game winning shot in team history. He’s the first Magic rookie to do it!
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Early morning prep for early afternoon game in LA @BallySportsFL
For our younger fans..I’m holding a “newspaper.”
#OldSchool
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Covid contact tracing has me sidelined for tonight’s game in ATL. An unexpected day off as we navigate these crazy times.
Next man up on @BallySportsFL
Go get ‘em @DanteMagic!
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Thanks to everyone who has responded to yesterday’s announcement by the #Magic. It’s been an honor and a joy to work in the best run pro sports league in the world, for its greatest organization for such a long time.
RELEASE: David Steele to be inducted into the Orlando Magic Hall of Fame
Longtime announcer will be eighth person enshrined on Friday, February 22
#PureMagic
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The Lakers only loss (5-1) since adding Tyson Chandler is to Orlando. The Sixers only loss (3-1) since adding Jimmy Butler is to Orlando. Coincidence?
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Another first tonight-
Never done an NBA game on my birthday.
Magic/Pelicans wrap up seeding games..8:30 pm @FOXSportsFL
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Could not be happier for @NikolaVucevic..
joining ORL’s Mt Rushmore of Shaq-Penny-Dwight and TMac as multiple time NBA all-stars. What a pleasure to have been able to watch him develop into one of the games best big men.
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One of the best things you can say about a player is he’s liked and respected by coaches and teammates, and that the team functions well when he’s on the floor.
That’s Khem Birch. May he have a long and productive NBA career.
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Pumped for game 2- Magic vs. Raptors 7:30 pm @FOXSportsFL
Augustin’s game winning shot in game 1 was a top 5 all-time ORL playoff moment. Can’t wait to see who steps up big tonight!
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I’m with you, Dante.
Do not put a ceiling on this young man’s potential. He has all of the ingredients to be very special.
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Such an impressive win for the Magic! Really showed some character and toughness in Miami. Now 8th in the east, and control playoff destiny with 7 games left.
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Scooter Magruder is the best!
#everyMagicfan
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Close losses at Boston and at Chicago. Another strong performance tonight vs. Sixers. This Magic team is fighting so hard and really needs a win, but it feels close to turning a corner.
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One of the most improbable “underdog” wins for short-handed ORL tonight in LA against the Lakers. @MarkelleF was incredible with triple-double and HUGE plays down the stretch. And newcomers BJ Johnson and Gary Clark provided solid play off the bench.
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Of ORL’s 4 wins..tonight’s at NYK feels like the most solid.
From start to finish the team was tied together on both ends and found a way in a hostile road environment. Nice step forward.
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Impressive young man!
Can confirm Paolo has arrived!
WELCOME TO ORLANDO @Pp_doesit Awesome pod with Paolo coming soon! He’s gonna be a good one @OrlandoMagic fans!!
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That game clinching 3-point dagger against the Magic by Isaiah Stewart with :11 left was the first made left corner three of his career. He was 0-6 before the big make.
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#Magic went on incredible 41-11 run after Cavs cut lead to 7. Best win in 5+ yrs for ORL.
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Spoke with Coach Cliff in Minneapolis hotel lobby this morning. He’s fine.
The issue was dehydration.
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Great crowd. Fun game. Nice opening night win. ORL will win lots of games this season with stingy defense. On to game 2 Saturday in ATL #MagicAboveAll
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I’ve said it many times. I’ll say it again. There is no Orlando Magic without Pat Williams. Not even close. Happy 80th!
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This take is on target.
Why it’s important to get him to the post-season in good health.
I just re-watched the game (yea, I’m a junkie) and can’t help to notice and I don’t think it’s coincidence that good things happen when Jonathan Isaac plays.
Despite only playing 15m he ended the game with the 2nd highest +/- and is truly by definition a “game changer”.
I’m afraid and really really hate to admit this, but I truly think that the teams ceiling is directly correlated with Jonathan Isaac’s health.
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Another opening day for these 2 NBA geezers!
With the legendary..Rodney “Sid” Powell..
The only Magic employees who’ve been with the team since 1989.
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The Magic and the city of Orlando could not have a finer representative at All-Star weekend. Enjoy the experience, Vooch. You deserve it.
Thank you to the coaches for selecting me as an All-Star! It is a huge honor for me! I will proudly represent the Orlando Magic and the city of Orlando at the #NBAAllStar!
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*17 win improvement.
*A team that had no identity now knows who they are and how they need to play to be successful.
*From irrelevance to dangerous playoff team in 1 year.
No, you’re not just a homer. Cliff should be top tier COY candidate.
Am I just a homer? or should Coach Clifford AT LEAST be in the coach of the year conversation? He’s not even being talked about and it’s baffling with what he has done in ONE year.
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He’s shown flashes of why he was the #1 pick. Great handle..big, physical point guard. Mid range shot looks good. Best of all he looks healthy and happy. And he’s 21.
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Darrell’s the best!
Mavs assistant coach Darrell Armstrong saw a boy holding a sign saying he'd been seizure-free for 9 months. Armstrong brought him on to the court to meet Luka 🙏
(via @DorothyJGentry)
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Appreciate you, Shell, and the many Magic fans like you. I feel great (very well rested)..cleared H-S protocols..returning to the broadcast tomorrow night.
Optimistic that @DanteMagic won't be far behind 🙏
I may seem ok, but I’m still struggling to adapt to @OrlandoMagic broadcasts without @steelemagic and @DanteMagic .
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Best young player in the NBA no one’s talking about. What he does makes the team better, and he’s just scratching the surface.
NBA announced rosters for Rising Stars (rookie/soph) game on Jan. 29 & @OrlandoMagic F Jonathan Isaac was miffed he was left off. In 8 games since, he's averaged 13.9 points, 7.4 rebounds, 2.62 blocks & 1.25 steals. 7 straight now w/ 2-or-more blks & 7 double-fig scoring nights
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Have heard nothing but great things about Jamahl! Really looking forward to working with him.
PRESS RELEASE:
@OrlandoMagic name Jamahl Mosley head coach.
Mosley becomes the 15th head coach in franchise history.
#MagicTogether
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Thrilled to see Giannis win an NBA title. He represents everything that’s good about sports.
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Several years ago team broadcasters were removed from the postseason voting process due to conflict of interest concerns. It appears the current use of national “expert” voters has its flaws too.
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Magic Time!
One hour pregame with Dante, BHill, Nick and newcomer Kendra Douglas at 6 pm..
JT and I with the season opener vs Houston @BallyMagic
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Penny Hardaway getting that CHAMPIONSHIP SHOWER after Memphis wins the NIT 🏆 @Iam1Cent (via jhardaway01/IG)
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JIsaac has now played the equivalent of 1 NBA season (82 games)
His numbers in February:
13.7 pts..5.9 rebs..2.3 blk..1.2 stl
47% field
36% threes
86% free throws
..and his defense is at times game changing.
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Nice win. Great broadcast!
@DanteMagic sounded like a 10 year vet with @JTurnerMagic tonight on the call of the win in ATL.
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Paolo going for 21-6 and 4 in the win against NYK last night
..while taking on the defensive challenge of guarding Randle..
was impressive.
Continues to build strongest case for rookie of the year.
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Birch and MCW are officially back in the fold! Both played a key role in late season Magic surge. 12 players from last year’s playoff team are currently under contract for ‘19-‘20.
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Does my heart good to see JI out on the court!
Getting F Jonathan Isaac back with the team and participating in some light shooting drills had to be a glorious sight today for the @OrlandoMagic . Still no timetable for Isaac (sprained left knee) to return, but he’s clearly progressing.
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One of my favorite plays this season
👀 D.J. Augustin fakes out Trae Young then hits the fadeaway!
(Via @OrlandoMagic)
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The bad news- Santa gave me a positive Covid test on Christmas Day.
The good news- I’m double vaxxed and boosted and dealing with your basic cold symptoms. Be back on air as soon as possible.
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Markelle Fultz’s return after 419 days is the big story tonight in Orlando. Eager to begin seeing how he fits with young core.
@BallySportsFL
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So true, Josh. You asked Evan a great question and he gave you a great answer.
It's important to remember the NBA trade deadline exacts an emotional toll for the people involved. Evan Fournier was asked by @TheAthleticNBA what the city of Orlando and the Magic have meant to him over the last seven years, and his answers were introspective and emotional.
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Greatest Team Theme Song of all-time!
I feel that there is not enough appreciation of the original Orlando Magic theme song from 1989. Not from the fans, the team, the media. It’s mostly been erased from history. That changes today with this video I found of a live performance during the team’s first game. All-timer.
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Just another routine 27 pt blowout win vs. an elite opponent for the #Magic. Seriously. This team is playing some really good basketball.
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If there is a team broadcast crew as close knit as this one, I’d be surprised.
Wish we were still playing but what an absolute joy working with @steelemagic and @JTurnerMagic every night. The best there is!! @PaulKennedyFOX, Brian Hill, Nick Anderson, @MAGICtvproducer, Greg Hartung and the entire @FOXSportsFL family, I’m truly thankful. Till next year!!
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No TV, but @JTurnerMagic and I are in Boston..will be court side at TD Garden for the radio call of tonight’s game! So great to be back!!
PRESEASON GAME 1 TONIGHT
🆚Boston
📍Boston, MA
⏰7:30 p.m.
📺None
📲None
📻@969thegame
📝nba.com/gamenotes/Magic.pdf
#MagicTogether
What are they wearing?👇
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Congratulations to Pat Williams on his retirement and his remarkable 56+ year career in sports!
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5- Bottom line- getting Fultz for Simmons + picks was a no- brainer. Potentially a game changing move for #Magic.
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Magic fans are the best NBA fans in the UK..and they are GREATLY appreciated by the @OrlandoMagic
Our Fifth Award: The NBA UK FANS award for Team Specific Podcast of the year. Some incredible competition here however for their consistency and their impressive guest list... it had to be @OrlandoMagicUK
#NBAUKFansCommunityAwards2021
#ByTheFansForTheFans
#Gomagic
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With addition of Isaac/Iwundu/Mack/Simmons #Magic have feel of late 90's throwback team. Heart & Hustle part 2.
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This is great!
Greatest team theme song of all time!
Keep in the safe for future use admin..plenty more wins incoming @OrlandoMagic @JTurnerMagic @DanteMagic @steelemagic @Dan_Savage @STUFFMagic @MarkelleF @The_ColeAnthony @franzboogie @Pp_doesit
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#Magic beat Sixers 119-98. First time ORL has swept a 5-game home stand..ever. Philly held under 100 pts for just 6th time this season..they’re 0-6 with avg loss margin of 23 pts/game.
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For the work he has done in his native Democratic Republic of the Congo alone, he has to rank as one of the finest men to don an NBA uniform. Best of luck Biz!
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To this day, one of the most incredible plays I’ve ever witnessed, given the circumstances.
-Perfect execution
-Game winning basket
-Quality opponent
Hedo was the best in bound passer I’ve ever seen, and prime Dwight was an all time freak athlete.
𝐅𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝟗, 𝟐𝟎𝟎𝟕
Hedo to Dwight for the win ‼️
@MountainDew x #MagicTogether
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Checked out the new Broadcasting Bubble inside @AmwayCenter today with @JTurnerMagic, @DanteMagic and @MAGICtvproducer. It looks great! Can’t wait to bring back the Magic @FOXSportsFL Wednesday afternoon!
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Excellent piece by Josh Robbins in the Athletic on the state of the Magic.
The NBA's hottest team resides in Orlando, where the Magic are 12-5 and have won their last seven games. How are they doing this? Is it sustainable?
Here's my story for @TheAthletic. The link ⬇️ includes a $1/subscription offer.
theathletic.com/5092295/2023…
theathletic.com/5092295/2023…??
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This is going to be really good.
OFFICIAL: @MarkelleF will join @BallySportsFL as a guest analyst during the @OrlandoMagic’s final home game of the season! Tune in during the 2nd quarter of Sunday night’s #MagicTogether vs. Minnesota game as Markelle joins @steelemagic & @JTurnerMagic on the call.
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Much to like about tonight’s preseason debut for the young #Magic.
Played together with great energy and enthusiasm.
Fun team to watch. Positive start for Coach Mosely and staff.
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Been in Jersey since Monday for NBA broadcast meetings. Hear I missed a little excitement today at team practice facility!😯
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Watching @DanteMagic and @JTurnerMagic call the Magic/Bucks game from home is very strange, but really enjoying their broadcast.
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Best rebound in #Magic history-hiring Frank Vogel 1 week after Skiles departure. #brightfuture
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How big is tonight’s game at DET? At the end of the night..
#Magic could be tied for 6th in the east.
Could also drop to 9th.
Pistons could be alone in 6th.
Could also be tied for 9th.
Let the fun begin!
@FOXSportsFL
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What a Magic Moment!
On this day in 1990... @OrlandoMagic guard Scott Skiles dished out an NBA-record 30 ASSISTS vs. Denver! #NBAVault #NBA75
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This man is an all-star.
Sure would be nice to see him get the fan recognition he deserves.
NBA All-Star voting is NOW OPEN! Vote for Vooch by tweeting (or RT) with @NikolaVucevic and #NBAAllStar 🗳️
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Expecting another raucous crowd @AmwayCenter for game 4 @FOXSportsFL 6 pm.
Also expecting a hard fought..down to the wire game. Resilient Magic will battle.
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What great ownership looks like
DeVos Family pledges up to $2 million for Magic and Amway Center hourly workers
Orlando Magic players join ownership with additional assistance
#MagicAboveAll
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One of the best underdog stories in sports:
Darrell Armstrong
From small college walk on..
To a 14 year NBA playing career..
Into the Orlando Magic Hall of Fame.
We’ll celebrate his incredible career tonight @FOXSportsFL
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Come through to the other side of health and safety protocols.
Back in the saddle tonight with @JTurnerMagic and @DanteMagic @BallySportsFL
(More importantly Anthony and Carter return too)
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