Locked On Magic - Daily Podcast On The Orlando Magic

Franz Wagner stunned Slovenia with a clutch performance. Is the Orlando Magic star ready for NBA stardom? We chat about what we have learned from EuroBasket and what comes next for the Orlando Magic with the season quickly approaching, as Germany advanced to the EuroBasket semifinals. Don't miss this in-depth analysis of Wagner's path to NBA success and its implications for Orlando's future. Will the Magic's young core translate EuroBasket lessons into regular-season wins? 0:00 Intro 3:18 Franz Wagner's star-making performance 8:23 Germany's team effort in victory 13:19 Franz and Paolo's complementary skills 20:54 Expectations for Magic's upcoming season 26:36 Goga Bitadze's EuroBasket performance 33:15 Importance of consistency for Bitadze 40:24 Potential changes to Magic's offense 54:40 Germany's championship-level composure 59:47 Outro and wrap-up Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! 5-Hour ENERGY Tee up that trip! Enter for a chance to win a dream golf trip for two to any golf tournament* in the USA. Visit 5HEWIN.com for full rules and entry. No purchase necessary. Excludes the Master’s tournament. Ends October 31, 2025. Monarch Money Take control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNBA at monarchmoney.com/lockedonnba for 50% off your first year FanDuel Right now, new customers can bet just FIVE dollars and if your bet wins—you’ll get THREE HUNDRED dollars in bonus bets to use across the app. Download the FanDuel app now by visiting FanDuel.com to get started FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)

The Locked On NBA Top 100 is here. The Orlando Magic are well represented, but still coming a bit under the radar. Were they underrated? They will not be for long. Paolo Banchero is knocking on the door of being a top-20 player in the league. Franz Wagner is still somehow overlooked despite his own flirtations with stardom. And Desmond Bane and Jalen Suggs are among the elite role players in the league. Will the Magic defy expectations and continue their rise this season? 0:00 Intro: Locked On NBA Top 100 rankings 5:07 Paolo Banchero already a top 20 NBA player 14:51 Franz Wagner criminally underrated at #35 20:58 Desmond Bane acquisition transforms Magic's outlook 26:34 Jalen Suggs' defensive impact and future potential 31:09 Winning will change perceptions of Magic players Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! 5-Hour ENERGY Tee up that trip! Enter for a chance to win a dream golf trip for two to any golf tournament* in the USA. Visit 5HEWIN.com for full rules and entry. No purchase necessary. Excludes the Master’s tournament. Ends October 31, 2025. Monarch Money Take control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNBA at monarchmoney.com/lockedonnba for 50% off your first year FanDuel Right now, new customers can bet just FIVE dollars and if your bet wins—you’ll get THREE HUNDRED dollars in bonus bets to use across the app. Download the FanDuel app now by visiting FanDuel.com to get started FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)

We have released the Locked on NBA Top 100 list ahead of the 2025-26 season. Paolo Banchero came in at No. 23, certainly within striking range of the elite of the NBA. Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham cracked the top 20 at No. 15. Are these rankings fair? What is in store for two of the brightest stars in the NBA? Ku Khahil of Locked On Pistons joins the show to break down where Cunningham has improved to launch into the top 20 and where Banchero still needs work. Will either take the next step and help their teams advance in the Eastern Conference? 0:00 Intro: Locked On NBA Top 100 released 5:01 Cade Cunningham's ranking and improvement 10:12 Paolo Banchero's development and challenges 15:16 Franz Wagner's impact and underrated status 21:55 Comparing Paolo and Franz's playing styles 28:40 Eastern Conference landscape and team expectations 34:26 Magic and Pistons' potential in upcoming season 38:50 Closing thoughts on Magic and Pistons' outlook Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! 5-Hour ENERGY Tee up that trip! Enter for a chance to win a dream golf trip for two to any golf tournament* in the USA. Visit 5HEWIN.com for full rules and entry. No purchase necessary. Excludes the Master’s tournament. Ends October 31, 2025. Monarch Money Take control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNBA at monarchmoney.com/lockedonnba for 50% off your first year FanDuel Right now, new customers can bet just FIVE dollars and if your bet wins—you’ll get THREE HUNDRED dollars in bonus bets to use across the app. Download the FanDuel app now by visiting FanDuel.com to get started FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)

Dwight Howard had his moment in the sun as he was enshrined into the Pro Basketball Hall of Fame. Howard's legacy has gone under some reappraisal for the event. All the past arguments used against him have given way to an appreciation for what he contributed to the game and his stellar career. Howard truly changed the game and earned his place among the sport's best. Meanwhile, in EuroBasket, both Germany and Georgia won to advance to the quarterfinals. Both Franz Wagner and Goga Bitadze are learning critical lessons in these elimination games that will help them when they return to the Orlando Magic for the playoffs. 0:00 Dwight Howard enters Hall of Fame 5:37 Howard's impact and legacy reappraised 11:49 EuroBasket upsets and Germany's struggles 16:58 Importance of pressure situations in basketball 23:36 Goga Bitadze's performance for Georgia 28:43 Growth moments for Bitadze in clutch 31:47 Upcoming Locked On NBA Top 100 list Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! 5-Hour ENERGY Tee up that trip! Enter for a chance to win a dream golf trip for two to any golf tournament* in the USA. Visit 5HEWIN.com for full rules and entry. No purchase necessary. Excludes the Master’s tournament. Ends October 31, 2025. Monarch Money Take control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNBA at monarchmoney.com/lockedonnba for 50% off your first year FanDuel Right now, new customers can bet just FIVE dollars and if your bet wins—you’ll get THREE HUNDRED dollars in bonus bets to use across the app. Download the FanDuel app now by visiting FanDuel.com to get started FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)

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NBA expansion is still a few years away. But doing the exercise of figuring out who to protect in a hypothetical expansion draft gives clues on what matters for the Orlando Magic as they continue to grow and build their roster. Cheap players and youth will matter. And that is why this becomes a critical season for Goga Bitadze. He must make himself indispensable or else he becomes a luxury the Magic may not be able to afford for much longer. 0:00 Intro: Mock expansion draft for Orlando Magic 5:12 Protecting key players and valuing cheap contracts 10:50 Goga Bitadze: Luxury the Magic can't afford 16:58 Bitadze's consistency issues and future with Magic 20:34 EuroBasket group play ends, knockout rounds begin 25:41 Analyzing teams' chances in EuroBasket tournament Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Monarch Money Take control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNBA at monarchmoney.com/lockedonnba for 50% off your first year FanDuel Right now, new customers can bet just FIVE dollars and if your bet wins—you’ll get THREE HUNDRED dollars in bonus bets to use across the app. Download the FanDuel app now by visiting FanDuel.com to get started FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)

The NBA All-Star Game is due for another shakeup with a Team USA vs. Team World format in the making. This should open the door for Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner to make the All-Star Game this season. But is the All-Star Game still relevant in today's NBA landscape? It really is nothing more than an honorific. One that the Magic are deserving this season, even if the game no longer matters. 0:00 Intro: New NBA All-Star Game format 5:05 Franz Wagner's path to All-Star selection 10:16 Paolo Banchero's All-Star Game chances 14:53 Rant on All-Star Game's diminishing importance 20:30 Franz Wagner's stellar Eurobasket performance 25:36 Challenges ahead for Germany in knockout rounds Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Monarch Money Take control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNBA at monarchmoney.com/lockedonnba for 50% off your first year FanDuel Right now, new customers can bet just FIVE dollars and if your bet wins—you’ll get THREE HUNDRED dollars in bonus bets to use across the app. Download the FanDuel app now by visiting FanDuel.com to get started FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)

Paolo Banchero is not quite ready for an MVP run yet. . . but he also is not that far off. Banchero is a dark horse to win the MVP this year. And a season that vaults his team into title contention will go a long way to raising his profile and making him a future award winner. Meanwhile, coach Jamahl Mosley is the betting favorite to win Coach of the Year this season. That is really a statement of the Orlando Magic exceeding expectations and entering contention this season. It is a sign of the pressure he and the team are under to take the next step. 0:00 Intro: Awards discussion for Orlando Magic 5:45 Paolo Banchero's MVP potential and stats 10:51 Jamahl Mosley as Coach of the Year favorite 16:32 Pressure on Mosley to deliver results 21:39 EuroBasket update: Germany and Georgia 26:16 Goga Bitadze's surprising 3-point shooting Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Monarch Money Take control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNBA at monarchmoney.com/lockedonnba for 50% off your first year FanDuel Right now, new customers can bet just FIVE dollars and if your bet wins—you’ll get THREE HUNDRED dollars in bonus bets to use across the app. Download the FanDuel app now by visiting FanDuel.com to get started FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)

Franz Wagner is starting to find his 3-point shot in EuroBasket. He is doing that by shooting fewer threes. For him, less might be more from deep. That is at least how it works with Germany, considering all the 3-point shooters they have on their roster. That is what the Orlando Magic are hoping to see with the addition of Desmond Bane, too. The 3-point burden on Wagner should be much less, allowing him to do what he does best and limiting this weakness from deep. Wagner is not the only one shining from deep. Goga Bitadze is also hitting threes for his national team in EuroBasket. That is an interesting addition to his game and an intriguing development as he tries to secure his spot with the Magic. 0:00 Franz Wagner's shooting improvement 5:39 Less pressure on Franz to take threes 15:55 Goga Bitadze showing three-point potential 26:18 Importance of big men spacing the floor 28:50 EuroBasket standings update for Germany and Georgia Listener Survey We’ve put together a survey to learn more about our listeners and make your favorite podcasts even better. Go tohttps://lockedonpodcasts.com/survey/ to get started. Everyone who completes a survey will be entered for a chance to win one of ten $100 Amazon gift cards. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Monarch Money Take control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNBA at monarchmoney.com/lockedonnba for 50% off your first year FanDuel Right now, new customers can bet just FIVE dollars and if your bet wins—you’ll get THREE HUNDRED dollars in bonus bets to use across the app. Download the FanDuel app now by visiting FanDuel.com to get started FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)

Franz Wagner continues to dominate at EuroBasket as he poured in another huge game to push Germany to a 2-0 record. Wagner is not doing anything to stand out aside from racking up points. He is defining stardom in his own way, not with crazy one-on-one moves, but with a steady barrage to the rim and finishes at the basket. Wagner is finding his way to lead Germany to the next stage of EuroBasket. Goga Bitadze is also finding his way. He came up big with eight points in the fourth quarter to help Georgia finalize an upset over Spain in their opener. Bitadze is hunting for consistency, and he found it in the opening game. 0:00 Intro: Germany and Franz Wagner's success 5:15 Franz Wagner's unique approach to stardom 15:29 Georgia's upset win over Spain in EuroBasket 21:35 Goga Bitadze's growth and consistency 23:37 Labor Day signals unofficial start of NBA season Listener Survey We’ve put together a survey to learn more about our listeners and make your favorite podcasts even better. Go tohttps://lockedonpodcasts.com/survey/ to get started. Everyone who completes a survey will be entered for a chance to win one of ten $100 Amazon gift cards. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! OpenPhone Streamline and scale your customer communications with OpenPhone. Get 20% off your first 6 months at www.openphone.com/lockedonnba Monarch Money Take control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNBA at monarchmoney.com/lockedonnba for 50% off your first year Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Football season is around the corner, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)

The Orlando Magic have a lot of players with high upsides who could shift the Magic's potential for the better. Who will step up to make the Magic championship contenders? The answer may be an unlikely hero in Wendell Carter who could be the linchpin of the Magic's defense and a good safety valve in a smaller role for the Magic. He may not show up in the stat sheet, but Carter's presence will be big for the Magic this season. Franz Wagner showed up big in Germany's EuroBasket opener, leading them with 22 points in a 30-point win over Montenegro. Germany's style and defense are reminiscent of the Magic and are a good analog for the way the Magic should continue to grow this season. 0:00 Intro: Discussing an overlooked Orlando Magic player 5:44 Wendell Carter's importance to Magic's defense 13:57 Germany's EuroBasket opener and Magic similarities 21:38 Franz Wagner's strong performance on his birthday Listener Survey We’ve put together a survey to learn more about our listeners and make your favorite podcasts even better. Go tohttps://lockedonpodcasts.com/survey/ to get started. Everyone who completes a survey will be entered for a chance to win one of ten $100 Amazon gift cards. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! OpenPhone Streamline and scale your customer communications with OpenPhone. Get 20% off your first 6 months at www.openphone.com/lockedonnba Monarch Money Take control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNBA at monarchmoney.com/lockedonnba for 50% off your first year Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Football season is around the corner, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)

EuroBasket takes center stage as three Orlando Magic players take the court for this major international tournament. They all have the same goal: To win the tournament. But they will all gain something from this tournament that will help the Orlando Magic with their goals in the winter. Franz Wagner is set to take on a bigger leadership role as he aims to lead Germany to a EuroBasket title. Tristan da Silva and Goga Bitadze will also aim to fill key roles for their teams that should help the Magic too. Tune in for expert analysis on how the Magic's international stars perform on the European stage and what it means for Orlando's future. 0:00 Intro: EuroBasket preview for Magic players 5:16 Franz Wagner's role and expectations for Germany 14:00 Tristan Da Silva and Goga Bitadze's goals 21:39 Why you should watch EuroBasket 26:46 Predictions for Germany and tournament favorites Listener Survey We’ve put together a survey to learn more about our listeners and make your favorite podcasts even better. Go tohttps://lockedonpodcasts.com/survey/ to get started. Everyone who completes a survey will be entered for a chance to win one of ten $100 Amazon gift cards. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! OpenPhone Streamline and scale your customer communications with OpenPhone. Get 20% off your first 6 months at www.openphone.com/lockedonnba Monarch Money Take control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNBA at monarchmoney.com/lockedonnba for 50% off your first year Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Football season is around the corner, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)

The Orlando Magic had two major needs entering this offseason. They undoubtedly solved one in finding more shooting this summer. The other? It still feels unresolved. Orlando plans to attack their point guard problem by committee with multiple players who can make decisions and make plays on the ball. They are hoping to create enough passing and playmaking to make up for not having a true point guard. The scary part is they can do it. They added far more passing to their team that could supercharge their offense and get the ball moving more for them. It could help them find easier shots and scoring too. Will the Magic's unconventional approach propel them to new heights or expose critical weaknesses? 0:00 Intro: Magic's point guard equation 5:14 Franz Wagner's strengths in transition 13:25 Moneyball approach to point guard position 17:30 Adding playmaking with Bane and Jones 26:40 Intangible qualities a point guard provide Listener Survey We’ve put together a survey to learn more about our listeners and make your favorite podcasts even better. Go tohttps://lockedonpodcasts.com/survey/ to get started. Everyone who completes a survey will be entered for a chance to win one of ten $100 Amazon gift cards. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! OpenPhone Streamline and scale your customer communications with OpenPhone. Get 20% off your first 6 months at www.openphone.com/lockedonnba Monarch Money Take control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNBA at monarchmoney.com/lockedonnba for 50% off your first year Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Football season is around the corner, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)

Germany basketball has made a sudden rise on the international basketball scene. Their breakthrough World Cup victory in 2023 established them as a power on the world stage and made stars of Franz and Moe Wagner. Their impact has reshaped German basketball and inspired the next generation of players. The Orlando Magic are all in on it, too, heading to Berlin in January for a regular season game and investing marketing time in the country. On today's episode, we explore the evolution of Germany's basketball program to build Franz and Moe Wagner and the example those players want to leave with Got Nexxt magazine's Andre Vought. Will Germany continue their rise with a Eurobasket victory? Is Franz Wagner the new face of Germany basketball? Tune in for an insider's perspective on German basketball's growth and its connection to the Magic's future. 0:00 Intro: EuroBasket week and German basketball 5:26 Evolution of German basketball structure 12:43 Impact of World Cup win on German basketball 17:11 Wagner brothers as role models for young players 23:18 Germany's chances and challenges in EuroBasket 32:30 Tristan Da Silva's growth and potential impact 35:17 NBA regular season game coming to Berlin Listener Survey We’ve put together a survey to learn more about our listeners and make your favorite podcasts even better. Go tohttps://lockedonpodcasts.com/survey/ to get started. Everyone who completes a survey will be entered for a chance to win one of ten $100 Amazon gift cards. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! OpenPhone Streamline and scale your customer communications with OpenPhone. Get 20% off your first 6 months at www.openphone.com/lockedonnba Monarch Money Take control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNBA at monarchmoney.com/lockedonnba for 50% off your first year Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Football season is around the corner, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)

When Dwight Howard heads into the Hall of Fame two weeks from now, he will have a titan in Orlando Magic history standing beside him. Shaquille O'Neal and Dwight Howard buried their "beef" and put aside their often frought history together. O'Neal will present Howard into the Hall of Fame as the two Magic centers celebrate Howard's Hall-of-Fame career. Franz Wagner and Germany continue their prep for Eurobasket with an overime win over Spain. Wagner continues to show his potential to be a better playmaker and scorer, even when he struggles to shoot. But his 3-point shooting remains a major concern as he failed to make a three in six attempts in Thursday's game. 0:00 Intro: Orlando Magic greats heading to Hall of Fame 5:15 Shaq and Dwight Howard's complicated relationship 10:25 Franz Wagner's performance in Germany vs Spain 15:02 Wagner's playmaking and assist numbers improving 19:38 Concerns about Wagner's three-point shooting struggles 24:49 Germany's outlook for upcoming Eurobasket tournament Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Monarch Money Take control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNBA at monarchmoney.com/lockedonnba for 50% off your first year Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Football season is around the corner, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)

The Orlando Magic and New York Knicks appear set to vie for the top spots in the Eastern Conference. Is a Playoff clash between these two teams inevitable? How would these two matchup? Gavin Schall of Locked On Knicks joins the show to analyze the potential matchup between the Magic and the Knicks and whether the Magic have what it takes to dethrone the Knicks from their perch should the teams meet in the Playoffs. We break down key strategies and matchups as the Knicks' offense challenges the Magic's defense and the Magic's size presents interesting questions for New York. 0:00 Intro: Magic vs Knicks preview 5:19 Jalen Brunson's effectiveness against switches 9:08 Orlando's offensive versatility with new additions 13:32 Knicks' defensive challenges and offensive needs 17:47 Comparing team experience and playoff readiness 26:45 Importance of beating winning teams Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Monarch Money Take control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNBA at monarchmoney.com/lockedonnba for 50% off your first year Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Football season is around the corner, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)

The Orlando Magic are expected to make the climb into contention this season. Are they ready to take on teams like the New York Knicks at the top of the conference? Gavin Schall of Locked On Knicks joins the show to discuss how the Magic can climb into contention, how the Knicks will be different under new coach Mike Brown and what their chances are to win the title this year. Have Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner developed into title-making stars? Will the Knicks maintain their success after firing Tom Thibodeau? What will Karl-Anthony Towns be like in his second year in New York? The only thing we know for sure is that these two Eastern Conference rivals are sure to have some classic battles this season. 0:00 Intro: Orlando Magic aiming for championship 5:09 Magic's potential to win Eastern Conference 14:12 Franz Wagner and Paolo Banchero's development 22:32 Discussing New York Knicks coaching change 28:49 Knicks' offseason moves and roster depth 33:38 Karl-Anthony Towns' second year with Knicks 38:47 Defensive strategies in modern NBA Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Monarch Money Take control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNBA at monarchmoney.com/lockedonnba for 50% off your first year Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Football season is around the corner, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)

Jalen Suggs has been out of action since late January. It is easy to forget all the things he adds to the team. And his role will indeed be changed with the addition of Desmond Bane. But it should put Suggs in a spot to make the most of his vast talents. He has proven when he and the team are healthy that he can be an elite catch-and-shoot option. With the Magic acquiring another scorer in Desmond Bane, this could put Suggs in a position to win Most Improved Player and be the kind of player who elevates the Magic into contention. 0:00 Intro: Jalen Suggs' most improved player candidacy 5:44 Suggs' shooting potential with healthy lineup 11:54 Uncertainty around Suggs' injury recovery 18:00 Suggs elevates Magic to next level 24:41 Balancing Suggs' role in Magic offense Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Monarch Money Take control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNBA at monarchmoney.com/lockedonnba for 50% off your first year Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Football season is around the corner, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)

Eurobasket is coming quickly as Germany prepares to compete for the European title. Franz Wagner, though, is still struggling with his shot. Is it time to be concerned for Wagner's hopes for the season or is there still time for Wagner to round into form? Wagner continues to look like he has improved his form and score in the way everyone expects. But the shot has yet to come to form. Elsewhere in Eurobasket prep, Tristan da Silva and Goga Bitadze have shined in their roles and look like they will be able to boost the Magic when they begin their season. 0:00 Franz Wagner's EuroBasket prep struggles 5:44 Is it time to panic about Franz's shooting? 10:22 Tristan da Silva making his mark for Germany 15:58 Da Silva's potential role with the Magic 19:37 Goga Bitadze showing signs of improvement 24:44 Bitadze's importance for Magic's early season Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Monarch Money Take control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNBA at monarchmoney.com/lockedonnba for 50% off your first year Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Football season is around the corner, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)

The Orlando Magic's 2026 schedule is here! The team indeed got a healthy bump in national TV appearances as the Magic make their push to try to win a title in 2026 and beyond. Is the schedule set up for the Magic to succeed? They will get the chance to show it in the first 20 games as they face some tough teams and face their longest road trip of the season at the beginning of the year. If Orlando can navigate the beginning of the season, they should be set up to accomplish their goals. Their trip to Europe in January also does not have a crazy effect on their season. They play one of the fewest back-to-backs in the league with several advantageous home-home back-to-backs. But a tough March could endanger their progress ahead of the Playoffs. 0:00 Intro: Magic's 2026 schedule arrives 5:03 Magic's opportunity to start season strong 10:41 National TV games increase for Orlando 16:47 Analyzing back-to-backs and road trips 22:53 March presents challenges with packed schedule 29:00 Key road trips and All-Star break impact Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Monarch Money Take control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNBA at monarchmoney.com/lockedonnba for 50% off your first year Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Football season is around the corner, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)