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Philip Rossman-Reich of Orlando Magic Daily analyzes the Orlando Magic every day on Locked On Magic. Get your daily Magic fix from the highs of chasing the Finals with Shaquille O'Neal and Penny Hardaway to the lows of the Dwight-mare and rebuild. Everything Orlando Magic is covered on Locked On Magic every day on the Locked On Podcast Network.
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Locked On Magic 03.06.17: Let's talk about spac...
The Orlando Magic went to Washington and nearly came out with a win. They didn't, blowing a 17-point lead instead in a loss that feels unacceptable (6:25). The good news is the Orlando Magic's offense seems to be moving in the right direction finding s...
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Locked On Magic 03.03.17: Thoughts from the future
The Orlando Magic get their crack at finsihing off the Miami Heat and winning the season series (1:05). The worry should still be on themselves. I then turn my attention to the Magic's future and discuss how the end of this season could help save Rob H...
24 min
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Locked On Magic 03.02.17: The 't' question
The Orlando Magic had a chance to build momentum... and dropped the ball. I recap Wednesday's loss to the New York Knicks (1:15) and discuss how the Magic broke all their rules again (6:10). I then turn my attention to the 't' question and discuss whet...
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Locked On Magic 03.01.17: Small is tall
The Orlando Magic are back in action trying to build some momentum and get their first win streak since December (8:15). They are doing that by changing their identity and going small. It appears to be working (15:20). And the New York Knicks are next ...
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Orlando Magic Daily Podcast Episode 65: The Ann...
With the Orlando Magic having some time off before their next game, we shift our attention a few blocks from the Amway Center. We chat with Gavin Ewbank of The Mane Land about the upcoming Orlando City season -- a big one as the Lions move into their n...
32 min
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Locked On Magic 02.27.17: Wasn't that fun?
The Orlando Magic, dare I say, had some fun in blowing out the Atlanta Hawks. I recap the game (1:45) and explain what has really been different about the Magic since the trade (9:05). I also discuss the opportunity in front of Aaron Gordon now (16:55).
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Locked On Magic 02.24.17: Trade Deadline and wh...
The Orlando Magic let the trade deadline pass without making any deals. And that is not a bad thing. There are still opportunities to deal (17:05). The next step is establishing the base for 2018 and building winning habits (8:50). That makes Thursday'...
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Locked On Magic 02.23.17: Back (from the Break)...
The Orlando Magic are finally ready to hit the court as they take on the Portland Trail Blazers on Thursday (1:00). And we are excited to see what this team looks like. The post-All-Star Break games do seem like a bit of a reset as the Magic plan to us...
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Locked On Magic 02.22.17: Trade Deadline Strate...
The trade deadline is quickly on the horizon. Just two days remain before the deadline. What should the Orlando Magic's strategy be (13:15)? What do we make of these rumors and how do we decipher them (4:25)? And what are the Orlando Magic's final goal...
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Locked On Magic 02.21.17: Boogie Blues (just no...
The All-Star Break is over and the trade deadline is in full review. I discuss the latest rumors involving the Orlando Magic, including the DeMarcus Cousins situation and why the risk was not worth it for Orlando (1:50). I then discuss how Elfrid Payto...
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Locked On Magic 02.20.17: Drones weren't made f...
The NBA All-Star Weekend was boring. Well, at least for the Orlando Magic. Aaron Gordon tried to go big in the dunk contest and fell short (2:40). It felt like a perfect metaphor for the Magic's season (8:05). I also preview my trade value column with ...
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Locked On Magic 02.17.17: All-Star Weekend take...
It is finally All-Star Weekend and we are excited to see Aaron Gordon fly again (1:40). Eventually, we may see Terrence Ross fly too (8:25). I take a look at what he can bring to the team. And I close the week with a radio segment with Tuck and O'Neill...
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Locked On Magic 02.16.17: Out with the old... h...
The Orlando Magic headed to the All-Star Break with another soul-crushing defeat, falling to the San Antonio Spurs in an absolute clinic (1:10). It was good riddance to the first half of the season as the Magic hope the second half of the season can br...
28 min
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Locked On Magic 02.15.17: Orlando Magic shake t...
The Orlando Magic did it. They made the trade everyone expected, shuttling Serge Ibaka to the Toronto Raptors for Terrence Ross and a first round pick. On today's episode I break down the deal and what it means for the Magic's future (6:25). I also dis...
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BREAKING: Serge Ibaka trade instant reaction
The Orlando Magic have reportedly traded Serge Ibaka to the Toronto Raptors for Terrence Ross and a first round pick. It is the deal we all expected...
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Locked On Magic 02.14.17: Leaders step up
The Orlando Magic responded to their devastating defeat on Saturday with a spirited and strong game to defeat the rival Miami Heat (1:25). I break down the game and explain how their leaders took personal responsibility in the response (9:50). I then d...
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Locked On Magic 02.13.17: Wish we could Feel th...
Things are not good in the Magic Kingdom. About the only positive going on is Naomi winning the SmackDown women's title in WWE! I recap a disheartening and frustrating loss to the Dallas Mavericks (3:30). Then I diagnose what the Magic must do to rebui...
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Locked On Magic 02.10.17: Tanks for the memories!
The Orlando Magic fans are licking their wounds or celebrating depending on your persuasion. The Magic suffered a disheartening and disappointing loss to the Philadelphia 76ers at the Amway Center (1:40). There were a few fans celebrating ready for the...
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Locked On Magic 02.09.17: A reset
The Orlando Magic have had some inconsistent performers. We focus today's podcast on two players who could use a bit of a reset. I ponder how Elfrid Payton can get back to dominating as he does in wins (8:00) and how Bismack Biyombo can simplify his ro...
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Locked On Magic 02.08.17: Just looking for some...
The Orlando Magic went to Houston to play the 3-point happy Houston Rockets and things... well, the Magic did not win (3:50). But it became so clear during the game how much the Magic need some better spacing and more 3-point shooting (12:10). The Rock...
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Orlando Magic Daily Podcast Episode 64: The tra...
The NBA trade deadline is just two weeks away! Things will be ramping up shortly, so we caught up with our pal Keith Smith of RealGM to discuss the trade process, rumors, Serge Ibaka and where the Orlando Magic go from here.
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Locked On Magic 02.06.17: Talk, talk and more talk
The Orlando Magic spent last week saying all the right things and playing like they were about to turn the corner... and then Saturday happened. On today's episode, I recap Saturday's loss to the Atlanta Hawks (2:20) and discuss how the Magic once agai...
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Locked On Magic 02.03.17: The Aaron Gordon episode
Grab some popcorn. Aaron Gordon is back in the Slam Dunk Contest. But Gordon is more than just dunks. On today's podcast, I discuss Aaron Gordon's defense and why that has salvaged this experiment at the 3 (7:15). But Gordon's struggles to score and th...
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Locked On Magic 02.02.17: Excellence of Execution
The Orlando Magic took a tough loss to the Indiana Pacers (1:35). They played better, if you are into those kinds of moral victories, and are generally trending up. But execution and energy are still a question as the margin for error gets smaller (8:4...
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Locked On Magic 02.01.17: Looking at the long-term
The calendar has turned to February and that means it is trade deadline season. We listen in on Tuck & O'Neill's conversation with Sean Deveney of Sporting News as he discusses Serge Ibaka's future with the Orlando Magic (9:30). I discuss the Magic's l...
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