The Orlando Magic's 2026 season has arrived! It comes with big ambitions and goals for the upcoming season. Will the Magic secure homecourt advantage and advance deeper into the Playoffs?

What other bold moves will the Magic make and what else can they accomplish as they try to force their title window open?

On today's episode, I make my bold predictions for the upcoming season and try to predict how far the Magic will go.

0:00 Intro: Game week predictions for Magic season

5:45 Magic to accomplish last year's goals

7:47 Paolo and Franz both to make All-Star team

9:50 Magic to finish 3rd in East, compete for top seed

14:25 Magic predicted to have top-half offense

17:59 Tristan Da Silva as breakout player prediction

24:06 Magic to reach NBA Cup final in Las Vegas

29:42 Inviting listener predictions and bold statements

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