Orlando Magic and Eastern Conference teams assess offseason progress
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 1:20 AM
Last updated Aug 2, 2026
ORLANDO, Fla. — The NBA Eastern Conference sees significant roster changes heading into the upcoming season. Teams like the Detroit Pistons and Philadelphia 76ers have made moves to enhance competitiveness. The Orlando Magic have retained their core and hired Sean Sweeney as their new head coach, aiming for internal improvement despite injuries. Toronto Raptors' potential acquisition of Kawhi Leonard remains uncertain due to an ongoing investigation into the Clippers. As the offseason nears its end, teams are looking to solidify their positions for the coming season.
- •LeBron James returns to the Eastern Conference after a trade.
- •Orlando Magic hire Sean Sweeney as head coach, retain core players.
- •Toronto Raptors' trade for Kawhi Leonard is on hold pending investigation.
- •Philadelphia 76ers acquire Paul George, enhancing their starting lineup.
- •Detroit Pistons and New York Knicks maintain similar rosters moving forward.
- 1:20 AMYahoo Sports — Analysis: Where Magic and rest of East stand with offseason winding down
"ORLANDO, Fla. — LeBron James is back in the Eastern Conference, Giannis Antetokounmpo is a member of the Miami Heat and Kawhi Leonard could be returning to the Toronto Raptors this upcoming season. It’s been a busy summer for the NBA. There have been stunning trades, key free-agent decisions and a number of coaching changes. Some teams made flashy moves while others focused on internal ...
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