Orlando Magic face potential salary cap constraints regarding Anthony Black
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 9, 2026, 4:42 PM
Last updated Sep 9, 2026

The Orlando Magic face financial obstacles that could impact the future of Anthony Black as he enters the final year of his contract. Following a season where the team invested heavily in their core lineup, the front office is navigating a payroll that currently exceeds the salary cap. Black, a 22-year-old guard who averaged 15.0 points last season, is set to earn $10.1 million on an expiring deal. While the team remains interested in retaining the player, the rising costs of their existing roster limit the flexibility to offer a long-term extension. Without a strategy to clear significant cap space or a move to restructure existing contracts, the organization risks losing the guard to restricted free agency next summer.
- •Anthony Black averaged 15.0 points and 1.4 steals per game last season.
- •The Orlando Magic payroll for the current season stands at $209.8 million.
- •The team faces a potential luxury tax bill of approximately $32.2 million.
- •Anthony Black is scheduled to become a restricted free agent next summer.
- •Orlando has $192.6 million already committed to the roster for the 2027-28 season.
- 4:42 PMYahoo Sports — Magic Could Lose Anthony Black In Free Agency If They Can’t Clear Cap Space
"After investing heavily in their core, the Magic could stand to lose Anthony Black next summer.
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