Orlando Magic rise to 15th in NBA power rankings ahead of season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 9:33 PM
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
The Orlando Magic have moved up to No. 15 in Bleacher Report's latest NBA power rankings. This shift comes after a quiet offseason, where they re-signed Jevon Carter and Jonathan Isaac and added Nikola Vučević. Orlando aims to leverage its young core, including Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner, under new head coach Sean Sweeney. The team seeks to improve on its recent playoff performances, where injuries hindered their success in previous seasons. Optimism surrounds the roster's health and potential for greater consistency in the upcoming season.
- •Orlando Magic climb from No. 16 to No. 15 in power rankings.
- •Nikola Vučević returns to bolster the offense.
- •Orlando's young core looks to improve postseason results.
- •Sean Sweeney appointed as new head coach.
- •Magic aim for better health and consistency in upcoming season.
- 9:33 PMYahoo Sports — Orlando Magic Move Up Slightly in Latest NBA Power Rankings
"Banking on a veteran reunion and a fresh coaching perspective, Orlando aims to translate its young core's potential into regular-season consistency and a deeper Eastern Conference run.
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