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Sean Sweeney set to take over as head coach of the Orlando Magic

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 3:46 PM

Last updated Jun 12, 2026

Sean Sweeney set to take over as head coach of the Orlando Magic

Summary

Sean Sweeney, currently the associate head coach of the San Antonio Spurs, is tasked with taking over the head coach position for the Orlando Magic. His appointment follows a disappointing postseason for Orlando, which culminated in a historic 3-1 series collapse against the Detroit Pistons. The Magic have struggled offensively in recent seasons, finishing among the worst in multiple offensive categories under former coach Jamahl Mosley, who was dismissed after failing to innovate the offense. Sweeney’s challenge will be to revamp a stagnant offense while maintaining Orlando's defensive intensity that has kept them competitive in the Eastern Conference.

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By the Numbers

•Sean Sweeney to become head coach of the Orlando Magic next season.
•The Magic collapsed 3-1 in the first round against the Pistons.
•Orlando ranked among the worst offensive teams in the league for years.
•Former coach Jamahl Mosley was let go after the postseason performance.
•Sweeney aims to improve offense while preserving strong defensive play.

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3:46 PMYahoo Sports — Can Sean Sweeney Fix the Magic’s Offensive Woes?

What they're saying

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As the associate head coach of the San Antonio Spurs, Sean Sweeney’s current challenge is to aid the San Antonio Spurs in pulling off a comeback series win in the NBA Finals against the New York Knicks. But win or lose, he is set to take over as head coach of the Orlando Magic, where […] The post Can Sean Sweeney Fix the Magic’s Offensive Woes? appeared first on The Lead.
— Yahoo Sports

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