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Orlando Magic Start Key
Magic need Banchero, da Silva and defense for strong start.
In brief
Magic need Banchero, da Silva and defense for strong start. Orlando Magic must improve offensive production, bench scoring and defense to start the 2026-27 season. Originally reported by Orlando Magic On SI.
Magic start date
Orlando Magic begin 2026-27 season against Atlanta Hawks on Oct 21.
Magic schedule
Magic face Minnesota Timberwolves, New York Knicks and Toronto Raptors twice.
Banchero must hit ground running
Banchero scored 24 points in final two preseason games.
Banchero shooting stats
Banchero shot 10-for-13 from field (76.9%) and 2-for-3 from deep (66.7%).
Banchero needs momentum
Banchero must keep momentum from final preseason games.
Offensive production key
Magic face tough teams; offensive production critical for strong start.
Bench unit impact
Tristan da Silva averaged 16.5 points on 45.3% field shooting.
Bench scoring importance
Da Silva scoring key if Wagner misses time or Penda is out.
The takeaway
Orlando Magic must improve offensive production, bench scoring and defense to start the 2026-27 season.
