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Orlando Magic's First Week Challenges
How Banchero, Wagner and Magic handle tough week one games.
In brief
How Banchero, Wagner and Magic handle tough week one games. Orlando Magic face testing offensive and defensive challenges in first three games of season with Banchero and Wagner under pressure. Originally reported by Orlando Magic On SI.
Magic's Week One Games
The Orlando Magic have three games this week: home against the Atlanta Hawks, home against the Minnesota Timberwolves and away against the New York Knicks.
Banchero's Season Start
How will Banchero begin the season?If the Magic want to be more successful, they will need Banchero to up his offensive production from 22.2 points per game last season to the upper 20s this year.
Banchero's Offensive Pressure
Banchero's start should signal what kind of offensive year should be expected from him. If he thrives on offense and leads the Magic to victory, fans should be confident that Banchero took the leaps he…
Tough Game Slate
This is a tough slate of games to kick off the season with. Atlanta is a talented and well-rounded team, Minnesota should be set on both ends of the floor and they have to go…
Wagner's Shoulder Concern
Franz Wagner is not listed on the Magic's injury report for the game against Atlanta tomorrow. Wagner exited the Magic's final preseason game with right shoulder soreness.
Wagner's Performance Pressure
Just like with Banchero, pressure will fall on Wagner in tough games as well.This slate is a great chance to see how much he can step up when the Magic need him to this season.
Sweeney's System Test
Does Sean Sweeney's system work? These games will put Sean Sweeney's system to the test right off the bat. It will be interesting to see what the offensive approach against these three teams will be.
Defensive Challenges
All three offenses will test Orlando's defense. The Magic's defensive approach and identity will have to be good to slow these offenses down. The Timberwolves duo of Anthony Edwards and LaMelo Ball should be electrifying.
The bottom line
Orlando Magic face testing offensive and defensive challenges in first three games of season with Banchero and Wagner under pressure.
