In this episode of The Close Up, part of the Orlando Magic HQ Podcast Network, host Stephen Cameron is joined by Bryce Simon of Motor City Hoops and the Game Theory Podcast to take a deep dive into the current state of the Orlando Magic.

Time’s Ticking: Orlando Magic Trade Deadline Pressure, Roster Questions & Season Trends

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