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Rookie Class:

The Orlando Magic have 3 rookies on their roster but I wouldn’t expect too much of an impact from any of these guys. DaQuan Jeffries, Hassani Gravett, and Vic Law will look to find their way in the league this season. Most organizations invest heavily in their draft picks, except not a single one of these players was drafted. What this tells me is they will likely spend time trying to develop their skills and may end up in G league. These guys surely will play hard, but unless there are so major injuries I would not expect too much from these guys.

Most Exciting Player:

Aaron Gordon is far and away the most exciting player on this team. Each summer he seems to adds a new skill and incorporates it into his game. His 3-point shooting percentage has improved each season. During the 2018–19 season he improved this up to 34.9%. This season I fully expect him to make another leap in his shooting as well as the ability to run an offense through him. The 23-year-old has developed and grown his role on the team significantly over the last few years. He has transformed from an athletic power forward known only for his dunking to now a skilled small forward. He is fitting into the Blake Griffin type mold, and that would be a great career arc for him. One that the Orlando Magic organization and their fans would be thrilled with.

Westgate Over/Under: 42.5

Last season Orlando went 42–40 and not too much has changed this offseason for them. With another year of experience under their belts and hopefully a little bit more luck in terms of health. This season it really is a wide-open race after the Top 5 teams and I expect Orlando to be leading the charge. They should be able to build on their momentum from last season and have an even more successful season this year. I think Orlando will end up 44–38.

Happiness is a Function of Expectations:

The Orlando Magic fan base should be realistic with tempered expectations going into this season. Last season they made the playoffs as 7th seed. After an intriguing series with the Toronto Raptors where they took the first game, they lost 4 in a row. This season Orlando should look to further upon that. Once again they should look to make the playoffs and even try to push the series even farther. If certain things break the right way, they can even win the series and advance to the second round.