Magic Look to Halt Four-Game Slide

Published on November 9, 2026, the Orlando Magic are looking to stop a four-game slide after losses to Boston, Washington, Phoenix and Golden State. Their road trip continues with games against Sacramento and Utah, followed by a home NBA Cup matchup with Milwaukee. The stretch gives Orlando a chance to regain ground after a difficult opening to the season.

Injuries have limited the lineup: Paolo Banchero has played twice, Jalen Suggs three times, and Anthony Black began the season sidelined. Desmond Bane also missed a game because of illness, his first absence in two seasons with the Magic. The team had prepared for the season using a new system under coach Sean Sweeney, but has had to adjust without a healthy roster.

Orlando showed signs of resilience against Golden State, rallying from 16 points down to take a late lead despite missing Banchero, Suggs and Bane. The game went to overtime, where the Magic lost to a Warriors team playing with its full lineup. Sweeney praised his players’ offensive rebounding and ball security, areas he said the team must continue to build on. Orlando will hope the upcoming matchups help turn that progress into wins and momentum.