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The Orlando Magic finish their West Coast trip against the Portland Trail Blazers as they try to break even on the trip and return home 2-2.

The Orlando Magic failed to meet the standard set for their style of basketball, getting outworked and outhustled to the extra possessions they need to win.

Jase Richardson is making the most of expanded opportunity while the Orlando Magic are injured. He is learning quickly from teammates and making his mark.

The Orlando Magic have not gotten off to a slow start this year. But injuries have kept them from deploying their best lineups. This is a team lying in wait.

The Orlando Magic look to continue their momentum on the West Coast as they take on the struggling Golden State Warriors.

The trade deadline is six weeks away. The Orlando Magic do not know much about their team yet, but they should already have a list of needs and players in mind.

The Orlando Magic's offense is fighting for some consistency and constant motion and energy. It built the lead in Saturday's game and ultimately saved them.

The Orlando Magic need a next-man-up mentality as they deal with injuries. To succeed it will take players being aggressive in their roles like Wendell Carter.

The Orlando Magic survived the first quarter of their season and remain in the race to achieve their preseason goals. The next quarter will bring more clarity.

The Orlando Magic's West Coast swing continues as they take on the Utah Jazz. The Magic hope to get their defense right against a fast-paced Utah offense.