Orlando Magic
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Franchise Name History
Team officials sponsored a contest with the Orlando Sentinel so fans could send in their suggestions for the team's new nickname. Through the newspaper contest, names were narrowed down to two-Magic and Juice.
The two names were sent to a panel of local community leaders who selected Magic as the winner.
"Magic is synonymous with this area," said the team's general manager Pat Williams. "We are the tourist capital of the world. We have the Magic Kingdom and Disney World. The tourism slogan is 'Come to the Magic'."
Franchise Arenas
| Arena | Years | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| TD Waterhouse Centre | 1989-present | Formerly the Orlando Arena or O-rena |
Franchise Personnel
The Devos Family - Owners
Rich Devos - Chairman
Bob Vander Weide - President/Chief Executive Officer
Alex Martins - Chief Operating Officer
Pat Williams - Senior Vice President
Otis Smith - General Manager
Brian Hill - Head Coach
This Date in Orlando Magic History
October 30, 2001 - The Magic open up the 2001-02 season with a resounding victory at home vs. the Raptors, 114-85. It was the largest margin of victory in a season opener in team history. Six players score in double-figures, led by Tracy McGrady’s game-high 23. Horace Grant celebrates his return in a Magic uniform with 12 points and six rebounds, while Patrick Ewing kicks off his Orlando debut with 12 points, eight boards, three blocks and two steals...more
Orlando Magic All-Time Award Winners
A complete list of the Magic's award winners...more NBA All-Defensive Teams
| Season | Player |
|---|---|
| 1995-96 | Horace Grant (Second Team) |
| 1994-95 | Horace Grant (Second Team) |
Retired Numbers
| Number | Player |
|---|---|
| 6 | Fans (Sixth Man) |
The Orlando Magic Youth Foundation
The Orlando Magic has been committed to making a positive difference in the lives of disadvantaged and physically challenged youth in our community through its players, staff and the Orlando Magic Youth Foundation (OMYF), a fund of the McCormick Tribune Foundation...more
