Aside from the major offseason additions, the Orlando Magic’s biggest move was re-signing Paolo Banchero to a supermax extension worth $239 million over five seasons. The deal secures him as the franchise centerpiece, expected to lead the charge toward the first NBA Finals berth in team history. Entering his fourth season, Banchero faces higher expectations after a career-best scoring pace was cut short by injury, knocking him out of All-Star and All-NBA contention. Despite the setback, he averaged almost 26 points and 7.5 rebounds, carrying a Magic team that finished last in three-point shooting and assists before suffering a second straight first-round playoff exit.