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EPISODE · Jul 24, 2026 · 36 MIN

BATTLEGROUND: Orlando Magic's training camp POSITION BATTLES already in focus

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The Orlando Magic's offseason was based on the assumption they had a strong starting lineup. Nobody should expect much shifting there. But as the team looks ahead to training camp, there are several options off the bench that could help the team and several rotation battles to watch. The biggest will come with who the Magic decide to turn to at the backup center with Nikola Vucevic entering the fold as a stronger offensive option at center battling with the defensive-minded Goga Bitadze. Jase Richardson and Noah Penda will also push for more playing time after their strong Summer League runs. But the Magic are likely to stick with more veteran options in Jevon Carter and Jonathan Isaac. Orlando has more depth and more options if the team can stay healthy. But there are still a lot of questions as the Magic piece together their rotation. 00:00 Evaluating Magic's Starting Lineup 07:54 Magic's backup center battle 16:58 Discussing Vucevic's team fit 22:18 Evaluating Richardson and Penda's performance 29:32 Discussion on Penda-Isaac matchup Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Odoo Great organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at https://Odoo.com/lockedon. Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast Betterhelp This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Sign up and get 10% off at https://BetterHelp.com/LOCKEDONNBA. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Join all the action at https://FANDUEL.COM to play Daily Dingers and make your free pick on who’s hitting a homer this MLB season. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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The Orlando Magic’s starting lineup seems set, but key training camp battles loom—especially at backup center between Nikola Vucevic and Goga Bitadze. Philip Rossman-Reich previews these contests, highlights young players fighting for rotation spots, and underscores the crucial roles of health, chemistry, and bench development as the season approaches.

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