How the Orlando Magic's got their groove back... or never lost it

A week ago, the Orlando Magic were about as low as they could be as they struggled to figure out life without Paolo Banchero. They were on a five-game losing streak. Their homestand has been a turning point as the team has rediscovered their joy, locked in on defense, made a few shots and won convincingly in three straight games.The Magic preach that nothing has changed between these two stretches of games. They kept the faith and kept working on their process, willing results through that effort and that belief.It is not just that though. Franz Wagner has stepped up his play and taken over the All-Star responsibilities. Wagner had adjusted to his new role and is thriving. That could get him the nod to represent the Magic in February.0:00 Intro5:20 Magic's Resilience10:31 Magic's Joy and Process15:10 Franz Wagner's All-Star Case20:52 Team Dynamics and Future26:30 Defensive Strength31:35 Game Summary and OutlookYour favorite podcast now has a newsletter! In One-stop for ultimate team and league coverage delivered right to your in box. Sign up for free now, at lockedondaily.com.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Mint MobileTo get the new customer offer and your new 3-month premium wireless plan for just $15 a month, go to mintmobile.com/lockedonnba. See Mint Mobile for details.RobinhoodRobinhood Gold provides the privileges of a high net worth for any net worth. These generous benefits are now available for only $5/month. The new Gold Standard is here with Robinhood Gold. Sign up at robinhood.com/gold.GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.FanDuelYou can start the season with a big return on FanDuel. New customers can place a FIVE DOLLAR bet and you’ll get started with ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS - if you win your first FIVE DOLLAR BET ! Visit FANDUEL.COM to get started.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.