The Orlando Magic have made their presence felt early in the 2024-25 offseason with a blockbuster trade that has the NBA world buzzing. On Sunday, the team acquired sharpshooting guard Desmond Bane from the Memphis Grizzlies.
Shortly after the trade announcement, the Magic released a promotional video featuring Bane confidently tossing a basketball in the team facility. Phoenix Suns star Kevin Durant reacted to the video with a six-word post on X.
“They heard this dap in Memphis,” Durant wrote.
They heard this dap in Memphis https://t.co/HBS3i1Xw8y
— Kevin Durant (@KDTrey5) June 17, 2025
The trade itself was one of the most aggressive moves Orlando has made in years. To land Bane, the Magic parted with veterans Kentavious Caldwell-Pope and Cole Anthony, as well as a significant haul of draft capital. The deal included four unprotected first-round picks, most notably the No. 16 overall pick in the 2025 draft, a 2026 pick via Phoenix, and future picks in 2028 and 2030, plus a 2029 first-round pick swap.
Desmond Bane Shows Off Magic Jersey
Bane has officially landed in Florida. After being traded from the Grizzlies in a blockbuster deal, he gave fans the first look at his new chapter by unveiling his Magic jersey in the team’s locker room. In a video shared by the franchise, Bane stood proudly with his new jersey in hand, expressing what the moment meant to him.
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“Toughest jersey I will ever wear. For sure,” Bane said.
For Orlando, the cost was steep. But it’s clear that they’re betting on themselves and on Bane. The 26-year-old guard averaged 19.2 points, 6.1 rebounds, and 5.3 assists last season. He brings a mix of scoring, leadership, and toughness that perfectly complements the Magic’s rising roster.
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