Sure, a 35-win 2015-16 season isn't much to get excited over, but for the Orlando Magic, it's a vast improvement after winning 25, 23 and 20 games in their three previous campaigns.
But there will be a new man at the helm in Orlando, as former Indiana Pacers head coach Frank Vogel takes over for Scott Skiles, who stepped down shortly after the Magic's 2015-16 season ended. It will now be up to Vogel to resume the team's quest for relevance in the Eastern Conference.
With the league releasing its schedule on Thursday, here is some important information for Magic fans to watch for.
2016-17 Details
Season Opener: Wednesday, Oct. 26 vs. Miami Heat, 7 p.m. ET
Championship Odds: 100-1 (via Odds Shark)
Full Schedule: NBA.com
Top Matchups
Miami Heat
Season Opener: Wednesday, Oct. 26 at Amway Center, 7 p.m. ET
First games don't necessarily mean much to teams that will be on the fringe of contention for a playoff spot. But after the departure of Skiles, it's imperative that V ...
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