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Magic Duo's Heated Postgame Clash Sparks Controversy
10 Nov
Summary
- Magic coach Mosley and star player Banchero had a tense exchange after loss to Celtics
- Mosley defended his rotation decisions, blaming players' turnovers
- Banchero seemed unsure about the team's new offensive system
On November 10, 2025, the Orlando Magic suffered a 111-107 loss to the Boston Celtics, and the aftermath saw a surprising clash between head coach Jamahl Mosley and star player Paolo Banchero.
During the postgame press conference, Mosley was the first to speak, seemingly offended by questions about his rotation decisions. He defended his approach and shifted the blame to the players, pointing to the team's 17 turnovers that allowed the Celtics to capitalize.
Banchero also had an awkward interaction with the media when asked about the Magic's new offensive system. The young star did not want to go into details, and his response suggested he was not confident in the new plans.
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Individually, Banchero had a highly productive outing, recording 28 points, 6 rebounds, and 4 assists on 56.3% shooting. However, the team as a whole underperformed, turning the ball over more than their season average and struggling with their shooting.
The Magic boast a strong frontcourt with Banchero and Franz Wagner, and they made a blockbuster trade to bring in Desmond Bane during the offseason. Banchero believes the team is ready to make a deep playoff push, but their 4-6 start has them sitting 11th in the Eastern Conference.
