Orlando Magic Gambling With Talent That May Not Fit
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by Tim PovtakFiled under: Magic, Suns, Wizards, NBA TransactionsORLANDO, Fla. -- This wasn't about finding pieces that fit -- because these really don't fit very well. This was about getting more players good enough to win an NBA title, and getting rid of those who had grown a little too comfortable.
It clearly was a gamble, a bold move, but a risky one for a franchise desperate to win a championship now.
When a 15-4 start became a 16-9 record, they didn't waste any time clearing the deck.
Magic general manager Otis Smith put his reputation -- and the team's future -- ...