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The Orlando Magic had a stellar 2008-09 season, winning the Southeast Division and the Eastern Conference Finals. The only thing that could’ve topped it would be an NBA Finals win – and the Magic are determined to do just that in the 2009-10 season. In an effort to make that dream a reality, Orlando was busy during the offseason. They replaced Hedo Turkoglu with Vince Carter, a major upgrade, and picked up Matt Barnes, Ryan Anderson and Brandon Bass to add depth to frontcourt. The backcourt should also be better this season, with Jameer Nelson healed and the newly acquired Jason Williams to help him out. All in all, Orlando is the team to beat in the Eastern Conference, and they stand a great chance of winning the NBA Finals. If you want to be at Amway Arena to watch them do it, then nab your Orlando Magic tickets now!

The Magic fared well in the NBA draft during the franchise's first five years, selecting guard-forward Nick Anderson (1989), forward Dennis Scott (1990), center Shaquille O'Neal (1992), and guard Anfernee 'Penny' Hardaway (1993). These young stars popularized the franchise and propelled the Magic to the 1995 NBA Finals. O'Neal in particular was an immediate force in the NBA, ranking among the league's top scorers in each of his four seasons with the team.