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Yahoo
4 hours ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Magic launch new era with throwback-style jerseys for 2025-26 season
The post Magic launch new era with throwback-style jerseys for 2025-26 season appeared first on ClutchPoints. The Orlando Magic officially unveiled a new logo and three redesigned uniforms on Tuesday as part of a rebranding initiative ahead of the 2025-26 NBA season. With rising stars Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner leading the way, the updates blend modern design with classic elements, reinforcing the franchise's identity while honoring its roots. Advertisement In a press release, the Magic announced the return of a fan-favorite franchise symbol: the star. The redesigned primary logo reintroduces the iconic star motif, which now features a 'new-look' cascading trail. The letter 'A' in both 'Orlando' and 'Magic' has also been replaced with a star, giving the updated wordmark a nostalgic yet refreshed look. The team's traditional color palette — Magic blue, Magic black and Magic silver — remains unchanged. 'The new logo fondly revisits the Magic's history making an iconic and fan-favorite franchise symbol 'the star' once again,' the team said in its statement. 'The logo evolves with a nod towards nostalgia featuring a legendary, star-centric logo displaying a 'reach for the stars' mentality to match the team's championship ideals.' The secondary logo now shows a star behind a basketball in motion, intended to reflect the franchise's forward momentum and continued growth since its founding in 1989. Magic unveil throwback-inspired uniforms with bold pinstripes and star accents Alongside the updated branding, the team revealed three new uniforms for the upcoming season: the Association (white), Icon (blue) and Statement (black) editions. The uniforms are described as 'modern classics' that pay homage to the team's most iconic looks while ushering in a new era of Magic basketball. Advertisement 'The three new uniforms… have evolved into modern classics, honoring the rich history of the Magic's most iconic jerseys while ushering in a new era of Orlando Magic basketball,' the team said. 'With the return of the bold pinstripes, the MAGIC and ORLANDO wordmarks, uniform trim and bold star on the shorts… the uniforms are a nostalgic tribute to a favorite of the Magic's fanbase.' The Statement edition stands out as the only Jordan Brand uniform in the lineup. It draws direct inspiration from the team's original on-court warm-up jackets and includes bold pinstripes and the new star icon prominently featured on the shorts. Magic rebrand reflects championship aspirations and fan-driven vision Magic Executive Vice President of Marketing and Social Responsibility Shelly Wilkes emphasized the connection between the new designs and the franchise's long-term goals. Advertisement 'The Orlando Magic's mission is to be world champions on and off the court,' Wilkes said. 'The logo and uniforms are an extension of that mission and a direct reflection of the excellence our organization strives for from our ownership to our staff, coaches and players.' Wilkes also noted the role of fan feedback in shaping the rebrand. 'Based on fan feedback, the new logo was a collaboration and really a labor of love… This logo and new uniforms signify the beginning of a new era of excellence for the Magic while paying homage to the past.' The rebrand was celebrated during a special event at Kia Center on Tuesday and will continue with a fan showcase later in the day. As the Magic gear up for a pivotal offseason, the organization appears poised to shift into 'win-now' mode. With Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner anchoring a promising young core, Orlando holds the No. 16 pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, set for June 25–26 at Barclays Center in Brooklyn. The draft begins at 8:00 p.m. ET and will air on ABC and ESPN.
Yahoo
4 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Magic's Major Announcement on Tuesday is Turning Heads
Magic's Major Announcement on Tuesday is Turning Heads originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Orlando Magic revealed on Tuesday at the Kia Center a new logo and three new jerseys they plan to dawn starting next season. Advertisement The logo's design incorporates a 'new-look' cascading star train and goes back to the organization's roots with the blue, black and silver colors, according to an article. The report also notes the new look features the iconic star behind the ball appearing in motion, reflecting the team's propelling forward to build on the organization's heritage. The new uniforms, Association (white), Icon (blue) and Statement (black), have evolved into modern classics to honor Orlando's iconic jerseys from the mid-to-late 1990s and early 2000s. The threads are also a nostalgic tribute to the Magic's fanbase, with aspects of current and future style, per the article. Orlando Magic guard Jalen Suggs (4) and forward Paolo Banchero (5) Chenoy-Imagn Images Following the announcement, Magic fans took to social media to voice their opinions on both items. Advertisement 'This is actually fire 🔥,' one shared about the logo. 'Genuinely wondering who you all worked with on the design,' another commented. 'Looks good.' '🔥🔥,' another posted about the logo. 'These look fire,' one fan wrote about the jerseys 'Left is great, right is good, middle is ehh,' another shared about the jerseys. 'The blue pinstripes are clean,' a fan commented about the jersey designs. 'Font is mid.' The Magic also posted multiple pictures and videos on their X page of players such as Jalen Suggs, Paolo Banchero, Franz Wagner and Kentavious Caldwell Pope wearing the new uniforms on the court, which features the new logo. They also gave the jersey to all-time greats Dwight Howard and Penny Hardaway, who both seemed pleased with the design. Advertisement "Oh wow, these are dope," Hardaway said. "I love it. Definitely brings back some ... Magic. No pun intended." Related: Knicks and Yankees Make Embarrassing History on Saturday This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 3, 2025, where it first appeared.
Economic Times
5 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
Orlando Magic reveal new logo and uniforms for 2025–26 NBA season
The Orlando Magic unveiled a new logo and three redesigned uniforms for the 2025–26 NBA season. The updated look features a return of the iconic star symbol and classic pinstripes. The changes reflect both brand evolution and team heritage, combining fan nostalgia with modern design elements across logo and uniform updates The Orlando Magic unveiled a new logo and redesigned uniforms for the 2025–26 NBA season, highlighting a return to the franchise's star-themed identity and classic pinstripe designs Orlando Magic introduces new logo featuring iconic star symbol Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Orlando Magic reveals three new uniform designs for 2025–26 season Orlando Magic hosts fan event to launch new look The Orlando Magic unveiled a refreshed logo on Tuesday, marking a visual update that emphasizes the return of the team's iconic star symbol. The updated logo pays tribute to the franchise's history while aligning with current design revised primary logo features a stylized star trail, a familiar design element from previous team branding. The star now appears within the wordmark, replacing the 'A' in both 'Orlando' and 'Magic.' The updated visual identity retains the original color scheme, Magic blue, Magic black, and Magic silver, preserving brand read: Former NBA star Michael Carter-Williams wins boxing debut, begins new chapter after basketball retirement The secondary logo also received an update, featuring a star positioned behind a basketball in motion. This graphic symbolizes the franchise's forward momentum while maintaining core visual themes from its origin in to the organization, the new logo reflects a 'reach for the stars' approach aligned with the team's competitive aspirations. The visual overhaul was developed in response to fan feedback and brand the logo, the Orlando Magic introduced three new uniforms: the Association (white), Icon (blue), and Statement (black) editions. Each version incorporates elements from past team designs with updated details to reflect current NBA Association and Icon uniforms feature bold pinstripes and classic MAGIC and ORLANDO wordmarks across the chest. A star graphic appears prominently on the shorts, reinforcing the brand's central theme. The design serves as a nod to the team's most recognizable uniforms from previous Statement uniform, manufactured under the Jordan Brand, is the only alternate in the set. It takes inspiration from the Magic's original on-court warm-up jackets, incorporating pinstripes and a star-themed graphic on the read: NBA Finals: Check ways to watch, betting odds, and other details All three uniforms maintain the team's traditional color palette and aim to blend modern styling with heritage. The organization stated that the new uniform collection is intended to mark the start of a new era while celebrating the team's visual promote the rebranding, the Orlando Magic are hosting a public event on Tuesday, June 3, from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Kia Center in Orlando. Fans attending the event will have access to 2025–26 merchandise and photo opportunities on the Magic event marks the official launch of the new branding elements, with team representatives on site to provide additional details. The logo and uniform redesign were developed as part of the team's broader strategy to refresh its visual presence while engaging its established fan read: Pascal Siakam named Eastern Conference Finals MVP as Pacers storm into NBA finals More information about the event and branding updates is available at
Time of India
6 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Orlando Magic reveal new logo and uniforms for 2025–26 NBA season
The Orlando Magic unveiled a new logo and three redesigned uniforms for the 2025–26 NBA season. The updated look features a return of the iconic star symbol and classic pinstripes. The changes reflect both brand evolution and team heritage, combining fan nostalgia with modern design elements across logo and uniform updates The Orlando Magic unveiled a new logo and redesigned uniforms for the 2025–26 NBA season, highlighting a return to the franchise's star-themed identity and classic pinstripe designs Orlando Magic introduces new logo featuring iconic star symbol Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Orlando Magic reveals three new uniform designs for 2025–26 season Orlando Magic hosts fan event to launch new look The Orlando Magic unveiled a refreshed logo on Tuesday, marking a visual update that emphasizes the return of the team's iconic star symbol. The updated logo pays tribute to the franchise's history while aligning with current design revised primary logo features a stylized star trail, a familiar design element from previous team branding. The star now appears within the wordmark, replacing the 'A' in both 'Orlando' and 'Magic.' The updated visual identity retains the original color scheme, Magic blue, Magic black, and Magic silver, preserving brand read: Former NBA star Michael Carter-Williams wins boxing debut, begins new chapter after basketball retirement The secondary logo also received an update, featuring a star positioned behind a basketball in motion. This graphic symbolizes the franchise's forward momentum while maintaining core visual themes from its origin in to the organization, the new logo reflects a 'reach for the stars' approach aligned with the team's competitive aspirations. The visual overhaul was developed in response to fan feedback and brand the logo, the Orlando Magic introduced three new uniforms: the Association (white), Icon (blue), and Statement (black) editions. Each version incorporates elements from past team designs with updated details to reflect current NBA Association and Icon uniforms feature bold pinstripes and classic MAGIC and ORLANDO wordmarks across the chest. A star graphic appears prominently on the shorts, reinforcing the brand's central theme. The design serves as a nod to the team's most recognizable uniforms from previous Statement uniform, manufactured under the Jordan Brand, is the only alternate in the set. It takes inspiration from the Magic's original on-court warm-up jackets, incorporating pinstripes and a star-themed graphic on the read: NBA Finals: Check ways to watch, betting odds, and other details All three uniforms maintain the team's traditional color palette and aim to blend modern styling with heritage. The organization stated that the new uniform collection is intended to mark the start of a new era while celebrating the team's visual promote the rebranding, the Orlando Magic are hosting a public event on Tuesday, June 3, from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Kia Center in Orlando. Fans attending the event will have access to 2025–26 merchandise and photo opportunities on the Magic event marks the official launch of the new branding elements, with team representatives on site to provide additional details. The logo and uniform redesign were developed as part of the team's broader strategy to refresh its visual presence while engaging its established fan read: Pascal Siakam named Eastern Conference Finals MVP as Pacers storm into NBA finals More information about the event and branding updates is available at
UPI
6 hours ago
- Entertainment
- UPI
Orlando Magic unveil new logos, uniforms, court for rebranding
The Orlando Magic unveiled three new uniforms on Tuesday. Photo by the Orlando Magic June 3 (UPI) -- Orlando Magic players will wear three new uniforms and play on a new court as part of a franchise rebranding, which also includes new logos, the franchise announced Tuesday. "Don't call it a comeback, this is a new era of Magic basketball," the Magic said. "An ode to the O.G., our iconic star and pinstripes representing the true pride of Orlando. "The identity for the next generation of Magic fans that pays homage to the legends that engraved our name into the history books forever: A modern classic making its world premiere." The Magic showed off their rebranding Tuesday at Kia Center. They are to host an event there for fans at 3 p.m. EDT Tuesday. The new uniforms are called Association (white), Icon (blue) and Statement (black). The Association and Icon editions feature pinstripes and a bold star on the shorts. The Statement edition is the only Jordan brand uniform. "The Orlando Magic's mission is to be world champions on and off the court," Magic executive vice president of marketing and social responsibility Shelly Wilkes said in a news release. "The logo and uniforms are an extension of that mission and a direct reflection of the excellence our organization strives for from our ownership to our staff, coaches and players. "Based on fan feedback, the new logo was a collaboration and really a labor of love keeping in mind the affinity our fans have for our brand identity. This logo and new uniforms signify the beginning of a new era of excellence for the Magic while paying homage to the past. We are excited to build upon our rich history with a modernized version of the uniform and logo that our fan base cherishes." Magic players, including star forward Paolo Banchero, participated in photo shoots and were involved in a locker room reveal of the new uniforms. Banchero scored a team-leading 25.9 points per game this season to help the Magic finish 41-41 in the regular season, earning a playoff berth for the second-consecutive year.
