The Orlando Magic have officially turned the page on their head coaching search, parting ways with Jamahl Mosley just hours after a devastating Game 7 loss to the Detroit Pistons. After blowing a 3-1 series lead, the Magic wasted no time making a change that many around the league had anticipated.
Mosley's dismissal comes after five seasons at the helm, with the team's playoff exit serving as the final straw. The Magic had entered the season as dark horse contenders in the Eastern Conference, but a rocky campaign relegated them to the play-in tournament before their first-round collapse. Team president Jeff Weltman cited the need for "a new voice and fresh perspective" as the driving force behind the decision.
Despite the disappointing finish, the Orlando job remains one of the most attractive openings in the league. The roster is loaded with young talent, including 2022 No. 1 overall pick Paolo Banchero, sharpshooting guard Desmond Bane, and former lottery picks Franz Wagner and Wendell Carter Jr. With the right coach, this team could finally make the leap that many predicted a year ago.
One name already generating buzz as a potential replacement is Billy Donovan, a proven winner with championship experience. But he's far from the only candidate. Here's a breakdown of six coaches who could be the next to lead the Magic's promising young core.
