JUNE 17 • ORLANDOSENTINEL.COM
CORY JOSEPH
Magic make decisions about club options for Gary Harris, Cory Joseph The Magic had until June 29 to decide about the club options for Cory Joseph and Gary Harris, but did so sooner because of the Desmond Bane...
Magic decline options for Gary Harris, Cory Joseph Michael Scotto: Just In: The Orlando Magic have declined team options for Gary Harris ($7.5 million) and Cory Joseph ($3.47 million) for the...
JUNE 17 • HOOPSHYPE.COM
Team option declined Monday The Magic declined their $3.47 million team option on Joseph's contract Monday, Michael Scotto of USA Today reports.
Impact Joseph will become an unrestricted free agent after spending the 2024-25 campaign with Orlando. The veteran guard appeared in 50 regular-season outings (16 starts) with the Magic, finishing with averages of 3.5 points, 1.5 rebounds and 1.4 assists in 12.2 minutes per game.
JUNE 17 • ROTOWIRE
Orlando Magic Could Add Consistent 20-Point Scorer To Fill Backcourt Need As the postseason ended for the Orlando Magic, there were a couple of glaring weaknesses. One of them was backcourt offensive production. St...
MAY 2 • SI.COM
Scoreless in Game 5 Joseph finished Tuesday's 120-89 loss to the Celtics in Game 5 of the first round of the Eastern Conference playoffs with zero points (0-5 FG, 0-4 3Pt), two rebounds, three assists...
Impact Joseph had a brutal showing as the Magic were bounced out of the playoffs after a miserable third quarter in which the team was outscored 36-13. Due to Jalen Suggs' season-ending knee surgery, Joseph was pressed into a larger role down the stretch for Orlando. Overall, he appeared in 50 regular-season contests, averaging 3.5 points, 1.5 rebounds and 1.4 assists in 12.2 minutes per game. Entering his age-34 season, the Magic hold a $3.4 million team option on the veteran.
APRIL 30 • ROTOWIRE
Two swipes in loss Joseph accumulated seven points (3-6 FG, 1-3 3Pt), one rebound, three assists, one block and two steals across 23 minutes during Wednesday's 109-100 loss to Boston in Game 2 of the...
Impact After going scoreless in Game 1, Joseph was able to put points on the board Wednesday. However, he was one of three players on his squad to record two steals. Orlando now faces a 2-0 deficit heading into Game 3, with hope starting to dwindle for a talented young team that has dealt with several costly injuries all season.
APRIL 24 • ROTOWIRE
Comes up empty in loss Joseph closed with zero points (0-1 FG, 0-1 3Pt) and two assists in 26 minutes during Sunday's 103-86 loss to the Celtics in Game 1 of the first round of the Eastern Conference pla...
Impact Joseph was barely visible despite continuing to start for the Magic. No matter how you look at it, this was a disastrous performance by the veteran, highlighting the depth issues the Magic have. While he is likely to remain a starter, it's hard to envisage Joseph having a sizeable impact on this series.
APRIL 21 • ROTOWIRE
Running with starters Tuesday Joseph is in the starting lineup for Tuesday's Play-In Game against the Hawks, Mason Williams of SI.com reports.
Impact Given that Cole Anthony and Anthony Black are available, Joseph's presence in the first unit is worth noting. Joseph started 16 games this season, averaging 6.9 points, 3.0 rebounds, 2.9 assists, 0.9 steals and 1.4 three-pointers in 22.5 minutes with the starting five. The Magic could take a hot-hand approach at point guard in Tuesday's pivotal game.
APRIL 15 • ROTOWIRE
Omitted from injury report Joseph (knee) is not listed on the injury report ahead of Tuesday's Play-In Game against the Hawks.
Impact Joseph didn't play in Sunday's regular-season finale against the Hawks due to a knee injury, but he's good to go for Tuesday's rematch with Atlanta. With Cole Anthony and Anthony Black healthy for the Magic, Joseph will be fighting for backcourt minutes off the bench. Joseph averaged 6.1 points, 3.1 rebounds, 2.6 assists, 0.7 steals and 1.5 three-pointers in 20.5 minutes over his last 11 games of the regular season.
APRIL 14 • ROTOWIRE
Orlando and Atlanta meet in play-in game
The Orlando Magic and the Atlanta Hawks meet for the NBA Playoffs Play-In TournamentAPRIL 14 • Associated Press
Not playing Sunday Joseph (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Hawks.
Impact Joseph will miss his first game since March 10. He played only six minutes during Friday's win in Indiana, and his status for the Play-In Tournament matchup against Atlanta on Tuesday is to be determined.
APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE
Iffy to play Sunday Joseph (knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against Atlanta, Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel reports.
Impact Joseph popped up on the injury report before Friday's game against the Pacers due to left knee soreness. He was able to play in that game, but he played only six minutes and finished with two points, five assists, one rebound and one steal. With the Magic locked in as the No. 7 seed in the East, Joseph and the rest of the starters could have their minutes restricted or sit out of Sunday's regular-season finale.
APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE
Set to play Friday Joseph (knee) is available for Friday's game versus the Pacers.
Impact Joseph has been upgraded from questionable to available despite dealing with left knee soreness. The veteran guard is averaging 6.5 points, 3.3 rebounds and 2.4 assists in 21.9 minutes across his previous 10 appearances.
APRIL 11 • ROTOWIRE
Orlando faces Indiana, aims for 6th straight road win
Orlando is looking to prolong its five-game road win streak with a victory over IndianaAPRIL 11 • Associated Press
Deemed questionable for Friday Joseph is listed as questionable for Friday's game versus the Pacers due to left knee soreness.
Impact Joseph has started in Orlando's last 14 contests but could sit out Friday due to left knee soreness. If the veteran guard is downgraded to out, Anthony Black, Cole Anthony and Trevelin Queen are candidates to receive increased playing time.
APRIL 10 • ROTOWIRE
Quiet in start Joseph amassed three points (1-4 FG, 1-3 3Pt), one rebound and three assists across 19 minutes during Wednesday's 96-76 victory over the Celtics.
Impact The veteran point guard continues to start for Orlando, but his fantasy production has left a lot to be desired. Over his last seven outings, Joseph holds averages of 6.3 points, 3.4 rebounds, 2.3 assists, 0.9 steals and 1.7 three-pointers in 23.0 minutes per contest.
APRIL 10 • ROTOWIRE
Banchero has 33 points and 10 rebounds as Magic turn back Hawks 119-112
Paolo Banchero had 33 points and 10 rebounds and the Orlando Magic beat the Atlanta Hawks 119-112, taking command of the four-team play-in tournament race in the Eastern ConferenceAPRIL 9 • Associated Press
Matches team high with six assists Joseph racked up three points (1-4 FG, 1-4 3Pt), seven rebounds, six assists and one steal in 23 minutes during Saturday's 121-91 victory over the Kings.
Impact While the veteran guard tied with two others for the second-lowest scoring output on the Magic, he did match Paolo Banchero for a team-high six assists. With Jalen Suggs (knee) out for the season and Cole Anthony (toe) still on the shelf, Joseph should continue to draw starts until the latter returns. The jump to the first unit hasn't translated to a big bump in fantasy value, however, as Joseph has averaged only 7.4 points, 3.2 rebounds, 3.2 assists, 0.9 steals and 1.4 three-pointers in 23.7 minutes across 10 games as a starter this season.
MARCH 30 • ROTOWIRE
Ties season high in win Joseph totaled five points (2-4 FG, 1-3 3Pt), five assists and four rebounds in 17 minutes during Monday's 118-106 victory over the Lakers.
Impact The veteran point guard made his sixth consecutive start due to Cole Anthony (toe) being sidelined. Joseph tied his season-high mark in assists during his limited playing time. The 33-year-old has been a mainstay in the starting five of late, though he has received less playing time than Anthony Black over Orlando's last two outings, which could become a trend until Anthony returns from the toe injury.
MARCH 25 • ROTOWIRE
Banchero scores 30 as Magic cruise past Wizards, 120-105
Paolo Banchero scored 30 points and the Orlando Magic eased to a 120-105 victory over the Washington WizardsMARCH 22 • Associated Press
Big minutes in Thursday's win Joseph contributed 12 points (4-9 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), six rebounds and three assists in 30 minutes during Thursday's 113-93 win over the Pelicans.
Impact With Jalen Suggs (knee) done for the season and Cole Anthony (toe) also sidelined, Joseph started at point guard and saw his biggest workload of the campaign while setting new season highs in points and boards. Anthony was likely just sitting out the front half of a back-to-back for injury maintenance reasons, so Joseph could return to his usual spot at the end of the bench Friday in Minnesota.
MARCH 14 • ROTOWIRE
Starting Thursday Joseph is in the Magic's starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Pelicans.
Impact Cole Anthony is a late scratch for Thursday's game due to a left big toe strain, so Joseph will step in and make his second start of the season. Joseph's first start came March 4 in a 114-113 loss to the Raptors, and he finished that contest with eight points, five assists and one rebound over 26 minutes.
MARCH 13 • ROTOWIRE
Fails to score off bench Joseph totaled zero points (0-2 FG, 0-2 3Pt), one rebound and two assists over eight minutes during Thursday's 125-123 loss to the Bulls.
Impact Joseph moved back to the bench, following a one-game stint as the starter due to a toe injury to Cole Anthony. With Anthony back in the lineup, Joseph played a muted role, something we have seen from him for much of the season. Expect to see him cheering on from the sidelines on most nights, barring further injuries to the Magic backcourt.
MARCH 7 • ROTOWIRE
Retreating to bench Joseph isn't in the starting five for Thursday's game versus the Bulls, Mason Williams of SI.com reports.
Impact Cole Anthony will reclaim his starting spot from Cory Joseph after missing Orlando's previous contest due to a toe injury. Joseph will now likely compete for backup point guard minutes with Anthony Black.
MARCH 6 • ROTOWIRE
Starting sans Anthony Joseph will start in Tuesday's game against Toronto, Mason Williams of SI.com reports.
Impact The veteran guard will draw his first start since the 2022-23 season with Detroit due to Cole Anthony (toe) being sidelined. Joseph hasn't appeared in 12 of the club's last 16 outings due to a coach's decision, and he has averaged only 1.9 points across 8.4 minutes per contest in his last 10 appearances.
MARCH 4 • ROTOWIRE
