BIG DECISION: Orlando Magic’s Anthony Black Negotiations SPARK Major Uncertainty

The Orlando Magic know that uncertainty is on the horizon throughout much of the roster. They admitted as much publicly.The next big contract decision in the NBA will be Anthony Black as the team approaches his extension deadline in a few weeks. The Magic and Black both seem to be on good terms and eager to stay together. But the Magic's uncertain salary cap future is hanging over every decision and could force the team to wait until the offseason to retain the promising young guard.The Magic have also been unusually open with the predicament they are in. Jeff Weltman admitted the team will not be able to stay constructed in the same way as they approach the aprons. It is leading to big decisions for the Magic as the season plays out.The good news is that there is still a lot of reason to hope. The biggest is Franz Wagner's return and all the things he does that tie the team together.00:00 Jalen Duren's Contract Negotiations05:04 Anthony Black's contract negotiations15:56 Magic's roster and trade considerations20:10 Franz Wagner's team impact27:26 Franz's potential32:13 Franz Wagner's impact on the MagicSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!IndeedListeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast.BetterhelpThis episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Sign up and get 10% off at https://BetterHelp.com/LOCKEDONNBA.Aura CybersecurityStart your free trial today at https://aura.com/aware.  Protect yourself now.GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply.SquareGet up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at https://square.com/go/NBA ! #squarepodFanDuelThis season, FanDuel is making the excitement go beyond what happens on the field with the all-new FanDuel Rewards Club, featuring exclusive offers, surprises, and more. Every week, check the FanDuel app to see what’s waiting for you or visit https://FANDUEL.COM  to get started.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.