Magic news: Anthony Black gets brutally honest on 'weird' contract extension situation
As the Orlando Magic begin training camp ahead of the 2026-27 NBA season , guard Anthony Black is trying not to let his uncertain contract situation become a distraction. Black is eligible for a rookie-scale contract extension entering his fourth NBA season, but the 22-year-old acknowledged during Monday’s Media Day that Orlando is in a “weird […] The post Magic news: Anthony Black gets brutally…
As the Orlando Magic kick off training camp for the 2026-27 NBA season, rookie guard Anthony Black is focusing on his game improvement rather than the uncertainty of his contract status. Black, who has averaged career-high numbers in the past season, is aware the Magic are in a "weird spot" regarding a potential contract extension during his fourth year in the league.
Despite this, Black remains committed to staying with the team and improving his skills. He has been working on aspects such as strength, post defense, and versatility on the court. The deadline for Black and the Magic to agree upon a rookie-scale contract extension is October 19th at 6pm ET. If they fail to reach an agreement, Black would play out the final season of his rookie contract and become eligible for restricted free agency the following summer.
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