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Orlando Magic Introduces New Coach Sean Sweeney
Sean Sweeney arrives after helping guide San Antonio to the NBA Finals and inherits a young Orlando core that has reached three straight playoffs.
- On Thursday, June 18, 2026, the Orlando Magic formally introduced Sean Sweeney as their 16th head coach, bringing him aboard following his tenure as associate head coach with the San Antonio Spurs.
- Sweeney replaces Jamahl Mosley, who was fired last month after five seasons and three consecutive first-round playoff exits, as the Magic seek leadership for their young core including Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner.
- Magic President Jeff Weltman said Sweeney "knocked our socks off" during the interview process, noting the 41-year-old coach's defensive expertise honed under Gregg Popovich.
- To complement his defensive background, Sweeney is filling his coaching staff with offensive-minded assistants Riley Crean, Mfon Udofia, and DJ Bakker to unlock the roster's potential.
- Prioritizing communication, Sweeney plans to hold the organization to a high standard while emphasizing player feedback, stating, "I think there's been a lot of listening," as the team prepares for 2026-27.
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