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NBA Southeast Division Outlook: Which Team Is The Favorite In 2016-17?

By Austin Albertson

Feb 28, 2016; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Hawks forward Kent Bazemore (24) is defended by Charlotte Hornets guard Nicolas Batum (5) in the third quarter at Philips Arena. The Hawks defeated the Hornets 87-76. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 28, 2016; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Hawks forward Kent Bazemore (24) is defended by Charlotte Hornets guard Nicolas Batum (5) in the third quarter at Philips Arena. The Hawks defeated the Hornets 87-76. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports /
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Apr 6, 2016; Orlando, FL, USA; Orlando Magic forward Aaron Gordon (00) drives around Detroit Pistons forward Tobias Harris (34) during the second half of a basketball game at Amway Center. The Pistons won 108-104. Mandatory Credit: Reinhold Matay-USA TODAY Sports
Apr 6, 2016; Orlando, FL, USA; Orlando Magic forward Aaron Gordon (00) drives around Detroit Pistons forward Tobias Harris (34) during the second half of a basketball game at Amway Center. The Pistons won 108-104. Mandatory Credit: Reinhold Matay-USA TODAY Sports /

Orlando Magic

2015-16 Record: 35-47, Missed Playoffs 

Once again, while not a team that was in the original bunch, it would be wise to check in on Orlando. The Magic appear to once again be hitting the reset button, doubling down on the post.

They’ve traded Victor Oladipo to the Thunder in exchange for Serge Ibaka, and then also added Bismack Biyombo to an already crowded frontcourt.

There’s talent everywhere though, but seeing this team gel early would be a far stretch. The Magic are toying with new pieces right now, and I think them competing may be a little while away. Not to mention that they’ll also have to work their way to incorporating Frank Vogel’s system. It could take a while for the Magic to click.

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