I recently visited the Realgm.com forums to read up on some discussions among Orlando Magic fans. It was interesting to see the wide range of topics being debated and the passion that these fans have for their team. One of the main topics that caught my attention was the ongoing debate about the team's future. Many fans lamented the Magic's recent lack of success and expressed frustration with the team's management. Some called for changes to the coaching staff, while others pointed to the need for new talent on the roster.
Stephens, meanwhile, is a 6’10” center who spent his first four college seasons at VMI prior to transferring to Chattanooga for the 2022/23 season. He had a stellar season for the Mocs, averaging 22.0 points, 9.8 rebounds, 3.4 assists and 2.2 blocks on .552/.408/.820 shooting in 24 games (32.1 minutes). A source tells Ham that Goodwin is expected to be waived and headed to Stockton to play for Sacramento’s G League affiliate in ’23/24. That’s the likely outcome for Stephens as well. If both players are released, they would each be eligible for a bonus worth up to $75K if they spend at least 60 days with Stockton. The Kings now have 20 players under contract, one shy of the preseason limit. They have 14 players on guaranteed standard deals, Jaylen Nowell on a non-guaranteed Exhibit 10 deal, and all three two-way slots filled.
The Kings have signed undrafted free agents Dane Goodwin and Jake Stephens to training camp contracts, a source tells to Keith Smith of Spotrac Twitter link. The Kings have signed undrafted free agents Dane Goodwin and Jake Stephens to training camp contracts, a source tells to Keith Smith of Spotrac Twitter link.
Some called for changes to the coaching staff, while others pointed to the need for new talent on the roster. The main point of contention seemed to be the team's lackluster performance in recent seasons and the need for a clear strategy moving forward. Despite these frustrations, there were also many fans who remained optimistic about the team's future.
Kings Sign Dane Goodwin, Jake Stephens To Exhibit 10 Deals
The Kings have signed undrafted free agents Dane Goodwin and Jake Stephens to training camp contracts, a source tells to Keith Smith of Spotrac (Twitter link). The moves are official, per RealGM’s NBA transactions log. According to James Ham of ESPN 1320 and TheKingsBeat.com (Twitter link), who first reported Goodwin’s signing, the former Notre Dame guard received an Exhibit 10 deal. Stephens also signed an Exhibit 10 contract, Siegel Sports & Entertainment announced (via Twitter). A 6’6″ wing, Goodwin spent five seasons with the Fighting Irish, holding career averages of 10.8 points and 4.4 rebounds on .441/.391/.823 shooting in 158 games (94 starts, 30.5 minutes). He was allowed to play an extra “super senior” season due to the pandemic.
Stephens, meanwhile, is a 6’10” center who spent his first four college seasons at VMI prior to transferring to Chattanooga for the 2022/23 season. He had a stellar season for the Mocs, averaging 22.0 points, 9.8 rebounds, 3.4 assists and 2.2 blocks on .552/.408/.820 shooting in 24 games (32.1 minutes). A source tells Ham that Goodwin is expected to be waived and headed to Stockton to play for Sacramento’s G League affiliate in ’23/24. That’s the likely outcome for Stephens as well. If both players are released, they would each be eligible for a bonus worth up to $75K if they spend at least 60 days with Stockton. The Kings now have 20 players under contract, one shy of the preseason limit. They have 14 players on guaranteed standard deals, Jaylen Nowell on a non-guaranteed Exhibit 10 deal, and all three two-way slots filled.
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The Kings have signed undrafted free agents Dane Goodwin and Jake Stephens to training camp contracts, a source tells to Keith Smith of Spotrac (Twitter link). The moves are official, per RealGM’s NBA transactions log. According to James Ham of ESPN 1320 and TheKingsBeat.com (Twitter link), who first reported Goodwin’s signing, the former Notre Dame guard received an Exhibit 10 deal. Stephens also signed an Exhibit 10 contract, Siegel Sports & Entertainment announced (via Twitter). A 6’6″ wing, Goodwin spent five seasons with the Fighting Irish, holding career averages of 10.8 points and 4.4 rebounds on .441/.391/.823 shooting in 158 games (94 starts, 30.5 minutes). He was allowed to play an extra “super senior” season due to the pandemic.
These fans pointed to the young talent on the roster and the potential for improvement in the coming years. Some even speculated about potential trades or free agent signings that could bolster the team's chances of success. One recurring theme in the discussions was the importance of developing young players. Fans were excited about the progress of players like Jonathan Isaac and Mo Bamba, and believed that their development would be key to the team's future success. There was also debate about the team's draft strategy and whether they should prioritize specific positions or simply take the best available player. Overall, the discussions on Realgm.com reflected the passion and dedication of Orlando Magic fans. While there were differing opinions on the team's future, the main takeaway was that these fans deeply care about the team and want to see them succeed. It will be interesting to see how the team progresses in the coming seasons and whether the discussions among fans on Realgm.com align with the team's actual performance..
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