The Close Up - First Round Check In with Malik Grady

Orlando Magic HQ

In this episode, Stephen is joined once again by Malik Grady, and they are pumped about the Orlando Magic's playoff resurgence. They discuss how the Magic have tightened up their defense and key players like Paulo and Jalen Suggs are shining. They also touch on how intense the series has been and the trash-talking so far... the series is heating up.

Looking ahead, the upcoming games are make-or-break, but they are optimistic about the Magic winning the series in six. Finally, they give their take on who needs to step up in order for the Magic to win the series and celebrate Coach Mosley's Coach of the Year nomination.