Orlando’s local basketball team is Orlando Magic. Going to watch a basketball game is a thoroughly entertaining way to spend your evening, especially if basketball isn’t normally part of your home culture.

It’s so much more than a basketball game, as the stadium goes wild for the team and the entertainment provided during the quarter and half-time breaks.

The Home Games of Orlando Magic

There are currently 13 home games scheduled in Orlando until mid-April. However, the season continues until June, with the NBA finals, so Orlando Magic could be playing more games.

Orlando Magic went to the NBA Finals, in 1995 and 2009, so they are due another appearance. Help them by cheering them on and supporting them at a game. See if any of the upcoming games coincide with your Orlando vacation:

• Friday, February 21^st at 7 pm, against the Dallas Mavericks
• Friday, February 28^th at 7 pm, against the Minnesota Timberwolves
• Monday, March 2^nd at 7 pm, against Portland Trail blazers
• Thursday, March 12^th at 7 pm, against the Chicago Bulls
• Sunday, March 15^th at 6 pm, against the Charlotte Hornets
• Thursday, March 19^th at 7 pm, against Cleveland Cavaliers
• Saturday, March 21^st at 7 pm, against Sacramento Kings
• Wednesday, March 25^th at 7 pm, against the Indiana Pacers
• Friday, March 27^th at 7 pm, against the Brooklyn Jets
• Sunday, March 29^th at 6 pm, against New Orleans Pelicans
• Wednesday, April 1^st at 7 pm, against Charlotte Hornets
• Friday, April 10^th at 7 pm, against Boston Celtics
• Wednesday, April 15^th at 7:30 pm, against Toronto Raptors

Orlando Magic Tickets

You can book tickets directly from the official NBA Orlando Magic website. It’s best to book in advance for better seats.

Your hotel may also sell tickets, which includes transport to the venue. Ask at reception upon arrival. Prices range from $40 to $200, depending on demand and seat selection. If not, you can get there by bus. For options, click here, as it depends on where your starting point is.

If you’re a local resident you may prefer the Slam Dunk Pass, which is $44 and includes 4 games in March and April.

More about Orlando Magic

Orlando Magic have been playing in the NBA, as part of the Eastern Conference, since 1989. There colors are blue and white, so dress accordingly if you want to be extra supportive.

The Amway Centre has been home for Orlando Magic, since 2010. It is also where the local minor league hockey team, Orlando Solar Bears and the Orlando Predators of the Arena Football League (AFL) play too.

The most famous player to play for Orlando Magic is the almighty 7ft 1” (216cm) center Shaquille O’Neal. He was a player from 1992-1996 before he moved to the LA Lakers. Considered “one of the greatest centers to ever play the game,” this was the golden age of Orlando Magic. But after a recent revival, Orlando Magic is once again on the way up. Look out for current team favorites Nikola Vučević (9) and Aaron Gordon (00) when you watch.

Can’t make it to a game? Watch at one of Orlando’s fantastic sports bars: 8 Awesome Sports Bars in Orlando.