The Orlando Magic are expected to make the climb into contention this season. Are they ready to take on teams like the New York Knicks at the top of the conference?

Gavin Schall of Locked On Knicks joins the show to discuss how the Magic can climb into contention, how the Knicks will be different under new coach Mike Brown and what their chances are to win the title this year.

Have Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner developed into title-making stars? Will the Knicks maintain their success after firing Tom Thibodeau? What will Karl-Anthony Towns be like in his second year in New York?

The only thing we know for sure is that these two Eastern Conference rivals are sure to have some classic battles this season.

0:00 Intro: Orlando Magic aiming for championship

5:09 Magic's potential to win Eastern Conference

14:12 Franz Wagner and Paolo Banchero's development

22:32 Discussing New York Knicks coaching change

28:49 Knicks' offseason moves and roster depth

33:38 Karl-Anthony Towns' second year with Knicks

38:47 Defensive strategies in modern NBA

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