The Orlando Magic were on a surefire trajectory to win the NBA Championship within their first decade of existence. By 1997, however, those dreams were dashed when an unfortunate trade and interpersonal drama led to a team-wide fallout that changed the game forever.

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Thank you to John Denton from the Orlando Magic! Read more of his stories here!

Check out the Orlando Sentinel article from the era, "The Last Days of Brian Hill" by Larry Guest and L.C. Johnson!

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Additional Audio

1989 Orlando Magic Inaugural Season Opener

"The Original Decision" Shaq to LA

Songs

Brain - Instrumental Retro

Hey Go

Smuggler 

Peaceful Morning

Echoes Boogie Dancehall

Good Thoughts

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