On the eve of the NBA trade deadline, the Orlando Magic make their first move—sending Tyus Jones and two second-round picks to the Charlotte Hornets for cash considerations. In this video, we break down why the Magic made the deal, how it gets Orlando under the luxury tax, and what this move really means for the roster moving forward. We analyze the on-court impact, what it means for the backup point guard rotation, and whether this trade is simply a cost-saving move—or the first step toward a bigger deadline deal. Plus, we explore potential follow-up trades, buyout market options, and which players (like Goga Bitadze, Jet Howard, or Jonathan Isaac) could realistically be moved before the deadline. If you’re an Orlando Magic fan wondering what’s next, how the front office is thinking, and whether help is coming for the bench, this video lays it all out with context, cap implications, and realistic trade scenarios. 📌 Topics covered: Tyus Jones trade details & luxury tax implications Why Orlando prioritized financial flexibility Roster impact and open spots Trade deadline and buyout market possibilities Are the Magic done—or just getting started? 0:00 Intro 0:38 Trade Recap 4:16 How This Affects The Team? 11:04 Another Trade Coming? 18:11 Outro #tyusjones #orlandomagicpodcast #orlandomagic #nbatradedeadline #nbatrade #nbatradenews