The 1990-91 season marked the Orlando Magic’s second year in the NBA. Under head coach Matt Guokas, the team aimed to improve on their inaugural season’s performance. Despite their efforts, the Magic finished with a 31-51 record, placing them 6th in the Central Division of the Eastern Conference. The season did not see them qualify for the playoffs, but it laid some groundwork for future development.
One of the key highlights for the Magic was the performance of Dennis Scott, their first-round draft pick, who showed promise in his rookie season. Scott averaged 15.7 points per game, providing the team with some much-needed scoring prowess. Alongside him, Scott Skiles, the team’s point guard, had a standout season. On December 30, 1990, Skiles set an NBA record for most assists in a single game with 30, a record that still stands today. His playmaking abilities were crucial for the team throughout the season.
While the Magic struggled defensively, they occasionally showcased potential with impressive victories against stronger teams. However, inconsistency plagued their campaign. The roster also included players like Nick Anderson and Otis Smith, who contributed significantly but needed more experience to push the team to the next level. The 1990-91 season was primarily a building phase for the Orlando Magic, focusing on developing young talent and gaining experience in the highly competitive landscape of the NBA.
- Regular Season Record: 31-51
- Playoff Result: Did not make playoffs
Orlando Magic Roster and Stats for 1990-91 Season
| Regular Season | Playoffs | |||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Player | GP | PTS | REB | AST | STL | BLK | 3P% | GP | PTS | REB | AST | STL | BLK | 3P% |
| Scott Skiles | 79 | 17.2 | 3.4 | 8.4 | 1.1 | 0.1 | 40.8 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | |
| Dennis Scott | 82 | 15.7 | 2.9 | 1.6 | 0.8 | 0.3 | 37.4 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | |
| Terry Catledge | 51 | 14.6 | 7.0 | 1.1 | 0.7 | 0.2 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | |
| Nick Anderson | 70 | 14.1 | 5.5 | 1.5 | 1.1 | 0.6 | 29.3 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | |
| Otis Smith | 75 | 13.9 | 5.2 | 2.3 | 1.1 | 0.5 | 19.6 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | |
| Jerry Reynolds | 80 | 12.9 | 3.7 | 2.5 | 1.2 | 0.7 | 29.4 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | |
| Jeff Turner | 71 | 8.6 | 5.1 | 1.4 | 0.4 | 0.1 | 40.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | |
| Sam Vincent | 49 | 8.3 | 2.2 | 4.0 | 0.6 | 0.1 | 15.8 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | |
| Michael Ansley | 67 | 5.7 | 3.8 | 0.4 | 0.4 | 0.1 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | |
| Howard Wright | 8 | 5.4 | 4.6 | 0.4 | 0.4 | 0.6 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | |
| Greg Kite | 82 | 4.8 | 7.2 | 0.7 | 0.3 | 1.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | |
| Mark Acres | 68 | 4.2 | 5.3 | 0.4 | 0.4 | 0.4 | 33.3 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | |
| Morlon Wiley | 34 | 3.3 | 0.5 | 2.1 | 0.7 | 0.0 | 50.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | |
| Mark McNamara | 2 | 0.0 | 2.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | |
Orlando Magic 1990-91 Regular Season Game Log
Here is the game log for the 1990-91 season for the Orlando Magic.
| Date | Opponent | Result | High Scorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 02, 1990 | @ Atlanta Hawks | L 115-111 | |
| Nov 03, 1990 | vs. Charlotte Hornets | L 104-97 | |
| Nov 06, 1990 | vs. Cleveland Cavaliers | L 102-95 | |
| Nov 08, 1990 | @ Houston Rockets | L 103-99 | |
| Nov 09, 1990 | @ Dallas Mavericks | L 111-99 | |
| Nov 11, 1990 | @ Minnesota Timberwolves | L 108-81 | |
| Nov 13, 1990 | vs. Dallas Mavericks | W 109-103 | |
| Nov 15, 1990 | vs. Utah Jazz | W 102-99 | |
| Nov 17, 1990 | vs. Indiana Pacers | W 96-89 | |
| Nov 20, 1990 | @ Golden State Warriors | L 123-120 | |
| Nov 21, 1990 | @ Utah Jazz | L 106-91 | |
| Nov 24, 1990 | @ Los Angeles Lakers | L 115-89 | |
| Nov 25, 1990 | @ Los Angeles Clippers | L 119-91 | |
| Nov 27, 1990 | @ Denver Nuggets | L 124-113 | |
| Nov 30, 1990 | vs. Golden State Warriors | L 119-113 | |
| Dec 01, 1990 | @ New Jersey Nets | L 111-92 | |
| Dec 04, 1990 | @ New York Knicks | W 113-102 | |
| Dec 05, 1990 | vs. Portland Trail Blazers | L 119-110 | |
| Dec 07, 1990 | vs. Seattle SuperSonics | W 106-100 | |
| Dec 08, 1990 | vs. Phoenix Suns | L 113-109 | |
| Dec 11, 1990 | vs. Philadelphia 76ers | L 119-114 | |
| Dec 13, 1990 | @ Phoenix Suns | L 125-114 | |
| Dec 15, 1990 | @ Sacramento Kings | L 117-108 | |
| Dec 16, 1990 | @ Portland Trail Blazers | L 126-107 | |
| Dec 18, 1990 | @ Seattle SuperSonics | L 122-105 | |
| Dec 20, 1990 | @ Houston Rockets | L 128-126 | |
| Dec 22, 1990 | vs. Utah Jazz | L 104-96 | |
| Dec 26, 1990 | vs. Houston Rockets | W 109-103 | |
| Dec 29, 1990 | @ Charlotte Hornets | L 109-100 | |
| Dec 30, 1990 | vs. Denver Nuggets | W 155-116 | |
| Jan 03, 1991 | vs. Los Angeles Clippers | W 110-108 | |
| Jan 05, 1991 | vs. San Antonio Spurs | L 107-90 | |
| Jan 07, 1991 | vs. Sacramento Kings | W 111-83 | |
| Jan 09, 1991 | vs. Minnesota Timberwolves | L 111-103 | |
| Jan 10, 1991 | @ San Antonio Spurs | L 117-111 | |
| Jan 12, 1991 | @ Dallas Mavericks | W 127-103 | |
| Jan 15, 1991 | @ Miami Heat | L 104-102 | |
| Jan 16, 1991 | vs. Chicago Bulls | L 99-88 | |
| Jan 18, 1991 | @ Milwaukee Bucks | L 125-106 | |
| Jan 21, 1991 | @ Washington Bullets | L 121-119 | |
| Jan 22, 1991 | vs. Los Angeles Lakers | L 116-96 | |
| Jan 26, 1991 | vs. Detroit Pistons | L 121-81 | |
| Jan 29, 1991 | vs. Phoenix Suns | W 114-112 | |
| Jan 30, 1991 | @ Boston Celtics | L 144-102 | |
| Feb 02, 1991 | vs. Miami Heat | W 108-98 | |
| Feb 05, 1991 | vs. New York Knicks | W 118-116 | |
| Feb 07, 1991 | vs. Minnesota Timberwolves | W 108-103 | |
| Feb 12, 1991 | vs. Denver Nuggets | W 129-122 | |
| Feb 14, 1991 | vs. Seattle SuperSonics | L 102-90 | |
| Feb 17, 1991 | vs. Milwaukee Bucks | L 111-103 | |
| Feb 20, 1991 | @ Indiana Pacers | L 122-120 | |
| Feb 22, 1991 | @ Minnesota Timberwolves | W 103-101 | |
| Feb 24, 1991 | vs. Sacramento Kings | W 120-90 | |
| Feb 26, 1991 | @ Golden State Warriors | W 131-119 | |
| Feb 27, 1991 | @ Phoenix Suns | W 124-116 | |
| Mar 01, 1991 | @ Los Angeles Lakers | L 115-101 | |
| Mar 02, 1991 | @ Denver Nuggets | L 126-111 | |
| Mar 04, 1991 | vs. Utah Jazz | L 106-88 | |
| Mar 06, 1991 | vs. Los Angeles Clippers | W 89-86 | |
| Mar 08, 1991 | vs. Denver Nuggets | W 129-113 | |
| Mar 10, 1991 | vs. Los Angeles Lakers | L 115-101 | |
| Mar 14, 1991 | @ Houston Rockets | L 119-95 | |
| Mar 16, 1991 | @ Detroit Pistons | L 106-99 | |
| Mar 18, 1991 | @ Philadelphia 76ers | L 99-91 | |
| Mar 21, 1991 | vs. San Antonio Spurs | W 105-102 | |
| Mar 23, 1991 | vs. Dallas Mavericks | W 105-93 | |
| Mar 25, 1991 | vs. Golden State Warriors | W 115-106 | |
| Mar 27, 1991 | @ Dallas Mavericks | W 97-85 | |
| Mar 28, 1991 | @ San Antonio Spurs | L 119-95 | |
| Mar 30, 1991 | vs. Houston Rockets | W 114-82 | |
| Apr 02, 1991 | @ Chicago Bulls | L 106-102 | |
| Apr 05, 1991 | vs. Portland Trail Blazers | L 115-98 | |
| Apr 06, 1991 | vs. Boston Celtics | W 102-98 | |
| Apr 08, 1991 | @ Utah Jazz | L 111-95 | |
| Apr 09, 1991 | @ Los Angeles Clippers | W 110-100 | |
| Apr 11, 1991 | @ Sacramento Kings | L 104-96 | |
| Apr 13, 1991 | @ Seattle SuperSonics | L 105-96 | |
| Apr 14, 1991 | @ Portland Trail Blazers | L 139-119 | |
| Apr 16, 1991 | vs. Atlanta Hawks | W 113-106 | |
| Apr 17, 1991 | @ Cleveland Cavaliers | L 112-102 | |
| Apr 19, 1991 | vs. Washington Bullets | W 112-107 | |
| Apr 21, 1991 | vs. New Jersey Nets | W 120-110 |
