The 1992-93 Orlando Magic season marked the franchise’s fourth year in the NBA. The team made significant strides, finishing the season with a 41-41 record, which was a notable improvement from their previous campaigns. This record placed them third in the Atlantic Division, but they narrowly missed out on a playoff berth. The season was particularly significant as it laid the groundwork for future success.
A pivotal moment for the Magic was the acquisition of Shaquille O’Neal, the first overall pick in the 1992 NBA Draft. O’Neal made an immediate impact, showcasing his dominance on both ends of the floor. He averaged 23.4 points, 13.9 rebounds, and 3.5 blocks per game, earning him the NBA Rookie of the Year award. His presence transformed the team into a more competitive force in the Eastern Conference.
In addition to O’Neal, the Magic’s roster included key players such as Nick Anderson and Dennis Scott, who played crucial roles in the team’s performance. Head coach Matt Guokas guided the team through the season, emphasizing a fast-paced, high-energy style of play that took advantage of their young talent’s athleticism.
Despite not making the playoffs, the 1992-93 season was a turning point for the Magic. Shaquille O’Neal’s arrival and the team’s improved record provided a foundation for future playoff appearances and success in the mid-1990s. The season is often remembered as the beginning of the Magic’s rise in the NBA.
- Regular Season Record: 41-41
- Playoff Result: Did not make playoffs
Orlando Magic Roster and Stats for 1992-93 Season
| Regular Season | Playoffs | |||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Player | GP | PTS | REB | AST | STL | BLK | 3P% | GP | PTS | REB | AST | STL | BLK | 3P% |
| Shaquille O'Neal | 81 | 23.4 | 13.9 | 1.9 | 0.7 | 3.5 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | |
| Nick Anderson | 79 | 19.9 | 6.0 | 3.4 | 1.6 | 0.7 | 35.3 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | |
| Dennis Scott | 54 | 15.9 | 3.4 | 2.5 | 1.1 | 0.3 | 40.3 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | |
| Scott Skiles | 78 | 15.4 | 3.7 | 9.4 | 1.1 | 0.0 | 34.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | |
| Donald Royal | 77 | 9.2 | 3.8 | 1.0 | 0.5 | 0.3 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | |
| Tom Tolbert | 72 | 8.1 | 5.7 | 1.3 | 0.5 | 0.3 | 32.1 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | |
| Anthony Bowie | 77 | 8.0 | 2.5 | 2.3 | 0.7 | 0.2 | 31.2 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | |
| Jeff Turner | 75 | 7.0 | 3.4 | 1.4 | 0.3 | 0.1 | 58.8 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | |
| Terry Catledge | 21 | 4.7 | 2.2 | 0.2 | 0.2 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | |
| Chris Corchiani | 9 | 4.7 | 0.8 | 1.8 | 0.7 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | |
| Bison Dele | 21 | 4.6 | 2.7 | 0.2 | 0.7 | 0.8 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | |
| Litterial Green | 52 | 4.5 | 0.7 | 2.2 | 0.4 | 0.1 | 10.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | |
| Steve Kerr | 47 | 2.6 | 0.8 | 1.3 | 0.2 | 0.0 | 25.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | |
| Howard Wright | 4 | 2.0 | 0.5 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | |
| Greg Kite | 64 | 1.4 | 3.0 | 0.2 | 0.2 | 0.2 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | |
| Lorenzo Williams | 3 | 0.0 | 0.7 | 0.0 | 0.3 | 0.3 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | |
Orlando Magic 1992-93 Regular Season Game Log
Here is the game log for the 1992-93 season for the Orlando Magic.
| Date | Opponent | Result | High Scorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 06, 1992 | vs. Miami Heat | W 110-100 | |
| Nov 07, 1992 | @ Washington Bullets | W 103-98 | |
| Nov 10, 1992 | vs. Charlotte Hornets | L 112-108 | |
| Nov 12, 1992 | vs. Washington Bullets | W 127-100 | |
| Nov 14, 1992 | @ New Jersey Nets | L 124-113 | |
| Nov 18, 1992 | @ Philadelphia 76ers | W 120-110 | |
| Nov 19, 1992 | vs. Golden State Warriors | W 126-102 | |
| Nov 21, 1992 | @ New York Knicks | L 92-77 | |
| Nov 25, 1992 | vs. Houston Rockets | W 107-94 | |
| Nov 27, 1992 | @ Indiana Pacers | W 130-116 | |
| Nov 28, 1992 | vs. Cleveland Cavaliers | W 95-93 | |
| Dec 01, 1992 | @ Seattle SuperSonics | L 116-102 | |
| Dec 03, 1992 | @ Los Angeles Clippers | L 122-104 | |
| Dec 05, 1992 | @ Golden State Warriors | L 119-104 | |
| Dec 08, 1992 | vs. Boston Celtics | L 117-102 | |
| Dec 09, 1992 | @ Detroit Pistons | L 108-103 | |
| Dec 11, 1992 | vs. Phoenix Suns | L 108-107 | |
| Dec 15, 1992 | vs. Philadelphia 76ers | W 119-107 | |
| Dec 17, 1992 | vs. Sacramento Kings | W 112-91 | |
| Dec 19, 1992 | @ Atlanta Hawks | W 125-84 | |
| Dec 22, 1992 | vs. Utah Jazz | W 101-98 | |
| Dec 26, 1992 | @ Miami Heat | L 106-100 | |
| Dec 28, 1992 | vs. Milwaukee Bucks | W 110-94 | |
| Dec 30, 1992 | vs. Los Angeles Lakers | L 96-93 | |
| Jan 02, 1993 | vs. Detroit Pistons | L 98-97 | |
| Jan 05, 1993 | vs. New Jersey Nets | L 102-99 | |
| Jan 08, 1993 | vs. New York Knicks | W 95-94 | |
| Jan 09, 1993 | vs. Indiana Pacers | L 104-88 | |
| Jan 12, 1993 | vs. Chicago Bulls | L 122-106 | |
| Jan 15, 1993 | @ Boston Celtics | W 113-94 | |
| Jan 16, 1993 | @ Chicago Bulls | W 128-124 | |
| Jan 18, 1993 | @ Philadelphia 76ers | L 124-118 | |
| Jan 22, 1993 | vs. Miami Heat | L 110-104 | |
| Jan 23, 1993 | vs. Dallas Mavericks | W 127-106 | |
| Jan 26, 1993 | vs. Atlanta Hawks | W 120-106 | |
| Jan 28, 1993 | @ Cleveland Cavaliers | L 127-113 | |
| Jan 29, 1993 | vs. Boston Celtics | L 116-105 | |
| Feb 01, 1993 | @ Sacramento Kings | W 119-115 | |
| Feb 02, 1993 | @ Los Angeles Lakers | W 110-97 | |
| Feb 05, 1993 | @ Portland Trail Blazers | W 114-106 | |
| Feb 07, 1993 | @ Phoenix Suns | L 121-105 | |
| Feb 08, 1993 | @ Utah Jazz | L 108-96 | |
| Feb 10, 1993 | vs. Cleveland Cavaliers | W 96-87 | |
| Feb 11, 1993 | @ Charlotte Hornets | L 116-107 | |
| Feb 14, 1993 | vs. New York Knicks | W 102-100 | |
| Feb 16, 1993 | @ Detroit Pistons | L 124-120 | |
| Feb 17, 1993 | vs. Denver Nuggets | W 111-99 | |
| Feb 23, 1993 | vs. Portland Trail Blazers | W 125-107 | |
| Feb 25, 1993 | vs. Chicago Bulls | L 108-106 | |
| Feb 26, 1993 | @ Washington Bullets | W 92-91 | |
| Feb 28, 1993 | vs. San Antonio Spurs | L 94-90 | |
| Mar 02, 1993 | vs. Minnesota Timberwolves | W 108-89 | |
| Mar 04, 1993 | @ New Jersey Nets | L 116-97 | |
| Mar 05, 1993 | @ Milwaukee Bucks | L 109-91 | |
| Mar 07, 1993 | vs. Los Angeles Clippers | W 112-95 | |
| Mar 08, 1993 | @ New York Knicks | L 109-107 | |
| Mar 10, 1993 | vs. Indiana Pacers | W 119-106 | |
| Mar 12, 1993 | @ Atlanta Hawks | L 110-92 | |
| Mar 14, 1993 | vs. Seattle SuperSonics | L 105-97 | |
| Mar 16, 1993 | @ Houston Rockets | L 94-93 | |
| Mar 17, 1993 | @ Dallas Mavericks | L 102-96 | |
| Mar 19, 1993 | @ San Antonio Spurs | L 96-93 | |
| Mar 20, 1993 | @ Denver Nuggets | W 114-108 | |
| Mar 23, 1993 | vs. Miami Heat | W 103-89 | |
| Mar 26, 1993 | @ Chicago Bulls | L 107-86 | |
| Mar 27, 1993 | vs. New Jersey Nets | W 98-84 | |
| Mar 30, 1993 | vs. Detroit Pistons | W 105-91 | |
| Apr 01, 1993 | vs. Charlotte Hornets | L 102-93 | |
| Apr 02, 1993 | @ Indiana Pacers | L 118-102 | |
| Apr 04, 1993 | @ Miami Heat | L 124-106 | |
| Apr 06, 1993 | vs. Philadelphia 76ers | W 116-90 | |
| Apr 07, 1993 | @ Charlotte Hornets | W 109-96 | |
| Apr 09, 1993 | @ Minnesota Timberwolves | W 95-92 | |
| Apr 10, 1993 | @ Milwaukee Bucks | L 108-97 | |
| Apr 13, 1993 | vs. Milwaukee Bucks | W 110-91 | |
| Apr 15, 1993 | @ Philadelphia 76ers | L 101-85 | |
| Apr 16, 1993 | @ Cleveland Cavaliers | L 113-110 | |
| Apr 18, 1993 | vs. Boston Celtics | W 88-79 | |
| Apr 20, 1993 | vs. Washington Bullets | W 105-86 | |
| Apr 21, 1993 | @ Boston Celtics | L 126-98 | |
| Apr 23, 1993 | @ New Jersey Nets | W 119-116 | |
| Apr 24, 1993 | vs. Atlanta Hawks | W 104-85 |
