The NBA is rife with cautionary tales of ex-players turned execs, who have ruined successful franchises. Remember Michael Jordan’s stint in Washington? Isaiah Thomas’ forgettable time as a front-office exec and coach? The Zen master himself, Phil Jackson, hasn’t been able to achieve balance in New York. Can Magic beat the odds?

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