As of Monday, January 19, 2009, the Orlando Magic are thought to be the best team in the NBA. Marc Stein in his weekly power rankings puts Orlando No. 1 after the team's 4-0 road trip that included a sweep of the Western Conference's division leaders.
John Hollinger too has the Magic at the top spot creating an unprecedented hole in the universe. I feel reality collapsing upon itself as I type this.
This is an incredible accomplishment for Orlando. Not only is the national media finally recognizing Orlando and all its greatness.
The past week has been one of the best in Magic history. And this is its just reward.
But now the question becomes: can Orlando maintain it? Can the Magic keep it up into June and actually compete for a title.
We have already seen Boston (Thursday's opponent) get off to a hot start and hit a swoon, although I think they are pacing themselves a little bit. The Magic undoubtedly are going to cool off and lose some games. The question will become can Orlando bounce back.
The Magic have secured themselves a spot in the elite of the NBA. Now can they maintain it with all the pressures and expectations squarely on them?
This is something no one on the roster (except Stan Van Gundy) has had to deal with.
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