B. Shoals parses a Stan Van Gundy quote about J.J. Redick.

An interview with Grizzlies guard Javaris Crittenton, the object of many Magic fans' affections.

Stan McNeal of The Sporting News got Mickael Pietrus on the phone to discuss his role with the Magic. There's also a Disney question.

Amare Stoudemire's torn iris means he will likely wear goggles for the rest of his career. I'm not a huge Stoudemire fan, but I'm sure I can grow to love him once he gets his Bo Outlaw look on.

Also, Dan Schayes.

Is Dwight Howard in the Best Center in the NBA? One blogger's numbers confirm that indeed he is. Surf the site for other juicy tidbits if you like, there is lots to see of interest to Magic fans.

I am so excited for the Howard v Oden matchup. Oden's gotten huge in the last year.

Former Magic guard Kevin Ollie has signed with the Minnesota Timberwolves.Canis Hoopus, SB Nation's Timberwolves blog, expresses excitement over having such a great locker-room presence.

Ball Don't Lie names 3QC the Web's best Magic blog, as if there were any question. Congrats!

Stephon Marbury can't be traded, bought out, or benched. So there must be something we can do to take his mind off the game.

How about getting him a new side project?

He loves those. Remember "Stars on Stars"? I'm thinking he can start doing basketball documentaries or a radio show or something. What do you guys think?

NOTE: From the FanShots. Thanks, EtR - Ben

Dr. Berri Wages in on the Orlando Magic. Some very interesting insights, and a recommended read.