Orlando Magic Sign Free Agent Forward Alex Morales

Team also waives two-way player in roster move

Published on Feb. 19, 2026

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The Orlando Magic have signed free agent forward Alex Morales to a contract, the team announced on Tuesday. In addition, the Magic have waived their two-way player as part of the roster transaction.

Why it matters

The Magic are making moves to bolster their roster ahead of the NBA trade deadline and playoff push. Signing Morales provides additional frontcourt depth, while waiving the two-way player opens up a roster spot for the team.

The details

The Magic did not disclose the terms of Morales' contract. Morales, 26, has played in the G League this season after going undrafted out of college. The team also announced they have waived their two-way player, though the identity of that player was not revealed.

  • The roster moves were announced on Tuesday, February 17, 2026.

The players

Alex Morales

A 26-year-old free agent forward who has been playing in the G League this season.

Orlando Magic

An NBA team based in Orlando, Florida that is making roster moves ahead of the trade deadline and playoffs.

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What’s next

The Magic will look to integrate Morales into their rotation as they make a push for the playoffs in the second half of the NBA season.

The takeaway

The Orlando Magic are being proactive in shoring up their roster through free agent signings and roster moves as they aim to improve their team for the stretch run.