HoopsHype.com Rumors

Hedo Turkoglu is a realist and knows that because of his age and the Orlando Magic’s youth movement that he could have already played his last game for the franchise where he’s enjoyed his greatest success. But Turkoglu is also a dreamer, and at times he can close his eyes and drift back to when he helped lift the Magic to some of the greatest heights in franchise history. His prime years coincided with Orlando’s incredible run to the NBA Finals in 2009, and those memories are never far from the surface for Turkoglu. So Turkoglu is content in knowing that regardless of what comes of his fate in the coming months, he will always have great memories of all that he and the Magic accomplished together in recent years. ``I’m happy I got to be a part of some of the great, great moments here in Orlando and no one can ever change history,’’ Turkoglu said recently. ``Those moments will always be there for me, and I’ll always consider myself a lucky guy.’’ NBA.com

Orlando Magic, Hidayet Turkoglu 

Turkoglu has one year remaining on his contract, but it is only partially guaranteed and the Magic could seek a trade or buyout. He totally understands that the Magic are in a transition as they rebuild the foundation of the team around a promising young nucleus of Nikola Vucevic, Tobias Harris, Maurice Harkless, Andrew Nicholson and others. The days of Dwight Howard, Rashard Lewis, Jameer Nelson and Turkoglu – a fearsome foursome that made the Magic great just four seasons ago – are long gone. And Turkoglu can deal with the reality of the retooling situation in Orlando. ``I always felt comfortable in Orlando and that’s always the city that I want to live when I stop playing. It’s home for me, but this is a new, rebuilding situation,’’ Turkoglu said. ``If they want my leadership I would love to be here. If not, I totally understand the situation and the business. I just have to wait throughout the summer and see what happens and do what’s best for me.’’ NBA.com

Orlando Magic, Hidayet Turkoglu 

The Magic love Harrington's professionalism, but at 33 years old he doesn't fit into their long-term plans. The team likely will try to trade him before they waive him. Turkoglu, 34, is due to earn $12 million in 2013-14, but only half of that salary is guaranteed. Turkoglu has minimal trade value, and if the team can't find a taker for him by the draft, the team likely will waive him. Orlando Sentinel

Orlando Magic, Hidayet Turkoglu, Al Harrington 

Turkoglu, however, doesn't fit into the team's long-range plans. He recently turned 34 years old, and his game already has declined in recent seasons. Only $6 million of his $12 million salary for next season is guaranteed, so it seems highly likely that the team will waive him during the offseason. The Magic instead will focus on growing their young players. Orlando Sentinel

Orlando Magic, Hidayet Turkoglu 

Steve Kyler: Turkoglu repeatedly said he never took any substance to improve his playing ability, that this was related to a shoulder injury and pain. Twitter @stevekylerNBA

Orlando Magic, Hidayet Turkoglu, Rob Hennigan 

Steve Kyler: Hennigan was asked if he expected to see Hedo in a Magic uniform after the suspension, to which he said "I can't see why not" Twitter @stevekylerNBA

Orlando Magic, Hidayet Turkoglu, Rob Hennigan 

Steve Kyler: Hedo is not permitted to be in the building on game days, but said he would be around the team and working out. Twitter @stevekylerNBA

Orlando Magic, Hidayet Turkoglu, Rob Hennigan 

Steve Kyler: Magic GM Rob Hennigan said Hedo informed the team of a possible positive test last week, but was adamant that missed games was unrelated. Twitter @stevekylerNBA

Orlando Magic, Hidayet Turkoglu, Rob Hennigan 

Tony Mejia: Hedo Turkoglu has been suspended without pay for 20 games for violating NBA/NBPA Anti-Drug Program by testing positive for methenolone. Twitter @TonyMejiaNBA

Orlando Magic, Hidayet Turkoglu 

Josh Robbins: Turkoglu and Hennigan say Turkoglu unknowingly took a banned substance while back home in Turkey. Twitter @JoshuaBRobbins

Orlando Magic, Hidayet Turkoglu 

Tony Mejia: Hennigan: "Hedo unknowingly took a banned substance... We believe this was an honest mistake." Twitter @TonyMejiaNBA

Orlando Magic, Hidayet Turkoglu 

Brian Windhorst: It's Hedo Turkoglu not Turkuoglu, my bad. Anyway, he's 1st player to be suspended for PEDs since Magic's Rashard Lewis in 2009. Twitter @WindhorstESPN

Orlando Magic, Hidayet Turkoglu 

Hedo Turkoglu says his left hand is feeling “much better,” and he participated fully when the Orlando Magic did some fullcourt scrimmaging during practice Saturday at Amway Center. Turkoglu broke the hand Nov. 2 and underwent surgery the next day. Although he played in five Magic games from Dec. 29 through Jan. 7, his hand continued to bother him, and he felt it hindered his play. He has missed Orlando’s last eight games as he's waited for his hand to improve. “I’m feeling my much better,” Turkoglu said today. “My hand’s about to be 100 percent soon, so I feel more confidence and, hopefully, that will carry on for my playing, too. So far, I’ve been doing whatever it takes to put myself in the best situation I can. I’m just trying to wait for that situation and hopefully soon that will happen and I’ll 100 percent.” Orlando Sentinel

Orlando Magic, Hidayet Turkoglu, Injuries 

Turkoglu, 33, averaged a pedestrian 10.9 points last season. This season, still rounding into form after having recently missed 28 games due to a broken left hand, Turkoglu is averaging a meager 4.0 points over 20.0 minutes. “This is business,’’ Turkoglu said of trade rumors surrounding him. “I’ve been in the league 13 years, it’s not upsetting. This organization is trying to move on for the future, for the young guys. If they want me to stick around, I’ll do my best to help with the young guys and use my experience.’’ FOXSports Florida

Orlando Magic, Trade, Hidayet Turkoglu 

If Turkoglu can’t be dealt, it remains to be seen if a buyout eventually might be arranged. The Magic already have used their one-time amnesty move on Gilbert Arenas. And they did eat two years and $5.4 million remaining on Quentin Richardson’s contract when he was waived last October. “I feel comfortable in Orlando,’’ said Turkoglu. “I had my great years in Orlando. I have a good relationship with the fans. The fans support me all the time, the entire organization. But, in the end, it’s a business. Whatever they’re trying to do, I’ll try to do my best, either helping them (if) staying or, if they have to move me, they’ll move me ... This is not upsetting me.’’ FOXSports Florida

Orlando Magic, Trade, Hidayet Turkoglu 

“I’m quite sure it’s tough (on Turkoglu),’’ said Nelson, who at least appears to be safe after having signed a three-year, $25 million contract last summer. “We all as a unit last year went though a tremendous amount of adversity and a tremendous amount of uncertainty. But he’s nothing but a professional ... He carries himself that way on and off the court.’’ FOXSports Florida

Orlando Magic, Trade, Hidayet Turkoglu, Jameer Nelson, JJ Redick 

Hidayet Turkoglu: Congrats to my boy @Jameer Nelson to become Orlando magic all time assist leader Twitter @hidoturkoglu15

Orlando Magic, Hidayet Turkoglu, Jameer Nelson 

Hedo Turkoglu won’t play tonight against the Washington Wizards, but he said he hopes to play Saturday night against the Toronto Raptors in Orlando. Turkoglu participated in the Orlando Magic’s shootaround at Verizon Center moments ago, and he’s scheduled to run and do shooting drills later this afternoon. “I’m feeling much better,” he said. “I had a good workout today. I’m going to have one later today, too, and hopefully, I’ll feel much better tomorrow morning and I’ve got a shot for tomorrow night.” Orlando Sentinel

Orlando Magic, Hidayet Turkoglu, Injuries 

Josh Robbins: I asked Jacque Vaughn today how close Hedo is to returning. His answer: “I have no updated timetable for you. Wish I did.” Twitter @JoshuaBRobbins

Orlando Magic, Hidayet Turkoglu, Injuries, Jacque Vaughn 

John Denton: #Magic SF Hedo Turkoglu upset about having to have hand re-casted. Slow healing process likely means he's out another month. Twitter @JohnDenton555

Toronto Raptors, Hidayet Turkoglu, Injuries