Pat Williams’ Lasting Legacy: Orlando Magic Honors Co-Founder.

The Orlando Magic are honoring their late co-founder, Pat Williams, with a special uniform patch for the 2024-2025 season. This tribute is a beautiful way to remember Williams, who played a crucial role in bringing professional basketball to Orlando. The patch will feature a black stripe with Williams’ initials “PW” in white on the left shoulder of every jersey.

Williams’ legacy with the Magic is immense. He was instrumental in securing an NBA franchise for Orlando in 1987 and served as the team’s general manager until 1996. During his tenure, he helped build a team that became a cornerstone of Orlando’s sports community. His vision and leadership were key to the Magic’s success, including their run to the 1995 NBA Finals.

Pat Williams spent over 56 years in the league, including more than 30 with the Orlando Magic. He was honored with the John W. Bunn Lifetime Achievement Award by the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 2012, and was inducted into the Orlando Magic Hall of Fame as part of its inaugural class in 2014.

The Orlando Magic’s decision to wear the “PW” patch is a fitting tribute to Williams’ memory and legacy. His impact on the franchise and the community will never be forgotten.