The Orlando Magic hit the road for the first time this regular season to face the Philadelphia 76ers.Orlando Magic (1-2) at Philadelphia 76ers (2-0)Monday, October 27, 7 p.m. ESTWhere to Watch: FanDuel Sports NetworkThe Magic are coming off back-to-back losses after starting the season with a four-point win against Miami.Philadelphia is fresh off back-to-back wins against the Boston Celtics and Charlotte Hornets. They’re led by Tyrese Maxey, and 2025 No. 3 overall pick VJ Edgecombe from Baylor. Edgecombe scored 34 points in their season opener against Boston, the third-most points ever for an NBA player in their first game.2023 NBA MVP Joel Embiid scored 20 points in 20 minutes of action in their win against the Hornets. He underwent surgery on his knee in April, and the 76ers remain cautious with his minutes early in the season.The big difference will be the three-point shooting. In only a couple of games this season, Orlando Magic fans have seen a concerning trend that reminds them of last season. The Magic shot 3/24 from deep last game, and currently rank dead last in three-point shooting (28.2%) and three-point field goals made. Philadelphia, on the other hand, is first in the NBA in three-point shooting percentage (43%), and has averaged nine more threes per game than Orlando. Until the Magic can hit some consistency beyond the arc, it will continue to be a problem.Orlando is also an NBA worst in turnovers, currently averaging 19 a game. Taking care of the basketball will be a priority for Jamahl Mosley’s crew this season.Magic guard Jalen Suggs did not play in the loss to Chicago on Saturday, as Orlando is still being cautious with his phased return from a knee injury. In his place, Tyus Jones got the start. He had a pretty rough day, however, not scoring a single point on five shots. They’ll need a better output to keep pace with Philadelphia.This game starts a five-game road swing for the Orlando Magic. After starting 1-2 in their three-game homestand, they’ll need to figure this out on the road these next two weeks. It starts in Philadelphia on Monday night.
ORLANDO, Fla. —
The Orlando Magic hit the road for the first time this regular season to face the Philadelphia 76ers.
Orlando Magic (1-2) at Philadelphia 76ers (2-0)
Monday, October 27, 7 p.m. EST
Where to Watch: FanDuel Sports Network
The Magic are coming off back-to-back losses after starting the season with a four-point win against Miami.
Philadelphia is fresh off back-to-back wins against the Boston Celtics and Charlotte Hornets. They’re led by Tyrese Maxey, and 2025 No. 3 overall pick VJ Edgecombe from Baylor. Edgecombe scored 34 points in their season opener against Boston, the third-most points ever for an NBA player in their first game.
2023 NBA MVP Joel Embiid scored 20 points in 20 minutes of action in their win against the Hornets. He underwent surgery on his knee in April, and the 76ers remain cautious with his minutes early in the season.
The big difference will be the three-point shooting. In only a couple of games this season, Orlando Magic fans have seen a concerning trend that reminds them of last season. The Magic shot 3/24 from deep last game, and currently rank dead last in three-point shooting (28.2%) and three-point field goals made. Philadelphia, on the other hand, is first in the NBA in three-point shooting percentage (43%), and has averaged nine more threes per game than Orlando. Until the Magic can hit some consistency beyond the arc, it will continue to be a problem.
Orlando is also an NBA worst in turnovers, currently averaging 19 a game. Taking care of the basketball will be a priority for Jamahl Mosley’s crew this season.
Magic guard Jalen Suggs did not play in the loss to Chicago on Saturday, as Orlando is still being cautious with his phased return from a knee injury. In his place, Tyus Jones got the start. He had a pretty rough day, however, not scoring a single point on five shots. They’ll need a better output to keep pace with Philadelphia.
This game starts a five-game road swing for the Orlando Magic. After starting 1-2 in their three-game homestand, they’ll need to figure this out on the road these next two weeks. It starts in Philadelphia on Monday night.