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The Orlando Magic came to Las Vegas to play under the dazzling lights and try to secure their first league-wide team trophy. But the Magic failed to live up to the billing and step up to the plate as Jalen Brunson and the Knicks pushed into the lead and the Magic could never recover.

Paolo Banchero is still working his way back into the rotation after his injury knocked him out for three weeks. His absence and his struggles to be aggressive were a key factor that helped the Knicks stay ahead.

As was an injury to Jalen Suggs as Suggs finally seemed to succumb to his long list of injuries that have slowed him down in the last few weeks. After scoring 25 points in the first half, Suggs looked uncomfortable and unable to give the Magic very much down the stretch.

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With Franz Wagner sidelined with an injury, the spotlight turns to Paolo Banchero. Critics have claimed the Magic are better without him. This is Banchero's chance to prove he can impact winning and keep the Magic afloat as they wait for Wagner's return.

Everyone will be watching Banchero to see if he can step up to the plate. Can Banchero rise to the challenge, silence doubters and prove he's a true superstar capable of carrying Orlando through adversity?

He will be vital to the team's hopes of winning the NBA Cup. As the Magic look to gain more big-game experience and show they are ready to make a statement to the rest of the NBA.

00:00 Paolo Banchero's Key Moment

07:34 Banchero's Rising Efficiency Stats

11:09 Paolo's Impact and NBA Cup

16:53 Magic Prove Playoff Potential

29:11 Franz Wagner Injury Update

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The Orlando Magic and New York Knicks will meet once again as they prepare to head to Las Vegas for the NBA Cup semifinal on Saturday. Which team has the edge to advance to the final and compete for the trophy?

Gavin Schall of Locked on Knicks joins the show to break down how the Knicks have changed this season and have their eyes set on the Playoffs and winning the East and why the Magic bother them so much.

They also discuss the difference Desmond Bane has made for the Magic and how their physicality impacts the Knicks.

Who has the edge to come out on top and advance in Las Vegas? What will be the keys to the game?

00:00 Magic vs. Knicks in the NBA Cup

09:52 Knicks' Defense and Player Impact

18:09 Knicks' Offense and Transition Struggles

27:52 Adjusting Without Paolo and Franz

33:43 Jalen Suggs' Impact on Knicks' Success

40:30 Magic's Offense Hinges on Health

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The Orlando Magic crushed the Miami Heat as Desmond Bane erupted for 37 points and six 3-pointers to send the team to the NBA Cup semifinals in Las Vegas.

The win was not merely a statement to advance in the league's in-season tournament. It was a statement of what this team is capable of far deeper into the season.

The Magic are showing the resilience and ability to bounce back from major deficits and overcome their weaknesses. They are winning even as they figure themselves out.

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06:53 Magic's Defense Shapes Their Identity

10:41 Magic's Warning to NBA

19:20 Magic's Playoff Promise

26:59 Jalen Suggs: Reliable but Overactive

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Orlando Magic fans can exhale. Franz Wagner dodged a season-ending injury and is expected to miss only about a month of action with a high ankle sprain. The Magic's postseason dreams are still very alive.

The Magic will have to go without him in their NBA Cup quarterfinal against the Miami Heat. Can Paolo Banchero step up and star for the Magic and lead them to Las Vegas?

Wes Goldberg and David Ramil of Locked On Heat join the show to break down where the Magic go next, how the Heat are adjusting and getting healthier and who will come out on top in the NBA Cup quarterfinal matchup on Tuesday.

00:00 Franz Wagner Avoids Serious Injury

04:18 Magic's Season Hopes Alive

08:28 Magic's Depth Supports Steady Performance

12:00 Paolo and Franz: Finding Balance

19:42 Defense Key for Miami Success

24:34 Magic Prioritizing Health Over Matchups

31:55 Miracle Win Despite Struggles

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The Orlando Magic face a new test as Franz Wagner suffers a significant leg injury in Sunday's loss to the New York Knicks. The Magic will have to fill back in and find a way to survive once again facing a major injury.

Paolo Banchero is still working his way back from his early-season injury and it is clear he will need to step up more just as everyone will have to fill in with Wagner likely out. The only to move is forward. That means a focus on the team's offensive and defensive identity to find success.

The Magic were left in a sort of daze as they struggled to shoot and create shots in the paint to stay competitive, ultimately falling short with Wagner out of the lineup.

00:00 Franz Wagner Injury Shakes Magic

11:45 Magic's Path with Banchero

16:46 Magic Struggle with Paint Scoring

27:58 Magic's Struggles with Three-Point Shooting

36:09 Black's Leap, Magic's Consistency

38:42 Magic Poised to Persevere

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