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Magic Face Grizzlies in London on Sunday After Berlin Comeback

The O2 Arena matchup advances the NBA’s three-year Europe plan, highlighting Orlando’s improving health versus a depleted Memphis roster.

Overview

  • Tipoff is Noon ET on Sunday at The O2 Arena, with U.S. coverage on Prime Video.
  • The contest is the NBA’s 10th regular-season game in London and the first there since 2019, launching a three-year European slate that continues in Manchester and Paris in 2027 and Berlin and Paris in 2028.
  • Orlando beat Memphis 118-111 in Berlin after erasing a 20-point deficit, with Anthony Black’s late transition dunk putting the Magic ahead for good.
  • Franz Wagner returned from a high ankle sprain and said he is shaking off rust after posting 18 points and nine rebounds in Berlin, while Moe Wagner has also rejoined the lineup and Jalen Suggs remains sidelined with a knee injury.
  • Memphis continues to miss multiple contributors, including Ja Morant (calf), Ty Jerome (calf), Zach Edey (ankle), Scotty Pippen Jr. (toe) and Brandon Clarke (calf).