Overview
- Orlando erased a 15-0 deficit to beat Miami 117-108 in Tuesday’s quarterfinal at the Kia Center, eliminating the Heat and extending their skid to four games.
- The win sends the Magic to Saturday’s semifinals in Las Vegas against the Knicks–Raptors winner, with Miami returning to the regular schedule.
- Franz Wagner was out with a high-ankle sprain, while Miami got Tyler Herro back from a toe contusion as he scored 21 points.
- Orlando used its standard home floor after its special NBA Cup court was reported damaged in storage.
- Prime Video carried the game exclusively nationwide, and advancing Magic players move from $53,093 to $106,187 each in Cup bonuses.