Orlando Magic Defeat Miami Heat 125-121 in NBA Season Opener

The 2025-26 NBA season opened with a thrilling Southeast Division matchup between the Orlando Magic and the Miami Heat, with Orlando securing a 125-121 victory at the Kia Center. The game was marked by a high-scoring first half, including a record 77 points in the opening quarter, and featured intense back-and-forth action with 10 lead changes and 13 ties. Orlando's offensive rebounding and late-game surge were critical, overcoming Miami's earlier eight-point lead and capitalizing on a scoring drought by the Heat in the final minutes. Key performances included Norman Powell's 28 points in his Heat debut, alongside contributions from Andrew Wiggins and Davion Mitchell, while Orlando was led by Franz Wagner, Paolo Banchero, and newcomer Desmond Bane. The Heat faced challenges with injuries, notably Tyler Herro's absence, positioning Powell as a primary scorer. The game set an electrifying tone for both teams, highlighting strategic shifts and the impact of new key players like Bane and Powell.