PREVIEW: The Orlando Magic bring elite defensive versatility to the floor, ranking in the top five across multiple categories including rim protection, defensive rebounding, and limiting three-point attempts. Coming off six consecutive wins, Orlando sits in fifth place in the Eastern Conference with a 37-28 record. The Magic have dominated this season's series, winning all four previous games against Miami. On the defensive end, Orlando is allowing just 114.0 points while holding opponents to 47.4% shooting, establishing themselves as one of the league's most suffocating defensive units. Miami counters with league-leading pace and quick transitions, ranking first in tempo with a focus on attacking the rim at a high frequency. The Heat enter riding a seven-game winning streak and are in sixth place with a 38-29 record. Miami ranks sixth in the NBA with 28.7 assists per game, showcasing their ball movement and unselfish offensive approach. Both teams will be operating without key rotation pieces, with Miami missing Norman Powell to a groin injury and Orlando sidelined Franz Wagner with an ankle problem, potentially opening doors for reserve contributions to make an impact.