PREVIEW: The Brooklyn Nets bring elite defensive rebounding (ranked 1st) and high-frequency three-point shooting (47.6% of attempts, ranked 2nd) to their matchup against Orlando, though they struggle with three-point efficiency (ranked 28th) and allow opponents high-quality looks from distance (ranked 29th defensively). The Magic counter with strong perimeter defense, limiting opponent three-point attempts to just 37.8% of their shots (ranked 2nd), while ranking third in attacking the rim and generating free throw opportunities. Both teams share a notable weakness in three-point shooting efficiency, with Orlando ranked 27th in the league . This creates an intriguing dynamic where neither squad can rely solely on outside shooting consistency, forcing both teams to establish their games inside and through transition opportunities. The Nets (13-35) travel to Kia Center to face the Magic (25-23) on Thursday evening. Brooklyn's Michael Porter Jr. leads the team with 23.1 points per game, while the Nets attempt the fifth-most three-pointers per outing but rank third-worst in shooting percentage from distance at 33.1 percent. Orlando should look to attack downhill and create rim opportunities, as Brooklyn surrenders the most points in the paint across the NBA at 59.1 per game . Both teams face significant injury concerns heading into this contest, but the Magic's ability to defend without fouling and limit turnovers could prove decisive in a game where execution matters more than explosive scoring.