The Miami Heat face the Orlando Magic tonight at the Kia Center in Orlando in the 2025–26 regular-season opener between two in-state rivals.

Miami returns with a mix of experience and youth, anchored by Bam Adebayo and strengthened by offseason additions Norman Powell and Simone Fontecchio. With Tyler Herro sidelined until later this year, Adebayo will be counted on to carry much of the offensive and leadership load early on.

Orlando, meanwhile, enters with momentum after finishing 41–41 last season and pushing the Boston Celtics to the brink in the first round of the playoffs. The young tandem of Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner continues to develop into one of the East’s most dynamic duos.

The addition of Desmond Bane in the offseason brings much-needed perimeter shooting and playmaking depth — potentially turning the Magic into a real threat to their Eastern Conference rivals.

Predictions

Both teams defend at a high level, setting up a physical, low-scoring opener. Orlando’s depth and home crowd give them the edge, but Miami’s discipline under Erik Spoelstra will keep it close.

Prediction: Magic 109, Heat 99

Injury Report

Miami Heat

Tyler Herro — Out (left ankle surgery)

Kel’el Ware — Questionable (left ankle sprain)

Kasparas Jakučionis — Out (right groin strain)

Orlando Magic

Moritz Wagner — Out (left knee injury)

How to Watch Heat vs. Magic

Tip-off for tonight’s Miami Heat vs. Orlando Magic game is set for 7:00 PM Eastern at the Kia Center in Orlando.

The game airs live on FanDuel Sports Network Florida / FanDuel Sports Network Sun.

Florida residents without a FanDuel Sports Network subscription can purchase one on Amazon here.

Out-of-market viewers can stream the matchup on NBA League Pass for free on Amazon Prime Video with a 7-day free trial here.

Amazon also offers a discounted subscription that starts at $12.74 for the first two months (then $16.99/month). The subscription also includes access to NBA TV.

Fans can also choose a Team Pass to follow one team’s games for $13.99 per month.

Miami Heat vs. Orlando Magic

Date: Wednesday, October 22, 2025

Time: 7:00 PM Eastern

Venue: Kia Center, Orlando, Florida

TV: FanDuel Sports Network Florida, FanDuel Sports Network Sun

Streaming: NBA League Pass (out-of-market)