CROSSOVER: Breaking Down Heat vs Magic -- Predicting Who Will Advance to Next Round of NBA Cup

Miami Heat set sights on NBA Cup glory as Orlando Magic face crucial injury setbacks: is Paolo Banchero ready to deliver under pressure? Wes Goldberg, Philip Rossman Reich, and David Ramil preview the high-stakes knockout showdown, spotlighting Franz Wagner’s high ankle sprain and its impact on the Magic’s offensive balance. The debate intensifies over Paolo Banchero’s ability to lead Orlando in Wagner’s absence, questioning his efficiency, decision-making, and playoff gravity. The hosts examine Miami’s lineup shifts, spotlight Tyler Herro’s return alongside Norman Powell and Davion Mitchell, and discuss Erik Spoelstra’s tactical dilemma: double-big vs. small-ball.

0:00 Intro & Franz Wagner Update

10:23 Heat Lineup News & Matchups

22:10 Keys to Victory and Predictions

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