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The Orlando Magic defeated the Miami Heat 121–117 on March 14 at Kaseya Center in a defensive struggle that fell short of the 236.5-point Vegas total. Paolo Banchero led the Magic with 27 points, while Desmond Bane added 21 points as Orlando shot 49.4 percent from the field and made 10 three-pointers. The Heat countered with Jaquez Jr.'s 22 points and Bam Adebayo's 20 points, though Miami managed only 46.6 percent shooting and 12 three-pointers. Orlando dominated the glass with 49 rebounds to Miami's 32, a critical advantage that offset 19 turnovers compared to the Heat's 10. The Magic's explosive first quarter—41 points—set the tone early, though Miami fought back with a 34-point fourth quarter before falling short. The defensive intensity showed in both teams' ratings hovering near 113, reflecting a grind-it-out affair. Orlando's rebounding edge and Banchero's efficiency proved decisive in a matchup that showcased Orlando's depth and physical dominance.
