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NBA·PREVIEW·October 23, 2026 10:17 AM ET

Orlando Magic host Minnesota Timberwolves at Kia Center

Tipoff is set for 7 p.m. on WRDQ 27 and DAZN.

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What happened: Orlando hosts the Minnesota Timberwolves for its second game of the 2026-27 regular season, with the matchup currently scheduled at 0-0. Local television coverage airs on WRDQ 27 alongside streaming on DAZN and radio broadcasts on 96.9 The Game.

Why it matters: Minnesota enters at 1-0 after opening its campaign with a 131-106 road result against the Miami Heat on Oct. 21. makers list the Timberwolves as with an 5 for Friday's contest.

By the numbers: Scheduled score: Minnesota Timberwolves 0, Orlando Magic 0. Minnesota record: 1-0 (131-106 at Miami on Oct. 21). Pre-game market: Minnesota -1.5, 5.

What to watch: Official starting lineups and pre-game availability reports are scheduled for release prior to the 7 p.m. tipoff in Orlando.

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