Mateo's Hoop Diary: Heat lose season opener in Orlando – Five Reasons Sports Network

Mateo's Hoop Diary: Heat Lose Season Opener in Orlando

The Heat suffered a narrow loss to the Magic in their 10th season opener. A significant issue was their inability to prevent the Magic from getting to the free throw line, particularly in the fourth quarter, where they attempted 14 shots and made 13.

Norman Powell quickly made an impact, providing the Heat with much-needed firepower. He made deep jumpers and set up plays for Bam Adebayo and Davion Mitchell, helping the Heat take a 23-19 lead.

The Heat briefly built a 12-point lead with additional 3-point shots, but the Magic increased their intensity and cut the lead to one point by the end of the first quarter.

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Author's summary: Heat lose season opener to Magic despite strong start.

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