Magic vs. Hornets GAMEDAY Preview: How to Watch, Lineups, Injury Report

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ORLANDO - The Orlando Magic looks to win the season series against their division rival Charlotte Hornets in tonight's game at the Spectrum Center.
The Magic won the first meeting back in October, but the Hornets pulled one out in November. Last month, the Magic beat the Hornets in Charlotte and will return to the Queen City for another win.
Earlier this week, LaMelo Ball fractured his ankle, knocking him out for the season and increasing the Magic's chances of winning tonight's matchup. Charlotte won five straight before Ball's injury, but lost Wednesday to the Phoenix Suns in Kevin Durant's debut with his new team.
Now, the Magic, fighting to keep its playoff hopes alive, look to throw another punch towards the Hornets.
Here's a look at the information you need to know for tonight's game ...
Magic vs. Hornets Broadcast Information
- Date: Friday, Mar. 3
- Time: 7:00 p.m.
- TV Channel: Bally Sports Florida
- Radio: WYGM 96.9 FM / 740 AM
- Live Stream: NBA League Pass
Magic vs. Hornets Injury Report
Orlando Magic
- Jonathan Isaac (OUT - hamstring)
Charlotte Hornets
- LaMelo Ball (OUT - ankle)
Magic vs. Hornets Projected Starters
Orlando Magic
- PG Markelle Fultz
- SG Gary Harris
- SF Franz Wagner
- PF Paolo Banchero
- C Wendell Carter Jr.
Charlotte Hornets
- PG Terry Rozier
- SG Kelly Oubre Jr.
- SF Gordon Hayward
- PF JT Thor
- C Mark Richards
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