Magic punch ticket to Las Vegas, beat Heat without Franz Wagner

Orlando didn't have one of its top players, but still beat Miami in the NBA Cup.

Orlando Magic forward Tristan da Silva drives past Miami Heat forward Jaime Jaquez Jr. | Mike Watters-Imagn Images

The Orlando Magic are rolling the dice and getting their bags packed for Las Vegas after a 117-108 win against the Miami Heat in the NBA Cup quarterfinal inside the Kia Center.

After trailing 15-0 to start the game, the Magic didn't push the panic button and began to play the defense they needed to as their shots began to fall. Orlando's offense began to soar as Miami fell back down to earth in the second quarter and beyond.

In the second half, the Magic were able to build a lead with Desmond Bane fueling the efforts as they closed things out in the fourth quarter.

Orlando Magic guard Desmond Bane defends Miami Heat forward Andrew Wiggins. | Mike Watters-Imagn Images

Magic make statement in win vs. Heat

The Magic will now advance to the NBA Cup semifinals for the first time in franchise history. They will face the winner of the game between the New York Knicks and Toronto Raptors at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas on Saturday at 5:30 p.m. ET.

Magic make statement in win vs. Heat

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