ORLANDO, Fla. – The NBA's in-season tournament, now called the Emirates NBA Cup, is back for its second year. The Orlando Magic and Charlotte Hornets get the group play stage underway on Tuesday night at 7 p.m. ET inside the Kia Center.
Orlando comes in seeking its third straight victory, hoping to stay undefeated at home so far this year. The Magic defeated the Washington Wizards their last time out on Sunday evening, utilizing a +22 second half to win by 27 points. They're 5-6 heading into the contest.
The Hornets' last result was a loss to the Philadelphia 76ers in overtime on Sunday evening, 107-105.