ORLANDO – Everything believed this time of year in the NBA should come with the caveat of, ``it’s still the preseason,’’ but nonetheless the Orlando Magic have a burgeoning sense that their chemistry, continuity and deep talent base are major advantages that should pay off for them when the regular season begins next week.
First, the Magic (3-2) must wrap up the preseason tonight against the LeBron James-less Cleveland Cavaliers (0-4) at the Amway Center (7 p.m., Fox Sports Florida).
Regardless of how tonight’s relatively meaningless game goes, the Magic will exit the exhibition season and head to the regular season with the feeling that they have the togetherness and talent to make waves in the Eastern Conference this season.