Talk about Magic vs. Blazers First Half Here!

This is the Game Day Thread. For those new to the process, you can talk about the game in the comment section with your fellow Blazer’s Edge readers. You can find viewing information and conversation rules just below this.

This is the first half thread. The second half thread will be published around halftime.

Enjoy the game and Go Blazers!

Orlando Magic vs. Portland Trail Blazers - Tuesday, January 10 - 7:00 p.m. PT

How to watch on TV: Root Sports Plus, NBA League Pass

Magic injuries: Jonathan Isaac (out), Chuma Okeke (out)

Blazers injuries: Nassir Little (out), Justise Winslow (out), Gary Payton II (probable), Jusuf Nurkic (probable)

SBN Affiliate: Orlando Pinstriped Post

Magic projected starters: Markelle Fultz, Franz Wagner, Bol Bol, Paolo Banchero, Wendell Carter Jr.

Blazers projected starters: Damian Lillard, Anfernee Simons, Josh Hart, Jerami Grant, Jusuf Nurkic

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