Talk Blazers vs. Magic Here!

Riding the low of a three-game losing streak, the Portland Trail Blazers have an afternoon date with the Orlando Magic. The play-in is tantalizingly close — though, drifting further each week — and so are increased lottery odds. This matchup against a youthful, sub-.500 Magic team could be an indicator of where the 2022-23 season is heading. Time to figure out how this one goes!

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!

Blazers vs. Magic — Sunday, March 5 — 3:00 p.m. PT

How to Watch: Root Sports Plus, Bally Sports Florida, NBA League Pass

Blazers Injuries: Anfernee Simons (out), Jusuf Nurkic (out), Justise Winslow (out), Ryan Arcidiacono (out), Ibou Badji (out)

Magic Injuries: Franz Wagner (game-time decision), Gary Harris (game-time decision), Jonathan Isaac (out for season)

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