Orlando Magic edge Miami Heat in summer league opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 12, 2026, 10:00 PM
Last updated Jul 12, 2026
The Orlando Magic secured their first victory of the 2026 NBA Summer League, defeating the Miami Heat 93-88 on July 12 in Las Vegas. Lester Quinones contributed 15 points, and Noah Penda made a key block late in the game to maintain Orlando's slim lead. Quinones emphasized improved defensive efforts in the second half after the Heat had strong scoring in the first. Looking ahead, Quinones highlighted the need for consistency in upcoming games.
- •Orlando Magic win 93-88 against Miami Heat.
- •Lester Quinones scores 15 points in the game.
- •Noah Penda provides a game-winning block.
- •Magic improve defensive efforts in the second half.
- •Orlando aims for consistency in upcoming back-to-back games.
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"Lester Quinones flashes high-level shot-making and elite defensive potential, as Noah Penda’s clutch rim protection fuels a gritty victory over rival Miami in Las Vegas.
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