The Magic were without their top four scorers for the third straight game Thursday against the Timberwolves, but help could be on the way.

Orlando Magic forwards Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner maintained their top-10 standing in the second returns of NBA All-Star fan voting Thurs.

It might take a while for chemistry to regenerate with Orlando’s All-Star forward, but the team is 19-14 without him entering Thursday.

Jalen Suggs' low back strain is confirmed & Moe Wagner underwent successful ACL repair surgery on his left knee Wednesday.

The Minnesota Timberwolves (19-17) and Orlando Magic (22-16) meet Thursday. Tip-off from Kia Center is set for 7 p.m. ET (NBA TV). Let's analyze BetMGM Sportsbook's NBA odds around the Timberwolves vs.

1. Houston and Memphis renew rivalry. These teams have 24 wins apiece, tied for the second-best record in the Western Conference. There’s also been animosity between these teams in the past, and it could get even better with Ja Morant (shoulder) possibly returning.

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The Orlando Magic are on the verge of getting good news about star forward Paolo Banchero as they play host to the Minnesota Timberwolves for a Thursday night affair at Kia Arena.

Much has been made — and rightfully so — of what’s currently wrong with the NBA’s on-court product. The schemes are too predictable. The players are too soft. The coaches are only hired so that they can later be fired.

Anthony Edwards and the T-Wolves won their second in a row with a 104-97 victory in New Orleans Tuesday. Edwards was 7-11 from 3 and scored 32 to lead all scorers in the game. The Magic have stayed afloat despite major injuries. Monday, they took out the Knicks at Madison Square Garden behind 24 from Cole Anthony.

The Minnesota Timberwolves play against the Orlando Magic in an NBA game tonight. Fans can watch this game for free online.