The Miami Heat enjoyed their return to AmericanAirlines Arena with a convincing win over the Orlando Magic.
Goran Dragic led all scorers with 17 points as the Miami Heat cruised to a commanding 107-77 win over the Orlando Magic. Newcomer Willie Reed, starting in the absence of Hassan Whiteside, had his best game for the Heat with 16 points, 11 rebounds and two blocks. The Heat led 76-62 through three quarters before a 31-15 final term saw them runaway with the win.
Dion Waiters continued his impressive preseason with 15 points, whilst Tyler Johnson again showed his efficiency off the bench contributing 15 points and four assists.
The Heat shot 51.2 percent from the field whilst holding the Magic to just 33.7 percent from the field. The Heat also hit at a 41 percent clip from three-point range and won the battle on the boards, 46-42.
Newcomer James Johnson impressed in his nine minutes with six points, three rebounds and three blocks before leaving the game with a slight foot complaint.
The Heat rested starters Whiteside and Justise Winslow. Josh Richardson again sat out to continue rehabbing his recent knee injury, whilst reserve forwards Josh McRoberts (foot) and Luke Babbitt (groin) were also sidelined.
Wayne Ellington filled in for Winslow, hitting 4-of-6 from behind three for 14 points. The three-guard lineup has featured at various points of the preseason, but this was the first time as a starting unit.
The Heat have a rest day before traveling to play the Charlotte Hornets on Thursday night.