The Orlando Magic opened their 2025-26 season on a high note Tuesday night, defeating the Miami Heat 125-121 at the Kia Center in a fast-paced, physical matchup that marked the return of guard Jalen Suggs . Playing in his first game since January, Suggs quickly reminded teammates and fans alike why he’s considered the team’s emotional core.

Suggs finished with 14 points, four rebounds, three assists, and two blocks in just 17 minutes of action. He shot 6-for-7 from the field, including 2-for-3 from three-point range, and recorded a team-best plus/minus of +15. It was his first game since undergoing arthroscopic surgery in February to remove a cartilage fragment in his left knee — an injury that ended his 2024-25 season prematurely.

The former All-Defensive Team guard made an imme

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