Talk about a playoff preview.

The Knicks already passed their first early-season temperature check with a season-opening win over the Cleveland Cavaliers . Their next major test — one that could carry postseason implications down the road — arrived Wednesday night at Madison Square Garden against the Orlando Magic.

The Magic may not have stormed out of the gates as expected, but they still profile as one of the East’s most dangerous potential playoff opponents — deep, versatile, and built to defend. The Knicks offer a similar profile of depth, versatility and toughness, which could make for an interesting playoff series should these two teams meet in late April or early May.

“I think it’s a great matchup,” said Magic head coach Jamahl Mosley before tipoff. “I think the expectations

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