Orlando Magic forward Noah Penda is heading to the locker room after suffering a hamstring injury during the first quarter of the preseason finale against the Miami Heat. Penda went for a steal, chased the ball out of bounds, and appeared to limp while favoring his right hamstring, which has been an issue throughout training camp. He only played two minutes in the game before the injury occurred. The Magic are hoping Penda will be healthy for the season opener against the Atlanta Hawks, but if not, Jamal Cain, who entered the game for him, could step in. Additionally, Anthony Black might return from an ankle sprain, though there’s no guarantee. Injuries have often plagued the Magic in the past, and how they handle this situation could impact their season. Fans can watch the rest of the game on TV27 or stream it on NBA League Pass.
