Sensing Paolo Banchero is nearly ready to rejoin them on the court, the Orlando Magic have an abounding buzz about them.

Off the back of contrasting results last time out, championship hopefuls New York Knicks and Oklahoma City Thunder will both be looking to put on a show in Saturday's meeting at Madison Square Garden.

The Magic have kept hope alive with Paolo Banchero expected to make a much-anticipated return on Thursday against the Timberwolves.

New York hosts Oklahoma City in non-conference play. The teams square off Friday for the first time this season.