It's not the test that the NBA Playoffs will represent, but the Miami Heat and Erik Spoelstra's new-look offense's viability will certainly be challenged in the NBA Cup Tournament knockout round. The Heat officially clinched their spot in the quarterfinals thanks to a Cleveland Cavaliers loss Friday night.
The Heat are scheduled to take on the Orlando Magic in the NBA Cup quarterfinals on December 9 at 6:00 p.m. This is the first time in three years that Miami has advanced beyond the group stage in the NBA Cup.
The winner of the game between the Heat and Magic will advance to the semifinals in Las Vegas.