Orlando Magic

Magic to play Raptors in regular-season NBA game in London

Published Jul. 22, 2015 10:01 a.m. ET

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LONDON (AP) -- The NBA says the Orlando Magic and Toronto Raptors will play a regular-season game in London on Jan. 14.

"This underscores our commitment to growing basketball in the region and to bringing more regular-season basketball to our fans in the UK," said NBA commissioner Adam Silver.

It will be the sixth league game played at the O2 Arena in the British capital. Before 2011, games in London were only exhibitions.

"We're honored to participate in the NBA’s Global Games and look forward to representing the Central Florida community and showcasing our team," said Magic CEO Alex Martins. "From our past experience of playing in London in 1993 we know the passion of the fans and look forward to this amazing opportunity."

Magic coach Scott Skiles said, "I remember playing in London with the Magic in 1993 and I am sure our current players will relish this unique opportunity."