Happy New Year!

The day we have been waiting for is finally here. All the records have been reset and we are finally ready to tip off. I will try to leave some nuggets about tonight's matchup somewhere on here later today. But for now, let me prep you on how you should get ready for tonight's game

-Plan on getting to Amway Arena earlier than usual. I usually settle into my seat with a box of Uno (I miss you Pizza Hut!!!!!) and a bottle of water around half an hour before the game. But for opening night, I get there a little earlier to take in the pregame festivities. Expect a live marching band drumline and lots more pyrotechnics for tonight's game. I am sure the team has something special planned for the 20th anniversary season.

-Listen to the "Orlando Magic Theme Song" and "Are You Ready for This?" at least twice before getting to the stadium (even better if on the way up). Nothing pumps up Magic fans better than these two songs.

-Wear blue. Treat the first game like a playoff game. The best way is to get off on the right foot. And it feels good to put on that jersey for the first time in a while. Bonus points for wearing the original jersey desing -- throwback or otherwise.

-Finally, enjoy the win. Orlando is 12-7 in opening night games and has not lost since losing to the Indiana Pacers in 2005.