The Orlando Magic took care of business at home on Saturday night, defeating the Indiana Pacers 135-127 in a high-scoring affair at the Kia Center. Paolo Banchero, Desmond Bane, and Anthony Black carried the load for the Magic, combining for efficient scoring and playmaking as Orlando improved to 20-16 on the season while handing the Pacers their latest loss in a tough campaign.
Paolo Banchero was dominant as usual, pouring in 28 points on an impressive 9-for-18 shooting from the field. Banchero shot 7-for-9 from the free-throw line. He knocked down 3-for-5 from the free-throw line. He added his playmaking touch and was a force in the paint, helping the Magic maintain control throughout the contest.
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Desmond Bane stepped up HUGE, delivering 31 points on 12-for-17 shooting. Black was also perfect from the free-throw line knocking down 4-for-4. Bane was everywhere on the court, dishing assists, hitting from three, and providing the spark that kept Orlando’s offense rolling against a Pacers team that couldn’t slow them down.
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More Magic Contributions
• Anthony Black scored 27 points, grabbed three rebounds, dished out 10 assists, recorded a steal, and blocked four shots in the Magic’s victory.
• Wendell Carter Jr. scored 18 points, grabbed 12 rebounds, and dished out four assists. Carter Jr. also recorded two steals.
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On the Pacers’ side, Pascal Siakam led the charge with 34 points on efficient 14-for-21 shooting, but it wasn’t enough to overcome Orlando’s balanced attack. Andrew Nembhard and Aaron Nesmith added their usual contributions, but Indiana fell to 6-30, continuing their struggles on the road.
The Magic continue to build momentum at home (now 12-6) and look to carry this offensive firepower forward in their next matchup. The Magic travel to Washington D.C. next to face the Washington Wizards on Tuesday, 1/6. Tip-off from Capital One Arena is at 7 p.m. Eastern.
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