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Orlando Magic Dismantles Brooklyn Nets with a Commanding Performance

The Orlando Magic, with a record of 14-7, showcased their dominance in the latest game against the Brooklyn Nets, who now stand at 9-11. The final score reflected the Magic's superiority on the court, ending at 123-100.


BROOKLYN, NY - NOVEMBER 29: Shake Milton #7 of the Brooklyn Nets dribbles the ball during the game against the Orlando Magic during a Emirates NBA Cup game on October 22, 2024 at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE (Photo by David L. Nemec/NBAE via Getty Images)

Magic's Mastery Over Nets


The Orlando Magic led for an impressive duration of 42:46 minutes, underlining their control throughout the game. Their biggest lead stretched to 28 points, a testament to their offensive firepower and defensive solidity. The team's efficiency rating stood out at 149, compared to the Nets' 89, highlighting the gap in performance levels between the two teams.


Franz Wagner was a standout performer for Orlando Magic with an astonishing contribution of 29 points, eight assists, and eight rebounds. His shooting accuracy was remarkable; hitting 60 percent from the field and maintaining perfect free throw shooting at 100 percent. Kentavious Caldwell-Pope also made significant contributions with his sharpshooting skills; scoring 19 points on an impressive field goal percentage of 88 percent including an exceptional three-point shooting percentage of 80 percent.


BROOKLYN, NY - NOVEMBER 29: Franz Wagner #22 of the Orlando Magic shoots the ball during the game against the Brooklyn Nets during a Emirates NBA Cup game on October 22, 2024 at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE (Photo by Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty Images)

On defense, Goga Bitadze was a towering presence for Orlando Magic with five blocks and six rebounds contributing to his team's defensive efforts that limited Brooklyn Nets to just half their fast break attempts.


Nets Struggle Against Dominant Magic


The Brooklyn Nets found themselves trailing significantly throughout most of the game. Despite having moments where they led briefly by five points early on and managing to draw fouls effectively as indicated by drawing equal fouls (21) as Orlando did; they couldn't capitalize enough on these opportunities. Their bench contributed significantly with 58 points but it wasn't enough against a well-rounded performance from Orlando.


NEW YORK, NEW YORK - NOVEMBER 29: Franz Wagner #22 of the Orlando Magic drives to the basket against Keon Johnson #45 of the Brooklyn Nets during the second half in the Emirates NBA Cup at Barclays Center on November 29, 2024 in New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Mike Stobe/Getty Images)

Brooklyn managed to convert half of their fast-break attempts into points but struggled in converting second-chance opportunities compared to their opponents. Their leading scorer remained unnamed in this summary but it’s clear that across both ends of the floor they were outplayed by Orlando’s cohesive unit which boasted higher percentages in nearly all aspects including field goals (53 percent), three-pointers (51 percent), and free throws (77 percent).


Looking Ahead


Orlando Magic fans have much to look forward to as their team prepares for another face-off against Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center on December 1st at3:30 PM EDT. This upcoming game promises another exciting matchup between these two teams and will be broadcasted live on YES Network and FDSFL TV for fans wanting to catch every moment live from Brooklyn or anywhere else.


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