Orlando Magic Dominates Boston Celtics in a Commanding Home Victory

The Orlando Magic secured a significant victory over the Boston Celtics, finishing with a score of 96-76. This win brings the Magic's season record to an even 40-40, while the Celtics now stand at 59-21. The game, held at Kia Center in Orlando, showcased the Magic's ability to control the game from start to finish.

Magic's Offensive Prowess

Franz Wagner led the charge for Orlando with an impressive performance, scoring 23 points on 53 percent shooting from the field and perfect from the free-throw line. His contribution was pivotal in establishing and maintaining the lead against Boston. Paolo Banchero also made significant contributions with 15 points and six assists, demonstrating his versatility and playmaking skills.

The team's efficiency on offense was evident as they outscored Boston in every quarter but one. With a total of 23 assists, Orlando showcased their ability to share the ball effectively. Their bench played a crucial role as well, contributing a remarkable 47 points to secure this win.

Celtics Struggle Against Magic Defense

On defense, Orlando limited Boston to just 76 points, significantly below their season average. The Celtics struggled offensively throughout the game, shooting only 39 percent from field goals and an abysmal 18 percent from three-point range. Despite efforts by Jaylen Brown and other key players, Boston could not overcome Orlando's defensive intensity.

Orlando capitalized on turnovers as well; scoring 25 points off turnovers compared to Boston’s ten highlights their defensive aggression and opportunistic playstyle.

Looking Ahead

The next challenge for Orlando Magic will be against Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis on April 11th at 7:00 PM EDT. Fans can catch all the action live on FDSIN or FDSFL networks.

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