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Orlando Magic chase bench spark at State Farm Arena as the Atlanta Hawks hold serve

Orlando Magic entered 38-29 and the Atlanta Hawks came in 37-31 at State Farm Arena, where the Hawks took a 124-112 result.


NEW YORK, NEW YORK - DECEMBER 02: Franz Wagner #22 of the Orlando Magic takes the ball during the second half against the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center on December 02, 2023 in New York City. The Brooklyn Nets defeated the Orlando Magic 129-101. 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 Elsa/Getty Images)

First quarter


the Orlando Magic scored 21 in the first quarter while the Hawks put up 34, and Atlanta’s edge showed up in 33 assists for the game.


the Magic finished with 11 turnovers while the Hawks had 14, and Orlando still trailed early despite 9 steals on the night.


Second quarter


the Magic added 29 in the second quarter and got 44 bench points, while the Hawks matched with 33 and kept the margin moving behind 46 field goal percent.


Wendell Carter Jr. logged 17 points and shot 60 field goal percent, and Desmond Bane produced 18 points with 4 assists for Orlando’s primary creation.


the Hawks reached the line for 29 free throw attempts, and the Magic countered with 23 attempts while hitting 78 free throw percent.


Third quarter


the Orlando Magic vs Atlanta Hawks match summary turned on Atlanta’s 37-point third quarter against Orlando’s 33, and the Hawks’ biggest lead reached 29.


Paolo Banchero posted 18 points with 10 rebounds and 2 blocks, and Jalen Suggs added 5 assists with 1 block as Orlando tried to stabilize possessions.


the Hawks hit 40 three point percent on 40 attempts, and the Magic answered with 14 makes on 33 three point percent.


Fourth quarter


the Magic scored 29 in the fourth quarter while the Hawks were held to 20, and Orlando’s push included 17 fast break points on 75 percent conversion.


the Hawks secured 67 total rebounds compared to Orlando’s 51, and Atlanta’s 19 second chance points out of 13 second chance attempts showed up on extra trips.


this Orlando Magic vs Atlanta Hawks review also tracks the Orlando Magic vs Atlanta Hawks key moments through a 46-46 tie in points in the paint, while the Orlando Magic match rating reflects 42 field goal percent on 95 attempts.


the Orlando Magic are scheduled to host the Oklahoma City Thunder at Kia Center in Orlando, Florida on 3/17/2026 at 7:00 PM EDT, with broadcasts on FDSOK and FDSFL.


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