Orlando Magic faced a narrow defeat, losing 114-112 to the San Antonio Spurs on Wednesday night at the Kia Center. This game marked a disappointing end to their three-game winning streak.
The Magic’s Comeback Efforts
Trailing by as much as 15 points in the second half, the Magic showed resilience. In the final moments, Franz Wagner sank a 3-pointer, narrowing the Spurs’ lead to just one point.
Jalen Suggs had a crucial opportunity to give the Magic the lead during a fastbreak, but his layup attempt fell short. This miss proved critical as De’Aaron Fox capitalized, converting two free throws to extend the Spurs’ lead.
Key Moments of the Game
- Magic cut the deficit to one point with a 3-pointer from Wagner.
- Jalen Suggs missed a layup that could have changed the momentum.
- Fox made two free throws late in the game to push the Spurs ahead.
Controversial Calls and Final Play
In a pivotal moment, Jonathan Isaac fouled De’Aaron Fox, sending him to the free-throw line where he converted both attempts. Despite having a chance to win, Wagner’s final shot was blocked by Luke Kornet, sealing the game’s outcome.
Looking Ahead
This loss left the Magic recalibrating as they prepare to face the Miami Heat on Friday. The tipoff is set for 7 p.m. ET at the Kia Center, where they will look to bounce back from this tough defeat.
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