Franz Wagner scored season-high 32 points and grabbed nine rebounds, while Paolo Banchero contributed a double-double of 29 points and 10 rebounds, guiding the Orlando Magic (19-12) to a hard-fought 117-108 victory over the New York Knicks (17-14) on Friday night.
Jalen Suggs played a pivotal role for the Magic, delivering 21 points and six assists.
Despite the Knicks’ Julius Randle’s outstanding performance with 38 points, 12 rebounds, and six assists, their frantic fourth-quarter comeback fell short against the resilient Magic. Jalen Brunson provided support for the Knicks with 20 points and eight assists.
