Paolo Banchero's clutch shot lifts Orlando Magic past San Antonio Spurs in a nail-biting finish. Franz Wagner shines with 33 points and 12 rebounds, while Anthony Black provides a spark off the bench.
Orlando Magic forward Paolo Banchero sank a clutch 15-foot shot with 24.7 seconds remaining, propelling the Magic to a hard-fought 112-111 victory over the San Antonio Spurs on Saturday night. The win came after a game in which the Magic largely trailed. Victor Wembanyama 's mid-range jumper attempt fell short in the final seconds, sealing the Magic's victory.
Franz Wagner led the Magic with 33 points and 12 rebounds, while Anthony Black contributed 20 points off the bench, shooting an impressive 8 out of 9 from the field. Banchero finished with 17 points, seven rebounds, and six assists. The Spurs were paced by Devin Vassell's 25 points on an efficient 11-for-14 shooting. Harrison Barnes added 21 points and eight rebounds, and Wembanyama showcased his all-around talent with 18 points, nine rebounds, four steals, and four blocks. Barnes ignited the Spurs in the first quarter with five 3-pointers within a 2-minute span. Despite the loss, the Spurs had a strong showing on their road trip, narrowly missing out on a fourth victory. They had previously won in Charlotte, but fell short in Orlando. The Magic, meanwhile, are dealing with injuries, as Jalen Suggs missed his fifth consecutive game due to a left quadriceps contusion. His absence has significantly impacted the team's performance, with the Magic winning only five out of their last 17 games. The team hopes to have Suggs back before the All-Star break. Wagner's resurgence in the second half, scoring eight points and dishing out an assist, helped the Magic overcome a 13-point deficit. The Magic's shooting efficiency also improved, reaching 51.1% overall, a stark contrast to their league-low ranking in field goal percentage. Looking ahead, the Magic will host the Atlanta Hawks on Monday night
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