Banchero and Wagner Dominate as Magic Cruise Past Pelicans 113-93

Orlando builds a 30-point halftime lead behind stellar performances from Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner, marking a historic first half for the franchise.

• Paolo Banchero scored 34 points with 11 rebounds and Franz Wagner added 27 points as the Orlando Magic defeated the New Orleans Pelicans 113-93 in New Orleans.
• The Magic built a commanding 30-point lead by halftime, with Banchero and Wagner combining for 44 points, the first time in franchise history two players scored 20-plus points each in the first half.
• Orlando shot 51.8% from the field while limiting turnovers to just eight, showcasing a strong offensive performance after recent struggles against lower-ranked teams.
• Zion Williamson led the Pelicans with 20 points and 8 rebounds, but New Orleans, already eliminated from playoff contention, struggled offensively, shooting just 28% from three-point range.
• The Magic, now 31-36, face a tougher challenge next as they travel to Minnesota to play the Timberwolves, who are on a seven-game winning streak.

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