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Banchero’s Double-Double Leads Magic Past Wizards 125-94 as Series Streak Reaches 11

A 43-point second quarter showcased Orlando’s renewed defensive control built on a clear rebounding edge.

Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner (22) passes off under the basket during the second half of an NBA basketball game against the Washington Wizards, Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/John McDonnell)
WASHINGTON, DC - NOVEMBER 01: Paolo Banchero #5 of the Orlando Magic drives to the basket against Cam Whitmore #1 of the Washington Wizards during the first half at Capital One Arena on November 1, 2025 in Washington, DC. 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 Scott Taetsch/Getty Images)
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Overview

  • Orlando notched a second straight win to move to 3-4 overall and 2-2 on its five-game road trip after dropping four in a row.
  • Paolo Banchero posted 28 points and 11 rebounds in 26 minutes, Franz Wagner added 25, and Wendell Carter Jr. had 16 points and 12 boards, with Goga Bitadze scoring 15 off the bench.
  • The Magic outrebounded Washington 53-40 and held an opponent under 100 points for the first time this season while recording season highs of 13 steals and 10 blocks with a season-low 16 fouls.
  • Orlando blew the game open with a 43-21 second quarter that tied the franchise mark for points in that period and built a 75-56 halftime lead.
  • Washington fell to 1-5 with a fourth straight loss, and Orlando’s run in the matchup extended to 11 consecutive wins; next up are Magic at Atlanta on Monday and Wizards at New York on Sunday.