Magic Overcome Pelicans in Heated Match, Advance in Playoff Race

Paolo Banchero's 32-point performance propels Orlando Magic ahead of New York Knicks for the fourth spot in the Eastern Conference.

Orlando Magic's physical play leads to the ejection of three New Orleans Pelicans players in the game's final moments.
The Magic secure a crucial victory against the Pelicans with a 117-108 score, marking their third consecutive win.
CJ McCollum scores 36 points for the Pelicans, who have now lost four of their last five games, slipping to sixth in the Western Conference.
Magic's Franz Wagner and Moritz Wagner contribute significantly with 24 and 18 points, respectively.
Orlando now half a game ahead of the idle New York Knicks, positioning themselves for a stronger playoff spot.