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Magic Secure Key Win Over Spurs, Move to 7th in Eastern Conference

Orlando's fourth-quarter surge, led by Banchero and Wagner, propels them past San Antonio as they aim to solidify their play-in tournament position.

Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner (22) shoots a three-point shot against San Antonio Spurs guard Stephon Castle (5) during the first half of an NBA basketball game in San Antonio, Tuesday, April 1, 2025. (AP Photo/Kin Man Hui)
Orlando Magic forward Paolo Banchero (5) takes a contested shot against San Antonio Spurs center Bismack Biyombo (18) during the first half of an NBA basketball game in San Antonio, Tuesday, April 1, 2025. (AP Photo/Kin Man Hui)

Overview

  • The Orlando Magic defeated the San Antonio Spurs 116-105, rallying with a dominant 37-21 fourth quarter after trailing by five points entering the final period.
  • Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner each scored 24 points, with Banchero adding 10 rebounds, and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope contributing 23 points, including seven three-pointers.
  • The victory moved the Magic (37-40) into seventh place in the Eastern Conference standings, surpassing the Atlanta Hawks, with five games remaining in the regular season.
  • The Magic capitalized on 17 Spurs turnovers, scoring 20 points off them, and set a franchise record with Banchero and Wagner each scoring 20-plus points in nine consecutive games.
  • San Antonio, missing Victor Wembanyama and Jeremy Sochan due to injuries, suffered their fifth straight loss and remain five games behind the final play-in spot with seven games left.