Magic’s Fourth-Quarter Surge Secures Victory Over Hornets

Orlando overcame injuries and LaMelo Ball's 44-point effort with strong defense and bench contributions to win 95-84 in Charlotte.

Franz Wagner scored 13 of his 21 points in the fourth quarter, leading the Magic to outscore the Hornets 37-22 in the final frame.
Orlando capitalized on Charlotte's 27 turnovers, converting them into 33 points while limiting their own turnovers to just eight.
Key bench players, including Cole Anthony, Moritz Wagner, Jonathan Isaac, and Anthony Black, combined for 53 points, outscoring Charlotte's bench 53-15.
Despite LaMelo Ball's standout performance with 44 points, nine rebounds, and seven assists, the Hornets fell short and lost their fifth game out of the last six.
Orlando played without key starters Paolo Banchero, Wendell Carter Jr., and Jalen Suggs, while Gary Harris exited early with a hamstring strain.