Dec 7, 2025
🏀 Game Recap: Magic 112, Knicks 107
Paolo Banchero delivered a cold-blooded 31-point masterpiece — including 10 in the fourth quarter — as the Magic outlasted the Knicks in a tight back-and-forth battle at Madison Square Garden. For beginners: Orlando stayed composed late and leaned on their star. For die-hard fans: The Magic’s half-court discipline, spacing around Banchero isolations, and late defensive switches forced New York into tough shots in the final minutes.
🔥 First Quarter — Magic Come Out Aggressive
Banchero attacked early and hit tough midrange shots.
Knicks answered behind Jalen Brunson’s drives.
Orlando controlled tempo with crisp ball movement.
🔥 Second Quarter — Knicks Bench Brings Energy
Josh Hart and Donte DiVincenzo sparked a run.
New York hit threes and briefly took control.
Franz Wagner kept the Magic close with timely scoring.
🔥 Third Quarter — Trading Buckets
Both teams exchanged leads multiple times.
Brunson found rhythm from deep.
Orlando stayed steady with interior scoring and transition push.
🔥 Fourth Quarter — Banchero Closes With Authority
Paolo dominated late with powerful drives and clutch free throws.
Magic forced Brunson and Randle into contested looks.
Orlando iced it at the line and held on for a statement road win.
❓ Community Discussion Question:
Is Paolo Banchero already proving he can be a true No. 1 option on a playoff contender, or do the Magic still need another elite scorer to make a deep run?
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