Magic Triumph Over 76ers in NBA Cup

The Orlando Magic defeated the Philadelphia 76ers 98-86 in NBA Cup group play, thanks to a strong fourth-quarter performance led by Franz Wagner's 31 points and 11 rebounds. Despite missing key players like Paolo Banchero and Wendell Carter Jr., the Magic's defense held the 76ers to just 14 points in the final quarter and under 100 points for the fifth consecutive game. The 76ers, who were bolstered by the return of Joel Embiid and Paul George, struggled offensively, shooting only 40.3% from the field and committing 18 turnovers. Jared McCain led the 76ers with 29 points, but his efforts weren't enough to overcome the Magic's late-game surge. With this win, the Magic improved to 2-0 in NBA Cup play and maintained their unbeaten home record, while the 76ers fell to 0-2 in the tournament.