Magic Defeat Lakers 118-106, Wagner, Banchero Shine

The Orlando Magic secured a 111-104 victory over the Charlotte Hornets, with Paolo Banchero leading the team with 32 points and Franz Wagner contributing 26 points. LaMelo Ball scored 25 points for the Hornets, who suffered their fifth loss in six games and have been eliminated from playoff contention. The Magic's win was marked by a late 7-0 run, sealing their success in all four matchups against Charlotte this season. Additionally, in a previous game, the Magic stunned the Los Angeles Lakers with a 118-106 win, where Wagner and Banchero combined for 62 points. This win marked a significant turnaround for Orlando, helping them stay in the playoff race. The Magic will face the Dallas Mavericks next, while the Hornets are set to play the Toronto Raptors.