By Daunte Wilkerson
Magic Ran Short
Date: March 4th, 2025
Opponent: Toronto Raptors
Final Score: Toronto 114 – Orlando 113
Game Information
Talk about a dog fight. This game went back & forth between the Magic & Raptors. Tied at 22, all going into the 2nd quarter. Magic fans were hoping that the home team would pull out in the second quarter, but it was still a tight game going into halftime. Orlando is up by 5 points, 54 – 49. The 3rd quarter is what made a difference in the game. Toronto went on a major run, leading the Magic by 7 with a score of 73 – 80.
In the end Raptors guard Ja’Kobe Walter chucks up a 3-pointer, after being down 111-113 with .05 left on the game clock and sends the Magic fans back home, as well as players are back to their locker room frustrated as Toronton goes on to win 114 – 113.
Magic Players: Pablo Banchero did go for 41 points, 8 Assists & 8 Rebounds in 40 minutes. Franz Wagner had 28 points, 5 rebounds, and 1 assist in 36 minutes.
Toronto Players: RJ Barrett led the Raptors with 21 points, 9 assists, and 8 rebounds in 32 minutes. Scottie Barnes, Ja’Kobe Walter & Jakob Poeltl all combine for 17 Points a piece.