Magic Unleash Second Half Surge to Beat Heat
The Orlando Magic had a rough start to the game, but they pulled off a huge comeback in the second half to defeat the Miami Heat 113-109. It was a nail-biter, and the game was totally down to the wire.
A Slow Start for the Magic
The Heat were on fire in the first half, and the Magic were struggling to keep up. They were missing shots, turning the ball over, and just couldn't find their rhythm. At halftime, the score was 62-48 in favor of Miami, and it looked like the Magic were headed for a blowout loss.
The Magic's Second Half Turnaround
But something changed in the locker room during halftime. The Magic came out fired up in the third quarter, and they started to play like a completely different team. They started hitting their shots, they were getting stops on defense, and they were finally playing with the energy they needed to win. They outscored Miami 34-18 in the third quarter, completely erasing the deficit and taking a lead.
A Close Finish
The fourth quarter was a total rollercoaster. The lead changed hands a few times, and the tension was off the charts. But the Magic were able to make the big plays down the stretch, and they held on for the victory.
Key Performances
Paolo Banchero led the Magic with 27 points, and Franz Wagner added 21. Markelle Fultz was a key contributor with 14 points, 6 assists, and 5 rebounds.
This was a huge win for the Magic, and it showed that they can compete with the best teams in the league. They'll need to keep this momentum going if they want to make a run for the playoffs this season.