Magic Rally Past Rockets In Houston
The Orlando Magic defeated the host Houston Rockets, 116-110, at Toyota Center on Wednesday evening.

The Rockets got out to a strong start and took a six-point lead after one quarter. They kept up the pace in the second and pushed it to a 10-point game at the break. The Magic came out better in the third and outscored the hosts, 31-23, to cut it to a two-point game heading into the final quarter. They kept the momentum going in the fourth and took control down the stretch to secure the road win. This marks the fourth straight loss for the Rockets.

Franz Wagner led the Magic with 25 points, two rebounds and two steals, in 32 minutes. Paolo Banchero followed up with 23 points, 13 rebounds, three assists and two steals, while Cole Anthony added 15 points, four rebounds, six assists and a steal. The Magic shot 45 percent from the field, including 11-of-37 from deep.

Meanwhile, Kevin Porter led the Rockets with 31 points, six rebounds, five assists, three steals and a block, in 35 minutes. Jalen Green followed up with 21 points and eight rebounds, while Kenyon Martin tallied 18 points, five rebounds and four assists. The Rockets shot 47 percent from the field, including 17-of-43 from long range.

The Rockets (9-22) will look to bounce back as they play host to the Mavs on Friday. The Magic (12-21) play host to the Spurs on Friday.
Posted on: 12/21/2022 7:46 PM
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