Magic Hold Off Jazz In Utah
The Orlando Magic defeated the host Utah Jazz, 115-113, at Delta Center on Thursday evening.

The game got out to a high-scoring stat as the Jazz led, 34-30, after one quarter. The Magic turned up their play in the second and outscored the hosts by 12, to carry an eight-point lead into the break. The Jazz gathered themselves and brought a better effort in the third quarter but could only cut it to a four-point game heading into the final frame. The Magic kept a step ahead through most of the fourth, until the Jazz reclaimed a one-point edge with 20 seconds left. In response, Paolo Banchero came up with a clutch layup to put the Magic back in front, which was enough for them to close out their third win of the season.

Banchero led the way for the Magic with 30 points, nine rebounds, five assists, three steals and two blocks, in 36 minutes. Franz Wagner followed up with 21 points, four rebounds, five assists and four steals, while Cole Anthony totaled 18 points, seven rebounds, seven assists and two steals, off the bench. The Magic shot 46.4 percent from the field, including 10-for-28 from deep.

Meanwhile, Lauri Markkanen led the Jazz with 22 points, seven rebounds and two steals, in 33 minutes. Jordan Clarkson followed up with 21 points, six rebounds, six assists and a steal, while John Collins tallied 20 points, 10 rebounds and a block. The Jazz shot 46.1 percent from the field, including 12-for-33 from long range.

The Jazz (2-4) will look to bounce back as they take on the Timberwolves in Minnesota on Saturday. The Magic (3-2) play host to the Lakers on Saturday.
Posted on: 11/2/2023 9:35 PM
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