Magic Defeat Grizzlies in OT, 123-119
The Orlando Magic defeated the visiting Memphis Grizzlies in overtime, 123-119, at Amway Center on Friday.

While Memphis either tied or held the lead for the entirety of regulation, Orlando prevailed in overtime. In fact, the Magic rode a 29-15 fourth quarter to tie the game and then outscored the Grizzlies in overtime, 13-9. The overtime was extremely competitive, as there were seven lead changes before the Magic finished the game on a 6-1 run. Free-throw shooting was the difference in the game, with Orlando connecting on 21-of-27 and Memphis hitting just 10-of-21.

The Grizzlies (29-43) were led by Tyler Dorsey, as he provided a career-high 29 point to go along with three rebounds and nine assists. Jonas Valanciunas also had a career game, as he tallied 23 points, 24 rebounds, three assists and four blocks. Justin Holiday amassed 22 points and four boards. Delon Wright accrued 12 points, seven rebounds and eight assists while Chandler Parsons led the bench with 17 points, five rebounds and three assists.

The Magic (35-38) were led by Evan Fournier, as he accumulated 27 points, eight rebounds and six assists. Nikola Vucevic finished with 25 points, four rebounds, three assists, two steals and two blocks. D.J. Augustin generated 20 points, six rebounds and eight assists while Terrence Ross led the bench with 31 points on 8-of-12 from long range.

Memphis will have to play again on Saturday, as they play host to the Minnesota Timberwolves. As for Orlando, they're off until Monday when they play host to the Philadelphia 76ers.
Posted on: 3/22/2019 7:08 PM
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