Lakers Defeat Magic, 111-105
The Los Angeles Lakers defeated the visiting Orlando Magic, 111-105, at Crypto.com Arena on Sunday.

While there were only three ties and three lead changes in this game, the Lakers never led by more than 10 points in the second half. They actually never relinquished the lead after a 28-25 first quarter, taking a 10-point lead into the half. The game was tied at 103-103 with 58 seconds remaining, but LA closed on an 8-2 run to complete their win. The Lakers shot 46 percent from the field and 41 percent from three-point range while holding the Magic to 40 percent from the field and 26 percent from long range. LA also tripled up Orlando in blocks, 9-3.

The Magic (29-44) were led by Franz Wagner, tallying 21 points, eight rebounds, seven assists and two steals. Paolo Banchero provided 21 points, six rebounds and three assists. Wendell Carter Jr amassed 16 points and 11 rebounds, while Markelle Fultz finished with 12 points, three rebounds and 10 assists. Cole Anthony led the bench with 17 points, five rebounds and three assists.

The Lakers (35-37) were led by Austin Reaves, scoring a career-high 35 points off the bench. He also had six rebounds and six assists. D'Angelo Russell led the starters with 18 points, six assists and two blocks. Anthony Davis accrued 15 points, 11 rebounds, two steals and four blocks, while Troy Brown and Dennis Schroder had 12 points apiece.

On deck for Orlando is a home matchup with the Washington Wizards on Tuesday. As for Los Angeles, they return to action on Wednesday in a home meeting with the Phoenix Suns.
Posted on: 3/19/2023 9:11 PM
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