After the game, Magic coach Jamahl Mosley and forwards Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner met reporters to discuss the result.

The Orlando Magic got 60 combined points from Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner to fend off the 17-win Washington Wizards on Thursday evening in D.C.

Paolo Banchero had 33 points, a career-high 18 rebounds and eight assists, and the Orlando Magic defeated the Washington Wizards 109-97

Wizards rookie Bub Carrington scored 11 points in the frame and Marcus Smart added 10 when both made a pair of 3-pointers when Washington scored 6 points off 4 turnovers. The Magic led just 81-76 entering the final 12 minutes. The Magic, who entered Thursday with the 20th free throw percentage in the league (77.5%), shot well above that.

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Paolo Banchero scored 33 points and grabbed a career-high 18 rebounds while leading the Orlando Magic to a 109-97 win over the host Washington Wizards on Thursday.

Wizards rookie Bub Carrington registered another franchise record on Thursday after setting a new career high in scoring in a loss against the Magic.

Last night was a loss for the Washington Wizards, there is no argument with that. There was also a small victory that could ultimately lead to winning the war.

Rookie guard Bab Carrington’s recent record-breaking game against the Orlando Magic not only showcased his abilities but also illustrated the optimism surrounding the Wizards’ future. This article delves into Carrington’s achievements,

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