The Magic narrowly defeated the Suns 115-111. In this game, Bane contributed 21 points, 6 rebounds, and 5 assists, while Sagan Thurs added 20 points, 8 rebounds, and 7 assists. For the Suns, Booker contributed 34 points, 3 rebounds, and 7 assists, but it wasn't enough to secure a victory, while O'Neal had 14 points, 9 rebounds, and 4 assists.

In the first quarter, the Magic went on an offensive run to take a double-digit lead. Led by Booker, the Suns gradually found their rhythm and narrowed the gap. At the end of the first quarter, the Magic led 28-21. In the second quarter, the Magic once extended their lead to double digits. The Suns launched several counterattacks, but the Magic always responded in time to stabilize the situation. At halftime, the Magic led 70-56.

After switching sides, the Suns, led by Booker's consecutive scores, quickly closed the gap, tying the game at the end of the quarter. The two teams were back on equal footing. After three quarters, the score was tied at 94-94 . In the final quarter, the lead changed hands several times. At crucial moments, Bane helped the Magic gain the initiative, and then calmly sealed the victory with free throws. Ultimately, the Magic narrowly defeated the Suns 115-111 .

Suns player data

Booker 34 points , 3 rebounds , 7 assists; O'Neal 14 points , 9 rebounds , 4 assists; Gillespie 11 points , 2 rebounds, 3 assists; Fleming 11 points, 4 rebounds; Allen 10 points, 2 rebounds, 1 assist; Brooks 9 points , 5 rebounds; Goodwin 9 points , 5 rebounds , 2 assists; Green 8 points, 1 rebound , 2 assists

Magic player statistics

Bain had 21 points , 6 rebounds , and 5 assists; Saga had 20 points , 8 rebounds , and 7 assists; Benjamin Bancharo had 19 points, 9 rebounds , and 8 assists ; Carter had 15 points and 12 rebounds; Kane had 12 points , 3 rebounds , and 1 assist; Howard had 12 points and 2 rebounds; Silva had 9 points and 3 rebounds; Wagner had 4 points, 1 rebound, and 1 assist; Bitadze had 3 points , 2 rebounds, and 1 assist .

Image source: Internet