Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's 40-point performance helped the Thunder narrowly defeat the Magic 113-108.
2026-03-18 08:16

The Thunder narrowly defeated the Magic 113-108. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander shone with 40 points, 5 rebounds, and 2 assists, while Holmgren contributed 20 points, 12 rebounds, and 1 assist. For the Magic, Benjamin Bankel scored 32 points, 10 rebounds, and 5 assists, while Bayne added 16 points, 3 rebounds, and 1 assist.
In the first quarter, the Magic took the lead thanks to Benjamin Bancel, but the Thunder quickly caught up and took the lead thanks to consecutive scores from Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Thomas Holmgren. At the end of the first quarter, the Thunder led 26-22. In the second quarter, the Thunder went on a 15-2 run, extending their lead to double digits. However, the Magic rallied again, with Bancel, Saggs, and Bayne combining for points. At halftime, the Thunder led 51-50.
After switching sides, Benjamin Bancel repeatedly led the Magic to take the lead, but Shai Gilgeous-Alexander continued his scoring spree. At the end of the third quarter, the Thunder led 85-79 . In the final quarter, the Magic briefly took the lead, but Gilgeous-Alexander's consecutive scores stabilized the situation, helping the Thunder regain the lead. Ultimately, the Thunder narrowly defeated the Magic 113-108 .
Thunder player statistics
Alexander 40 points, 5 rebounds, 2 assists; Holmgren 20 points , 12 rebounds , 1 assist; Mitchell 16 points , 2 rebounds, 3 assists; Wallace 9 points , 2 rebounds , 1 assist; Jerin Williams 8 points , 6 rebounds , 2 assists; McCain 6 points , 2 rebounds; Dort 5 points , 2 rebounds; Joe 5 points , 4 rebounds; Caruso 2 points , 8 rebounds , 1 assist
Magic player statistics
BanCairough 32 points, 10 rebounds, 5 assists; Bane 16 points, 3 rebounds , 1 assist; Saga 14 points , 7 rebounds, 6 assists; Silva 13 points , 3 rebounds, 1 assist; Carter 11 points , 5 rebounds , 3 assists; Carter 11 points, 4 rebounds , 1 assist; Wagner 5 points, 1 rebound; Kane 3 points , 2 rebounds , 1 assist; Howard 3 points , 2 rebounds , 1 assist
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