February 15th - The Bucks defeated the Magic 116-108. Thomas had a scoring spree , racking up 34 points, while Porter contributed a triple-double with 18 points , 10 rebounds, and 11 assists. For the Magic, Bane scored 31 points in a losing effort, but it wasn't enough to help his team hold on for home court.

In the first quarter, the Magic gradually took the lead and established an advantage, fueled by their hot outside shooting. Bane hit five three-pointers in the quarter, scoring 15 points and helping the team to an 8- point lead at one point. At the end of the first quarter, the Magic led 24-20 . In the second quarter, the Magic extended their lead to 32-24 . The Bucks tightened their defense and increased their transition speed, quickly regaining the lead. Before halftime, the Bucks held a slight advantage of 52-51 thanks to their higher offensive efficiency .

After switching sides, the Bucks extended their lead to 8 points through teamwork. Thomas scored 15 points in the quarter with a combination of drives and outside shots , becoming key to the team's continued advantage. Despite the Magic's relentless pursuit, they trailed 83-88 at the end of the third quarter . In the final quarter, Bane added 11 points in an attempt to lead a comeback, but the Bucks remained more composed in crucial possessions. Porter repeatedly secured defensive rebounds, ensuring the team's lead was not shaken. Ultimately, the Bucks defeated the Magic 116-108.

Bucks player statistics

Thomas had 34 points , 4 rebounds, and 2 assists; Porter had 18 points , 10 rebounds , and 11 assists; Dieng had 17 points and 3 rebounds; Sims had 17 points , 11 rebounds , and 2 assists; Kuzma had 15 points, 7 rebounds , and 2 assists; Green had 6 points , 1 rebound, and 2 assists; Turner had 5 points, 8 rebounds , and 2 assists; Portis had 4 points and 2 rebounds; Harris had 1 rebound and 1 assist .

Magic player statistics

Bain 31 points , 2 rebounds, 5 assists; Benjamin Bankel 17 points, 4 rebounds , 2 assists ; Saggs 16 points , 1 rebound, 10 assists; Black 13 points , 3 rebounds, 3 assists; Wagner 12 points , 5 rebounds , 4 assists ; Carter 6 points , 11 rebounds , 3 assists; Silva 5 points , 4 rebounds; Wagner 5 points, 3 assists; Richardson 3 points, 1 assist.

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