nba Game Recap
Washington Falls 119-109 to Magic - Recap
Orlando got 28 points from Franz Wagner en route to a 119-109 victory over Washington on Wednesday at Capital One Arena.
Bettors who backed the Magic were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -7.0 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 224.5.
Orlando got 25 points from Paolo Banchero and another 19 points from Jalen Suggs. Paolo Banchero contributed 10 assists, while Goga Bitadze cleaned the glass with 8 rebounds.
Washington got 26 points from Jordan Poole in a losing cause and another 25 points from Kyle Kuzma. Tyus Jones contributed 6 assists for the Wizards, while Deni Avdija had 7 rebounds.
Orlando trailed at halftime, 65-53.
Orlando won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 42-35.
Orlando heads into a battle against the Knicks. Washington, meanwhile, will have their next action against Charlotte.