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The Orlando Magic defeated the New York Knicks 124–107 on November 12 at Madison Square Garden, with Franz Wagner leading the visitors with 28 points while Desmond Bane added 22. Orlando's balanced offensive attack was evident in their 29 assists and superior field-goal efficiency at 48.8 percent compared to New York's 44.3 percent, while the Magic also dominated the glass with 49 rebounds to the Knicks' 37. Jalen Brunson paced the home team with 31 points, but New York struggled defensively, allowing 124 points and posting a concerning 119.8 defensive rating. The Magic controlled the tempo throughout, particularly in the second quarter when they outscored the Knicks 32–19, and maintained their edge in the fourth with 33 points to seal the victory. Orlando's 119.8 offensive rating versus New York's 104.8 illustrates the decisive gap in execution. The loss marks a defensive breakdown for the Knicks that will require immediate attention as they navigate the Eastern Conference standings.
