In a pivotal matchup at Madison Square Garden, the Orlando Magic overcame the New York Knicks with a 103-94 victory, breaking their 0-3 streak against the Knicks this season. The win highlighted the Knicks' depth problems as they faced injuries to key players like Mitchell Robinson, Miles McBride, and Karl-Anthony Towns. Conversely, the Magic managed to maintain competitiveness without four key rotation players, signaling a shift in team resilience.

Despite their struggles, the Knicks under head coach Tom Thibodeau have not been willing to expand their rotation, relying heavily on their starting lineup amidst an increasing workload. This tactical choice has been both a strength and a vulnerability, as fatigue becomes apparent in their gameplay. The Magic capitalized on this, showcasing their deep roster and endurance, which may raise concerns for the Knicks as they aim for a title run.