Paolo Banchero led the Orlando Magic with a stellar performance, scoring 30 points in their 120-105 win over the Washington Wizards. Wendell Carter Jr. supported him with a double-double of 16 points and 12 rebounds, while Franz Wagner contributed 21 points. This win positions the Magic in eighth place in the Eastern Conference, as they navigate the tight playoff race.

The Wizards struggled, with Alex Sarr scoring 19 points and 10 rebounds, but they couldn't stop their losing streak, marking their third consecutive defeat. The Magic's dominance over the Wizards continued, having swept them in all three matchups this season by a combined 62-point margin. Key moments in the game included a decisive 13-0 run by the Magic early in the third quarter, which effectively sealed their victory.