Anthony Black delivers off the bench, helping the Orlando Magic to return to their winning ways after pouncing on the Golden State Warriors, who are playing their fifth game in eight days.
Anthony Black led a well-rounded Orlando attack with a season-high 21 points, guiding the Magic to a much-needed 121-113 bounce-back win against the Golden State Warriors on Wednesday, November 19 (PH time).
Coming off the bench, Black provided a spark as all Orlando starters finished in double figures spearheaded by Desmond Bane's team-high 23 markers.
Franz Wagner contributed 18 points, while Wendell Carter Jr. (17), Tristan da Silva (15), and Jalen Suggs (13) made their presence felt in a where the Magic overcame the absence of superstar Paolo Banchero (left groin strain).
Orlando fended off several comeback attempts by Golden State in the second half before ultimately snapping the Warriors’ three-game winning streak, thus improving to 8-7.
On the other hand, Stephen Curry’s 34-point, seven-three explosion was put to naught on the night he passed Vince Carter to take sole possession of 22nd place in the all-time scoring list.
Jimmy Butler added 33 markers but the Warriors, who are playing their fourth game in the last six days, slipped to 9-7.
Golden State will wrap up its road trip in Miami against the Heat (8-6), while Orlando will host the struggling LA Clippers (4-10) next.
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Pao Ambat earned his journalism degree from Cavite State University in 2022.
Passionate about sports from a young age, he primarily covers the NBA for One Sports, while also assisting in reporting on the PVL, PBA, UAAP, and other leagues.