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New York Defeats Orlando 98-74 - Recap
Orlando was run off the court by the Knicks on Friday as New York blasted the Magic 98-74 at Madison Square Garden.
New York was the ATS victor, as they covered the -3.0-point spread as a favorite. Over-Under bettors who played UNDER the total of 207.0 were rewarded at the payout window.
Jalen Brunson had 26 points for New York and Josh Hart chipped in with 19 points. Donte DiVincenzo had 6 assists for the Knicks, while Precious Achiuwa was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 14 boards.
The Magic got a 23-point performance from Paolo Banchero, who was supported by 13 points from Franz Wagner. Cole Anthony had 5 assists in a losing cause for Orlando, while Paolo Banchero grabbed 9 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed New York were victorious, as the score was 55-39 at the break.
New York had a 43-37 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Next game, New York takes its act home to face Philadelphia looking for another win. For Orlando, they head home to face Indiana.