The Orlando Magic kept their playoff hopes alive with a convincing 118-104 win over the Washington Wizards on April 3, 2025. Powered by a career night from Franz Wagner and efficient team basketball, the Magic dominated from the second quarter on and never looked back.
Washington started hot behind Jordan Poole’s early scoring, but Orlando locked in defensively, holding the Wizards to just 18 points in the second quarter. The Magic’s frontcourt, led by Paolo Banchero and Wendell Carter Jr., overwhelmed Washington in the paint and on the glass.
Key Performers
Orlando Magic:
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Franz Wagner: 30 points, 5 assists, 3 rebounds
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Paolo Banchero: 21 points, 8 rebounds
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Wendell Carter Jr.: 14 points, 10 rebounds
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Jalen Suggs: 12 points, 4 assists, 3 steals
Washington Wizards:
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Jordan Poole: 25 points, 3 assists
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Kyle Kuzma: 19 points, 6 rebounds
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Tyus Jones: 10 points, 5 assists
Statistical Highlights
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Field Goal %: Magic 52.1% | Wizards 44.7%
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Three-Point %: Magic 13/28 (46.4%) | Wizards 10/30 (33.3%)
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Rebounds: Magic 47 | Wizards 38
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Turnovers: Magic 9 | Wizards 13
Takeaways
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Franz Wagner continues to emerge as a go-to scorer for Orlando when it matters most.
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Orlando’s defense created offense, especially in the second and third quarters.
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Washington’s inconsistency persists, particularly on the defensive end and in transition.
What’s Next?
Orlando will face a tough test against the Cavaliers next, while Washington looks to rebound against the Pacers. The loss drops the Wizards further back in the Eastern Conference standings.
