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Sports News of Friday, 22 November 2024

    

Source: www.ghanawebbers.com

Wagner's late three sees Magic end Lakers run

Franz Wagner (right) began his career at Alba Berlin in Germany's Basketball Bundesliga Franz Wagner (right) began his career at Alba Berlin in Germany's Basketball Bundesliga

Franz Wagner’s three-pointer with three seconds left secured a thrilling 119-118 victory for the Orlando Magic, ending the Los Angeles Lakers’ unbeaten home streak. Wagner, who led with 37 points, 11 assists, and six rebounds, capitalized on the Lakers' poor shooting in the final moments.

The Lakers had a 118-114 lead with 27 seconds remaining, but Anthony Davis missed two crucial free throws, allowing Wagner to seal the win with a 26-foot shot.

Orlando now holds a 10-7 record, staying fourth in the Eastern Conference, while the Lakers slip to 10-5 and fourth in the West.

Elsewhere, Brandon Miller scored a career-high 38 points as the Charlotte Hornets beat the Detroit Pistons 123-121 in overtime. RJ Barrett and Harrison Barnes also delivered standout performances in their respective games.