The result is significant because it secures the regular-season series, 3-1, in favor of the Raptors, who won their second straight to hand Orlando its fourth consecutive home loss.

The Orlando Magic were beaten on Monday night by the Houston Rockets after Jabari Smith Jr. gained 20 points and tied a ...

Scottie Barnes #4 of the Toronto Raptors warms up prior to the game against the Orlando Magic at the Kia Center on March 4, 2025 in Orlando, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and ...

The Raptors haven't quite gone all in on losing, but the NBA's incentive structure is pushing them in that direction.

The Magic have struggled offensively ... shooting and a lack of offensive creators. If Scottie Barnes can hold his own against Paolo Banchero, Orlando's offense could stall even further.

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