Andrew Wiggins had a strong fourth quarter, scoring 13 of his 23 points, while Stephen Curry sealed the win for the Golden State Warriors against the Orlando Magic with two crucial baskets despite struggling with his shooting. The Warriors managed to win 101-93, even after Draymond Green was ejected early in the game.
Curry’s driving hook shot and a 3-pointer in the final minute secured the victory for the Warriors. Although Curry had an off night shooting, making only 6 of 18 attempts, he contributed 17 points and 10 assists.
The Warriors, who had a significant rebounding advantage of 52-39, relied on their defense to secure the win, especially with Green and Jonathan Kuminga sidelined due to ejection and injury, respectively.
The Magic struggled with their shooting, missing 10 free throws, and Cole Anthony led them with 26 points and eight rebounds. Paolo Banchero contributed 15 points and eight rebounds, but faced difficulty making shots, going 5 for 17 from the field.
Despite the win, Green’s ejection in the early minutes of the game was a setback for the Warriors. Nevertheless, they maintained control and built a lead, holding the Magic to just 11 points in the first quarter.
The victory on the road improved the Warriors’ record to 20 wins in 35 road games. However, they have struggled at home, with an 18-19 record, possibly becoming only the second team in NBA history to have a winning record but a losing record at home.
Kuminga missed the game due to a knee injury, adding to the Warriors’ challenges. On the other hand, Banchero’s performance showcased his versatility, as he joined a select group of players with impressive stats in their first two NBA seasons.
