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Orlando Magic 121-113 Detroit Pistons: Wagner’s 25-Point Fourth Quarter Powers Team To Victory

Franz Wagner scored 25 of his 32 points in the fourth quarter, matching a franchise record, as the Orlando Magic defeated the Detroit Pistons 121-113 in their Sunday's NBA game. Wagner's late surge helped Orlando erase a 2-point deficit, leading a 20-4 run to give the Magic a 14-point lead. Paolo Banchero added 32 points, nine rebounds, and seven assists, while Jalen Suggs returned from injury with eight points. The Magic ended a five-game losing streak with a dominant 42-point fourth quarter. Cade Cunningham led Detroit with 35 points and 11 assists, but the Pistons couldn't hold off Orlando's late charge.

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