Golden State Warriors Secure Thrilling 121-115 Win Over Orlando Magic

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The Golden State Warriors secured a thrilling 121-115 win over the Orlando Magic, thanks to a stunning performance from Stephen Curry, who scored a season-high 56 points. Curry made 12 3-pointers and outscored Orlando by himself in the third quarter, leading the Warriors to their fifth consecutive victory. The win ties their longest winning streak of the season and moves them to just a half-game behind the LA Clippers for the sixth seed in the West.

The Magic, led by Paolo Banchero, who finished with 41 points, got off to a strong start, jumping out to a 13-3 lead and prompting an early Steve Kerr timeout. However, the Warriors responded with good energy, but were no match for the red-hot Magic, who shot 4-for-6 on threes and 15-for-18 overall in the first quarter. Curry briefly put the team on his back, but the Magic kept hitting shot after shot, taking a 17-point lead into the half. Curry's 12 3-pointers were a key factor in the Warriors' comeback, as he scored 22 points in the third quarter alone.

The Warriors' offense was on fire, with Curry scoring with mesmerizing efficiency, shooting 16-for-25 from the field, 12-for-19 from three-point range, and 12-for-12 from the free throw line. Quinten Post matched that efficiency with 18 points on 7-for-9 shooting, including 2-for-4 on threes and 2-for-2 on free throws, while Draymond Green finished with a double-double of 12 points and 10 rebounds. The Warriors' defense also played a crucial role, holding the Magic to 115 points and forcing them to commit several turnovers.

The Magic's young core put on a thrilling performance of their own, with Banchero and Franz Wagner finishing with 41 and 27 points, respectively. However, it was not enough to overcome Curry's incredible performance, as the Warriors took the lead in the third quarter and never looked back. The win was a testament to the Warriors' resilience and ability to come back from adversity, and they will look to build on this momentum as they head into their next game against the Philadelphia 76ers.

Here are the match scores:

• Golden State Warriors: 121
• Orlando Magic: 115

And here are some key player statistics:

• Stephen Curry: 56 points, 12 3-pointers, 16-for-25 FG, 12-for-12 FT
• Paolo Banchero: 41 points, 16-for-27 FG, 4-for-7 3PT
• Quinten Post: 18 points, 7-for-9 FG, 2-for-4 3PT, 2-for-2 FT
• Draymond Green: 12 points, 10 rebounds, 5 assists

The Warriors will look to continue their winning streak as they face the 76ers on Saturday, while the Magic will aim to bounce back from this tough loss.

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