Franz Wagner's 37 Points, Game-Winner Hand Lakers First Home Loss 119-118

Nov 22, 2024, 06:04 AM

Franz Wagner recorded 37 points, 11 assists, 6 rebounds, and 4 steals to lead the Orlando Magic to a 119-118 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers. Wagner hit a game-winning step-back three-pointer over Cam Reddish with 2.5 seconds remaining, capitalizing on the Lakers' missed free throws in the final minute. The Lakers missed six free throws in the final 3:40, including four in the last 39 seconds, with Anthony Davis missing two crucial attempts with a chance to seal the game. Despite strong performances from Davis, who scored 39 points and grabbed nine rebounds, and LeBron James, who added 31 points, 10 rebounds, seven assists, and shot 5-of-9 from three-point range, the Lakers suffered their first home loss of the season. The Magic exploited the Lakers' late-game struggles at the free-throw line to secure the win.