It was the Pels' 13th loss by 20 or more points this season. It was also the Pelicans’ seventh straight loss to the Magic. Their last win came way back on December 23, 2021, during Willie Green’s first season. They have now been swept by Orlando three seasons in a row.

The latest for the Orlando Magic and New Orleans Pelicans on player health, injuries and status for Thursday night's tip.

Magic: Orlando delivered a clean offensive performance in a game it needed to strengthen its playoff positioning. The Magic shot 51.8% from the field and committed just eight turnovers. Orlando’s starting forwards, Banchero and Wagner, shot a combined 25 of 39 from the field.

The offense thrived with ball movement when the Magic built a 30-point lead at the halfway mark and never looked back in New Orleans.