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Magic Open Regular Season With Victory Over Knicks

December 30, 2023 - NBA G League (G League)
Osceola Magic News Release


The Osceola Magic defeated the Westchester Knicks at the Westchester County Center 138-130 on Saturday Night.

Mac McClung scored a team-high 36 points and eight assists for Osceola, while Jett Howard netted 30 points. Westchester's Brandon Goodwin had a game-high 41 points and Mamadi Diakite secured a double-double with 22 points and 16 rebounds.

"Our players know their roles, that's how we're winning games," McClung said. "Everyone has a player in the G League that can score. Our team plays their roles, and that's why we have a great team."

"We never panic in late-game situations, "Howard stated after the game. "We're a well-oiled machine when it comes to late-game execution."

The Magic shot 43.3 percent from three-point range during the first half and took a 75-62 halftime lead. The Osceola bench played a pivotal role, outscoring the Knicks' reserves 32-21 and contributing significantly to Osceola's control throughout the remainder of the game.

The Osceola Magic (1-0), NBA G League Affiliate of the Orlando Magic, will face the Grand Rapids Gold, on Friday, January 5 at the Van Andel Arena in Grand Rapids at 7:00 PM. The game will stream on NBAGLeague.com.

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