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Wilson Thrives, Osceola Magic Fall Short Against Delaware Blue Coats, 108-98

January 31, 2024 - NBA G League (G League)
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D.J. Wilson collected a double-double, scoring a game-high 34 points and pulling down 11 rebounds.

"It's in our DNA to play hard," Wilson said. "We have to make sure we get ahead; it's tough playing catch up in the second half. We have another game tomorrow, providing a chance to turn things around. It's a new day, a new team, and we have the opportunity to finish strong before the All-Star Break."

Jett Howard also contributed 24 points and shot 42.9% (6-14) from deep.

"I'm happy that my shot has been falling lately; I would like it even more with a win behind it," Howard said. "We really want it; winning means a lot to us. We've got a hungry group of guys. You've got to have a short-term memory in this business; we want to come back strong tomorrow."

The Magic faced a significant deficit in the first half after they were outscored by the Blue Coats 57-42. Delaware extended their lead to as many as 18 in the second half before the Magic cut the advantage down to four with 1:16 left in the game after a clutch three-point shot by Wilson. However, Osceola's 21 turnovers proved to be too much to overcome.

The Osceola Magic (7-6), NBA G League Affiliate of the Orlando Magic, will host the Ontario Clippers, Thursday, February 1 at Osceola Heritage Park in Kissimmee at 7 p.m. for Swish's birthday, presented by Publix. The first 1,000 fans in attendance will receive a Swish bobblehead courtesy of Publix. For ticket information, please call 407-447-2140 or log onto OsceolaMagic.com. The game will also be televised on Bally Sports Florida.

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