Magic Edge Trail Blazers with Buzzer-Beating Three-Pointer

Orlando Magic guard Desmond Bane hit a 27-foot three-pointer as time expired today, lifting the Magic to a 115-112 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers.

The game-winning shot, which came off a screen set by Wendell Carter Jr., was Bane’s only successful three-point attempt of the night, despite finishing with 22 points and seven assists. Carter Jr. contributed 19 points, nine rebounds, and five assists in the win, improving the Magic’s record to 5-6 in the 2025-2026 NBA regular season. This victory is a crucial step for Orlando as they aim to climb the Eastern Conference standings.

Following the game, WNBA star Angel Reese, who has been romantically linked to Carter Jr., reacted to the win on social media, posting “whew that GAME. #dubsinthechatttttt” on X. Carter Jr. himself described the moment as “surreal,” stating, “It didn’t seem real… To see it go down, it was amazing. It was kind of all a blur.” He added, “I’m just happy for him. I’m happy for this group and what he was able to do for us tonight.” You can find more information about the NBA standings on the official NBA website.

Bane, acquired by the Magic in the offseason, is currently averaging 14.2 points per game but has struggled with his three-point shooting, connecting on just 29.3% of his attempts. The Magic will look to continue their momentum on Wednesday when they face the Boston Celtics. For more on the team, visit the official Orlando Magic website.