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Desmond Bane’s Dagger Seals Magic’s 128-122 Win Over Cavs, Fifth Straight

The surge strengthens Orlando’s case for the blockbuster deal that brought him from Memphis.

Overview

  • Bane drilled a late catch-and-shoot three over Keon Ellis off an inbounds pass to push the lead to five in the closing seconds.
  • He totaled 35 points on 12-of-19 shooting with six rebounds, six assists and zero turnovers, leading all scorers.
  • ESPN Insights says he became the third Magic player with at least 35 points, five assists and no turnovers, joining Shaquille O’Neal and Tracy McGrady.
  • The win moved Orlando to 36-28 with a five-game streak, while Cleveland fell to 40-26.
  • He celebrated with the NBA-banned “Big Balls” dance caught on the ESPN broadcast, and James Harden protested a late pass as the Cavaliers were unable to challenge.