Magic Rally for Big Comeback Win Over Raptors

Orlando Magic overcome 13-point fourth quarter deficit to defeat Toronto Raptors 130-120

Jan. 31, 2026 at 6:23pm

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The Orlando Magic overcame a 13-point fourth quarter deficit to defeat the Toronto Raptors 130-120 inside the Kia Center. The Magic, who have now won consecutive games for just the second time since late November, were led by strong performances from Wendell Carter Jr. and Desmond Bane in the comeback victory.

Why it matters

The win represents an important step forward for the Magic, who have struggled to find consistency this season. The team's ability to rally from a large deficit and close out the game strong against a quality opponent like the Raptors could provide a much-needed boost of confidence as they look to make a push in the second half of the season.

The details

The Magic trailed by 13 points heading into the fourth quarter, but were able to erase the deficit within just five minutes. A key part of the comeback was the play of Wendell Carter Jr., who scored 23 points, his second-highest total of the season. The Magic also got a big game from Desmond Bane, who made a season-high seven three-pointers on 10 attempts. Head coach Jamahl Mosley praised his team's execution down the stretch and their ability to limit the Raptors' transition opportunities in the second half.

  • The Magic trailed by 13 points going into the fourth quarter.
  • The Magic were able to erase the 13-point deficit within just five minutes of the fourth quarter.

The players

Wendell Carter Jr.

The Magic forward scored 23 points, his second-highest total of the season, and played a key role in the team's fourth quarter comeback.

Desmond Bane

The Magic guard made a season-high seven three-pointers on 10 attempts, providing a major offensive boost for the team.

Jamahl Mosley

The Magic head coach praised his team's execution down the stretch and their ability to limit the Raptors' transition opportunities in the second half.

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What they’re saying

“I thought we executed down the stretch and held them to six fast break points in the second half, which I thought was great. Just being able to find matchups that we needed intentional in our work, but again, that fourth quarter was very special for our guys.”

— Jamahl Mosley, Head Coach (si.com)

“It was just getting out and running. We were crashing underneath and then when we weren't crashing, we weren't getting back. So, coming into the huddle, we talked about it; we figured it out, and then we limited them to about six transition points, I think, after that point. So, I think we did a really good job of just locking in on what they were doing offensively that was hurting us.”

— Wendell Carter Jr., Forward (si.com)

“I thought we were just competing. I think we, I mean, we switched everything one through five for pretty much that whole quarter, and it was like, guard your yard. Take on that challenge, you know, guarding whoever is in front of you, and they say party on the other end. I thought that was our motto that whole fourth quarter.”

— Desmond Bane, Guard (si.com)

What’s next

The Magic will look to carry the momentum from their comeback win over the Raptors into their next game against Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs on Sunday at 4 p.m. ET.

The takeaway

The Magic's ability to rally from a large fourth quarter deficit and close out the game strong against a quality opponent like the Raptors demonstrates the team's resilience and potential. If the Magic can build on this performance, it could provide a much-needed boost as they look to make a push in the second half of the season.