Magic defeat Suns 115-111 behind Bane and Suggs

Orlando snaps 7-game skid with clutch win over Phoenix

Apr. 1, 2026 at 2:18am

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The Orlando Magic defeated the Phoenix Suns 115-111 on Tuesday night, led by strong performances from Desmond Bane (21 points) and Jalen Suggs (20 points, 8 rebounds, 7 assists). Devin Booker scored 34 points for the Suns, but the Magic held on for the victory despite a late 3-pointer that brought Phoenix within 2 points in the final seconds.

Why it matters

This win snaps a 7-game losing streak for the Magic, who have struggled to find consistency this season. The Suns, meanwhile, are looking to solidify their playoff positioning in the Western Conference.

The details

The Magic led for most of the game, building a double-digit advantage in the second half. However, the Suns made a late push, with Booker's 3-pointer in the final seconds cutting the deficit to just 2 points. Tristan da Silva's clutch free throws in the closing seconds sealed the victory for Orlando.

  • The game took place on Tuesday, March 31, 2026.

The players

Desmond Bane

A starting guard for the Orlando Magic who scored 21 points in the game.

Jalen Suggs

A starting guard for the Orlando Magic who recorded 20 points, 8 rebounds, and 7 assists.

Devin Booker

A star guard for the Phoenix Suns who scored a game-high 34 points.

Tristan da Silva

A player for the Orlando Magic who hit two clutch free throws in the final seconds to seal the victory.

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What they’re saying

“We really needed this win to get back on track. The guys showed a lot of heart and determination to hold off a late Suns comeback.”

— Jamahl Mosley, Head Coach, Orlando Magic

What’s next

The Magic will look to build on this win as they continue their homestand, hosting the Clippers on Thursday. The Suns will try to bounce back when they visit the Hawks on Friday.

The takeaway

This was an important victory for the struggling Magic, who showed resilience in holding off a talented Suns team. The strong performances from Bane and Suggs provide hope that Orlando can turn their season around and make a push for the playoffs.