Jalen Suggs records triple-double as Magic defeat Nets

Orlando's young star stuffs the stat sheet in 118-98 win over Brooklyn

Feb. 6, 2026 at 3:15am

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Jalen Suggs registered his first career triple-double, finishing with 15 points, 11 assists, 11 rebounds, 4 blocks and 3 steals to lead the Orlando Magic to a 118-98 victory over the Brooklyn Nets. Desmond Bane scored 23 points and Paolo Banchero added 22 for the Magic, who never trailed in the game. Rookie Egor Demin scored a career-high 26 points for the Nets, who have lost 10 of their last 11 games.

Why it matters

Suggs' breakout performance highlights the continued development of the Magic's young core, led by the former Gonzaga standout. Meanwhile, the struggling Nets are dealing with roster turnover and a lengthy losing streak, raising questions about the team's direction.

The details

The Magic jumped out to an early 10-3 lead and never looked back, leading by as much as 26 points. Suggs stuffed the stat sheet, becoming the first Magic player to record a triple-double this season. Bane and Banchero provided scoring punch, while the Nets struggled shooting just 34.1% in the first half. Brooklyn's young core, including 2025 first-round picks Egor Demin, Nolan Traore, Drake Powell, Ben Saraf and Danny Wolf, played extended minutes late in the blowout.

  • The game was played on Thursday, February 6, 2026.

The players

Jalen Suggs

A 5th-year guard for the Orlando Magic, Suggs recorded his first career triple-double in the win.

Desmond Bane

A scoring guard for the Orlando Magic, Bane finished with 23 points in the victory.

Paolo Banchero

The 2nd-year forward for the Orlando Magic added 22 points in the blowout win.

Egor Demin

A rookie guard for the Brooklyn Nets, Demin scored a career-high 26 points in the loss.

Nolan Traore

A young forward for the Brooklyn Nets, Traore matched his career high with 21 points.

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What they’re saying

“Jalen Suggs is really coming into his own this season. That triple-double performance was just incredible to watch.”

— Mike Breen, ESPN Commentator (ESPN)

What’s next

The Magic will look to build on this win as they continue their four-game homestand, while the struggling Nets will try to end their losing skid in their next game.

The takeaway

Jalen Suggs' breakout game showcases the continued development of Orlando's young core, providing hope for the franchise's future. Meanwhile, the Nets' recent struggles underline the need for roster stability and cohesion as they navigate a transitional period.