1. Background.
The Orlando Magic, the dark horse of fourth place in the East, once ranked second in the East and third in the defensive league. Now the Magic are in a slippery state and meet the Suns, who are second in the West. It's a battle of very different offensive and defensive styles. The Suns relied on MVP candidate Devin Booker, All-Star guard Chris Paul, and new recruit Kelly Oubre to form the "Big Three" offensive combination. The Magic, on the other hand, are known for their defense, with strong players such as Rondo Banchero and Franz Wagner.
In the face of the star-studded Suns, will the Magic be able to break through on the road with their defensive advantage?This game will undoubtedly be the highlight of the regular season.
List of high-quality authors Second, the data of the two teams are compared.
These two teams can be said to have their own merits. The Suns' Big Three are averaging 83 per game this season2 points, which accounts for the majority of the team's total points scored. In addition, the Suns also have D'Andre Archern and veteran Jae Crowder on the inside, which gives the Suns more three-dimensional and rich offensive options.
Comparatively speaking, the Magic's offensive means are relatively simple. Rondo Banchero and Wagner both average 54 goals per game2 points, which accounts for almost half of the team's scores. Other Magic players, such as Cole Anthony, Anthony Carter and others, have a more limited ability to score.
So statistically, the Suns undoubtedly have the advantage in scoring. But the Magic's defensive prowess should not be underestimated, and they rank third in the East in defensive rating this season, limiting their opponents' ability to score.
It is foreseeable that this game will be a battle between the Suns' offense and the Magic's defense. Whoever gets the upper hand is more likely to emerge from this matchup.
3. The characteristics of the two teams' playing style, the ending of the game.
At the beginning of the game, the Suns built a lead with the interest rate at home. Devin Booker's three-pointer and interior shots, combined with Chris Paul's playmaking, gave the Suns a 37-24 lead in the first quarter. The Magic's defense didn't play out in the opening game, and the Suns' Big Three scored 2-3 points as a team.
In the second quarter, the Magic began to adjust, Banchero scored points with continuous strong attacks on the inside, and Wagner's playmaking style was also displayed. The rest of the Suns' players are gradually cooling down, and the Big Three rely on individual ability to support them. At the end of the first half, the Suns continued to lead 67-58, but the Magic had narrowed the gap to single digits.
In the second half, things were reversed, and the Magic defense began to work hard. With the exception of the Big Three, the rest of the Suns players were all caught in the iron iron, while Banchero and Wagner scored twice. In the crucial fourth quarter, the Magic once chased the score to a difference of 2 points, and the Suns faced a test.
In the end, the Suns relied on Durant's mid-range shooting to regain their touch, and Booker also hit three three-pointers. Beal even scored 10 points in one fell swoop to help the Suns open up the gap again. In the end, the Suns defeated the Magic 112-107 at home to win three in a row.
Fourth, the focus of the field.
The focus of attention in this game was the performance of Kelly Oubre. The rookie guard shone when he played for the Jazz, and the Suns took him to their arms with a big contract. He formed the Big Three with Booker and Paul and was expected to do so.
In this game, Oubre regained his touch, and the three-point shot and inside breakthrough were handy. He scored 16 points in the first half and shot 3-of-4 from three-point range. In the second half, he continued to play a steady output, and finally made 10 of 25 shots, achieving the highest efficiency of the game.
It can be said that Oubre's performance was eye-catching. He fills the Suns' long-standing shortcomings in backcourt scoring points, and his three-point play gives Booker and Paul more passive scoring opportunities.
If Oubre can continue to perform like this as the team grinds, the Suns' backcourt will become a reality. The Suns will be more difficult to defend and the Western Conference championship is just around the corner.
5. Ending. In this game, the Suns and Magic staged a wonderful matchup. In the end, the Suns won at home with a strong offensive force, but the Magic's defensive prowess was also on display, and both teams took advantage of their strengths.
For the Suns, this victory is significant. The team ended its recent slump and won three in a row. Oubre also gave confidence to the management, and the Big Three began to run in. In terms of magic, although they lost on the road, there was no shame. The team's defense has the upper hand, and if they can strengthen their offensive strength, the prospects of the East are still promising. In the future, the two teams will play each other, and they will once again stage a thrilling competition.
Regardless, this regular season matchup has already presented us with a high level of play. The Suns vs. Magic clash is a sign that a new NBA landscape is brewing and is worth the fans' careful anticipation.