The Orlando Magic's potential game-winning possession went to waste when miscommunication about whether or not to call timeout forced Paolo Banchero to scramble for a look. The Magic lost 105-104 to Memphis on Friday.
Here's how Zach Edey fared in his 42nd NBA game for the Memphis Grizzlies on Friday night against the Orlando Magic.
The Grizzlies are coming off a 127-113 loss to the Indiana Pacers on Thursday to begin a three-game road trip out of the break. They led 33-28 after the first 12 minutes but were outscored 50-26 in the second quarter and couldn't recover the rest of the way after trailing by as many as 26 points.
The Orlando Magic had a chance to keep their winning streak going following the NBA All-Star break. Instead, the Magic's questionable decision during the final offensive possession versus the Memphis Grizzlies left fans stunned.
Jaren Jackson Jr. showed why he's now the favorite for NBA Defensive Player of the Year honors, saving the Memphis Grizzlies' 105-104 win over the Orlando Magic on Friday with a last-second block. Paolo Banchero had a chance to win the game for Orlando with eight seconds remaining in regulation.
Cole Anthony's Postgame Media Availability. Cole Anthony talks to the media after a close loss to the Memphis Grizzlies.
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The Orlando Magic suffered a heartbreaking 105-104 loss to the Memphis Grizzlies on Friday night, falling to 28-30 on the season. After leading by as many as 19 points in the third quarter, the Magic saw their advantage slip away and were unable to execute in the final moments.
Jamahl Mosley, Cole Anthony and Franz Wagner spoke to reporters after the Orlando Magic's 105-104 loss to the Memphis Grizzlies Friday night.
Jaren Jackson Jr. blocked Paolo Banchero in the final second, and the Memphis Grizzlies (37-19) completed their largest road comeback victory of the season against the Orlando Magic (28-30), 105-104, Friday night at Kia Center.
ORLANDO, Fla. – Late-game confusion and miscommunication spoiled the Orlando Magic's final possession in a 105-104 loss Friday night to the Memphis Grizzlies.