“Momma said there would be days like this”.
For the Orlando Magic, one of the youngest teams in the NBA who were once again playing without two of their primary ball-handlers, ‘that kind of day’ happened Monday night against the Charlotte Hornets. Orlando’s Southeast Division foes were the more aggressive team all night, defeating the Magic 112-105.
For seemingly the first time this season, Orlando’s young players appeared to lack the energy and effort they’ve consistently played with throughout the early part of the 2022-23 NBA season.
The Hornets were able to build an early double-digit lead over the Magic thanks largely to an issue that has been plaguing Orlando throughout the season - turnovers.