The Orlando Magic were feeling good after a big win over the Minnesota Timberwolves last Friday. They had a three-game win streak, shots were falling and everything seemed to be working well for them.
Coach Steve Clifford warned his team after the game that their play was not good enough. Without defense, they would be in trouble. There were several troubling signs — including in that game last week. Despite forcing a ton of turnovers and executing their offense with ease, D’Angelo Russell was hitting shots and the game was tied after the first quarter.