After only 189 seconds it looked like the Magic were in for an incredibly long night. A lethargic start to the game saw the hometown Clippers race out to a 10-0 lead, and fans still traumatised from last night’s performance in Sacramento were undoubtedly regretting their poor choice of Saturday night plans.
Then something happened.
Things started slowly coming together for Orlando. Jonathon Simmons again emerged as the lead option on offense, playing with a purpose and energy that infused the team. Jonathan Isaac looked fluid in getting a few baskets to go down. Wesley Iwundu and Khem Birch checked in and provided some solid defense.