The Orlando Magic are looking at the run-up to the All-Star break as an opportunity to build momentum and make up ground in the Eastern Conference standings.
The recent returns of Evan Fournier, Michael Carter-Williams and Al-Farouq Aminu from injuries certainly have given the Magic some lineup stability they hope can play a role in making a run.
Magic coach Steve Clifford said he talked to his team during Tuesday’s practice about picking up wins ahead of the break. At that point, Orlando had eight contests remaining on its first-half schedule. The Magic then crossed “getting the first win” off their list with a 107-89 triumph over the Knicks on Wednesday.