The Orlando Magic started Thursday’s game against the Golden State Warriors with one point guard, one shooting guard, three centers and four forwards available.
To their credit, the Magic rose to the challenge and battled to the end before falling 111-105 to the Warriors on Thursday night at Chase Center.
“In terms of effort, listen, couldn’t be prouder of them, and I’m not like that,” Magic coach Steve Clifford said. “These guys competed hard the whole game.”
With Cole Anthony out with a shoulder strain, the Magic had to start Frank Mason at point guard. But Mason’s first NBA start since Dec.