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Timberwolves Cruise Past Magic to Sweep Florida Road Trip
Anthony Edwards and Jaden McDaniels scored 15 points apiece as Minnesota led by 17 and held Orlando to 20.5% shooting from 3-point range.
- On Friday, the Minnesota Timberwolves defeated the host Orlando Magic 115-93 at Kia Center, securing their second consecutive win to start the season. Anthony Edwards and Jaden McDaniels led the balanced attack with 15 points each.
- Offensive struggles plagued the Magic, who shot just 20.5% from beyond the arc and committed 16 turnovers that resulted in 16 Minnesota points. These errors left Orlando trailing by double digits throughout the contest.
- Forward Paolo Banchero exited the game with right ankle soreness, while Wendell Carter led the Magic with 20 points and nine rebounds. Despite Carter's effort, Orlando could not overcome the deficit.
- Head coach Sean Sweeney addressed the 0-2 start, saying "One night isn't indicative of a whole season." He emphasized the team must learn from mistakes and play more aggressively moving forward.
- The Magic face the defending champion New York Knicks on Sunday at Madison Square Garden, beginning their first road trip. The schedule includes two games in three nights next week at Toronto.
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ORLANDO, Florida, USA (AP) — Anthony Edwards and Jaden McDaniels scored 15 points each to help the Timberwolves of Minnesota beat 115-93 to Orlando's Magic on Friday night.
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