New York Knicks vs Orlando Magic Recap

NBA Recap: New York Knicks vs Orlando Magic – 12/13/25

The New York Knicks took on the Orlando Magic at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas on Saturday, December 13, 2025. The Knicks won the game with a score of 132-120. This victory improved their record to 17-7, keeping them at the 2nd spot in the Eastern Conference.

Jalen Brunson played a key role for the Knicks, scoring 40 points, grabbing 4 rebounds, and dishing out 8 assists. Karl-Anthony Towns also contributed significantly with 29 points and 8 rebounds. Despite the strong effort from the Magic, they fell short and now hold a 15-10 record, placing them 4th in the Eastern Conference.

The game began with Orlando Magic taking a lead in the first quarter, scoring 36 points to the Knicks’ 33. The Knicks then turned the game around in the second quarter, outscoring the Magic 38-28. This gave the Knicks a lead going into halftime.

In the third quarter, the Knicks continued their strong performance, scoring 29 points while holding the Magic to 28. The final quarter saw the Knicks add another 32 points, maintaining their advantage. The Magic scored 28 in the fourth, but it wasn’t enough to catch up, leading to a final score of 132-120 in favor of the Knicks.

Jalen Brunson led the New York Knicks with an outstanding performance. He scored 40 points, grabbed 4 rebounds, and had 8 assists. His shooting was impressive, making 16 of his 27 field goal attempts.

Karl-Anthony Towns also had a strong game for the Knicks. He scored 29 points and pulled down 8 rebounds. Towns was efficient with his shooting, hitting 9 out of 11 shots.

For the Orlando Magic, Jalen Suggs stood out. He scored 26 points and added 7 assists. Paolo Banchero contributed with 25 points and 8 rebounds, while Desmond Bane added 18 points, 6 rebounds, and 7 assists.

What’s Next

The New York Knicks improved their record to 17-7 after defeating the Orlando Magic. This win keeps them in second place in the Eastern Conference. The team continues to perform well, maintaining a strong position near the top.

Orlando Magic, now at 15-10, remains in fourth place in the Eastern Conference. Despite the loss, they are still in a good spot for the season. Both teams will look to strengthen their standings in their upcoming games.

The New York Knicks will play their next game on Thursday, December 18, against the Indiana Pacers. This game will be held at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Following that, they will face the Philadelphia 76ers at home on Friday, December 19, at Madison Square Garden.

The Orlando Magic will also play on Thursday, December 18. They will be on the road to face the Denver Nuggets at Ball Arena. After that, the Magic will visit the Utah Jazz on Saturday, December 20, at Delta Center.


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