Paolo Banchero scores 31 as Magic knock off Hornets

Paolo Banchero poured in 31 points and the visiting Orlando Magic scored in bunches in the first three quarters on the way to defeating the Charlotte Hornets 117-106 on Friday night.

The Magic's next three top scorers were reserves: Cole Anthony with 16 points, Jalen Suggs with 15 and Moritz Wagner with 13. Wendell Carter Jr. added 12 points and a team-high nine rebounds.

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