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Magic Blow 22-Point Lead in Epic, Embarrassing Game 6 Collapse vs. Pistons

Orlando Magic On SI·Jeremy Brener·about 1 month ago
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ORLANDO, Fla. — The Orlando Magic produced one of the epic playoff collapses of all-time in losing Game 6 to the Detroit Pistons 93-79 inside the Kia Center, which turned from jubilant to shocked and then disgusted, with many heading for the exits with a few minutes left. It was hard to blame anyone after this whiplash. The Magic held a 22-point lead at halftime, but that wasn't enough to withstand Detroit's dastardly defense in the second half, which felt as if there was a lid on Orlando's basket for the final two quarters of the game. At one point, the Magic missed 23 straight field goals, with that finally ending with Paolo Banchero free throws. Even after that, Orlando had a chance, but simply could not get into set offense; Desmond Bane took several long ill-advised shots, and the ball stopped moving. This was inconceivable at halftime, with the Magic ahead 60-38, and getting the shots they wanted.…

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