Suns Edge Magic in Double Overtime Thriller
Saturday, February 21, 2026, 5:00 PM ET · Mortgage Matchup Center
Phoenix Suns 113, Orlando Magic 110, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Orlando Magic vs Phoenix Suns?
Phoenix Suns beat Orlando Magic 113-110 at Mortgage Matchup Center on February 21, 2026.
Who was favored in Orlando Magic vs Phoenix Suns?
Phoenix Suns were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -162 (about 62% implied). The favorite won.
In a gripping encounter at the Mortgage Matchup Center, the Phoenix Suns triumphed over the Orlando Magic with a final score of 113-110 after two overtime periods. This victory improves the Suns' series lead over the Magic to 2-0, having previously won their last encounter on December 8, 2024, by a score of 115-110.
The Suns entered this matchup with a home record of 33-24, but their recent form had been inconsistent, posting a 5-5 record over their last ten games. They were on a two-game losing streak, having lost to the San Antonio Spurs 121-94 just a day before this game, and the Oklahoma City Thunder 136-109 prior to that. Their scoring average during this stretch was 109.2 points per game, while they allowed an average of 113.1 points. At home, they had a record of 4-4 in their last eight games, with their last five games yielding an average of 104.6 points scored and 115.6 points allowed.
Conversely, the Orlando Magic came into the game with a solid away record of 29-26 and a recent record of 6-4 in their last ten games, including a convincing 131-94 victory over the Sacramento Kings just before facing the Suns. The Magic had won their last game and averaged 115.1 points scored while allowing 112.2 points during this stretch. Their away record stood at 2-3 for their last five games, with an impressive average of 119.0 points scored and only 104.8 points allowed.
In terms of injuries, both teams faced challenges. The Suns had CJ Huntley and Mark Williams listed as day-to-day due to hamstring and foot issues, respectively. The Magic were also dealing with key players in a similar situation, as Franz Wagner, Izaiyah Nelson, and Jonathan Isaac were all day-to-day with calf, ankle, and knee injuries.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had the Suns favored by 3.5 points, with a total set at 218.5. The odds reflected the Suns' home advantage, with a moneyline of -162. The Magic were listed at +136 on the moneyline, indicating that they were viewed as the underdogs in this matchup.
Conditions for the game were typical for a late February evening, with both teams needing to adapt to the arena's atmosphere. Fans witnessed a nail-biting contest, characterized by back-and-forth scoring and critical plays in the final moments of regulation and overtime.
As the game unfolded, it became clear that the key players would have to step up. Jalen Green played a pivotal role for the Suns, making crucial shots in the second overtime, including a significant 24-foot three-point jumper that sealed the victory. Paolo Banchero also contributed to the Magic's efforts, showcasing his skills with a turnaround jump shot that kept the game competitive.
Overall, this matchup not only highlighted the competitive spirit of both teams but also set the stage for future encounters as they continue to vie for playoff positioning in the NBA. The Suns' ability to secure a win in such a tightly contested game could provide a much-needed boost as they look to break out of their recent slump.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | PHX -3.5 | 218.5 o -108 / u -112 | Orlando Magic +136 · Phoenix Suns -162 |
Injury report
- CJ HuntleyDay-To-DayHamstringPhoenix Suns
- Mark WilliamsDay-To-DayFootPhoenix Suns
- Franz WagnerDay-To-DayCalfOrlando Magic
- Izaiyah NelsonDay-To-DayAnkleOrlando Magic
- Jonathan IsaacDay-To-DayKneeOrlando Magic
Leaders
- PointsGrayson Allen27Phoenix Suns
- AssistsCollin Gillespie6Phoenix Suns
- ReboundsOso Ighodaro12Phoenix Suns
- PointsDesmond Bane34Orlando Magic
- AssistsPaolo Banchero8Orlando Magic
- ReboundsPaolo Banchero14Orlando Magic
Recent form
Phoenix Suns
Last 10: 5-5Streak L2109.2 scored · 113.1 allowed per game4-4 at home
- L94-121at San Antonio SpursFeb 20
- L109-136vs Oklahoma City ThunderFeb 12
- W120-111vs Dallas MavericksFeb 11
- L103-109vs Philadelphia 76ersFeb 8
- L97-101vs Golden State WarriorsFeb 6
- W130-125at Portland Trail BlazersFeb 4
- L93-117vs LA ClippersFeb 2
- W126-113vs Cleveland CavaliersJan 31
- W114-96vs Detroit PistonsJan 30
- W106-102vs Brooklyn NetsJan 28
Orlando Magic
Last 10: 6-4Streak W1115.1 scored · 112.2 allowed per game2-3 away
- W131-94at Sacramento KingsFeb 20
- L108-116vs Milwaukee BucksFeb 12
- W118-99vs Milwaukee BucksFeb 10
- W120-117vs Utah JazzFeb 8
- W118-98vs Brooklyn NetsFeb 6
- L92-128at Oklahoma City ThunderFeb 4
- L103-112at San Antonio SpursFeb 2
- W130-120vs Toronto RaptorsJan 31
- W133-124at Miami HeatJan 29
- L98-114at Cleveland CavaliersJan 27
Standings
| Team | Games behind | Lost | Streak | Win % | Won |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta | - | 36 | L1 | .561 | 46 |
| Orlando | 1 | 37 | L1 | .549 | 45 |
| Charlotte | 2 | 38 | W1 | .537 | 44 |
| Miami | 3 | 39 | W2 | .524 | 43 |
| Washington | 29 | 65 | L10 | .207 | 17 |
| LA Lakers | - | 29 | W3 | .646 | 53 |
| Phoenix | 8 | 37 | W1 | .549 | 45 |
| LA Clippers | 11 | 40 | W1 | .512 | 42 |
| Golden State | 16 | 45 | L3 | .451 | 37 |
| Sacramento | 31 | 60 | L1 | .268 | 22 |
Box score
| Stat | Orlando Magic | Phoenix Suns |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 42-98 | 40-117 |
| Field goal % | 43 | 34 |
| Three-pointers | 10-39 | 16-55 |
| Three-point % | 26 | 29 |
| Free throws | 16-19 | 17-24 |
| Free throw % | 84 | 71 |
| Rebounds | 53 | 65 |
| Offensive rebounds | 10 | 22 |
| Defensive rebounds | 43 | 43 |
| Assists | 24 | 20 |
| Steals | 6 | 11 |
| Blocks | 15 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 16 | 8 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 22 | 17 |
| Fast-break points | 18 | 12 |
| Points in the paint | 60 | 46 |
| Fouls | 21 | 20 |
| Largest lead | 12 | 11 |
| Lead changes | 9 | 9 |
| Time in front | 50 | 39 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter73-74Moritz Wagner makes 26-foot three point jumper (Desmond Bane assists)
- 3rd Quarter73-77Jordan Goodwin makes 25-foot three point jumper (Collin Gillespie assists)
- 4th Quarter73-78Collin Gillespie makes free throw 1 of 3
- 4th Quarter73-79Collin Gillespie makes free throw 2 of 3
- 4th Quarter73-80Collin Gillespie makes free throw 3 of 3
- 4th Quarter75-80Desmond Bane makes 13-foot pullup jump shot (Noah Penda assists)
- 4th Quarter75-82Oso Ighodaro makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter75-83Oso Ighodaro makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter77-83Paolo Banchero makes driving layup (Wendell Carter Jr. assists)
- 4th Quarter77-86Ryan Dunn makes 25-foot three point jumper (Collin Gillespie assists)
- 4th Quarter80-86Desmond Bane makes 26-foot running jump shot (Paolo Banchero assists)
- 4th Quarter80-88Collin Gillespie makes 8-foot step back jumpshot
- 4th Quarter80-91Jordan Goodwin makes 26-foot running jump shot (Collin Gillespie assists)
- 4th Quarter82-91Desmond Bane makes 11-foot driving floating jump shot (Paolo Banchero assists)
- 4th Quarter84-91Paolo Banchero makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter86-91Anthony Black makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter88-91Wendell Carter Jr. makes 4-foot dunk
- 4th Quarter88-94Grayson Allen makes 29-foot three point jumper
- 4th Quarter89-94Wendell Carter Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter90-94Wendell Carter Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter90-96Jalen Green makes 15-foot pullup jump shot (Grayson Allen assists)
- 4th Quarter92-96Paolo Banchero makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter94-96Anthony Black makes 3-foot dunk (Paolo Banchero assists)
- 4th Quarter96-96Anthony Black makes 3-foot running dunk
- OT98-96Wendell Carter Jr. makes two point shot
- OT99-96Wendell Carter Jr. makes free throw 1 of 1
- OT101-96Paolo Banchero makes 5-foot two point shot
- OT101-97Grayson Allen makes free throw 1 of 2
- OT101-98Grayson Allen makes free throw 2 of 2
- OT101-101Grayson Allen makes 28-foot three point jumper (Jalen Green assists)
- OT101-103Grayson Allen makes 5-foot driving floating jump shot
- OT103-103Paolo Banchero makes 2-foot driving dunk
- 2OT103-104Jalen Green makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2OT105-104Paolo Banchero makes 4-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2OT105-107Grayson Allen makes 26-foot three point jumper (Jalen Green assists)
- 2OT105-108Jalen Green makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2OT107-108Jonathan Isaac makes tip shot
- 2OT107-110Jalen Green makes two point shot
- 2OT110-110Jevon Carter makes 25-foot three point jumper (Tristan da Silva assists)
- 2OT110-113Jalen Green makes 24-foot three point jumper (Royce O'Neale assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Phoenix Suns, below favours Orlando Magic.
Venue
- Mortgage Matchup CenterPhoenix, AZ
- Attendance17071
- OfficialsPat Fraher, Tony Brothers, Michael Smith
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