Cohen's Synopsis: Magic at Pacers
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By Josh Cohen
October 8, 2010
GAME RECAP
It may not have been quite as memorable or breathtaking as that 48-point performance last season against New Orleans, but Vince Carter’s effort against Indiana on Friday was certainly something to chat about.
Carter erupted for 25 points – burying 8-of-11 shots from the field and 6-of-8 from 3-point range – in 19 minutes as the Orlando Magic defeated the Pacers, 93-86, in an exhibition.
Dwight Howard, although struggling shooting the ball (2-of-8 from the floor and 6-of-14 from the free throw line), collected a double-double with 10 points and 10 rebounds. Ryan Anderson, meanwhile, grabbed an extraordinary 16 rebounds.
With Rashard Lewis starting at the small forward position, Brandon Bass earned the opportunity to start at the power forward spot. He thoroughly took advantage of it.
Bass posted nine points, seven rebounds and three blocks in 19 minutes. He slammed home two thunderous dunks in back-to-back possessions in the second quarter.
Marcin Gortat, J.J. Redick and Daniel Orton all did not play for the Magic.
Orlando has won 16 straight preseason games and will go for 17 consecutive victories when it hosts New Orleans on Sunday in the first game ever at Amway Center.
Darren Collison, who the Pacers acquired during the summer in a blockbuster four-team trade, led Indiana with 18 points.
Quarter-by-Quarter Breakdown
Fourth Quarter: Magic 93, Pacers 86
Notable Storylines: It was a frantic finish for the Magic reserves, but they came up with enough stops in the final minutes to hold off the Pacers. None of the starters played in the fourth quarter.
Player of the Period: Mickael Pietrus
Standout Moment/Stat: It was the 16th consecutive preseason victory for the Magic.
Third Quarter: Magic 78, Pacers 60
Notable Storylines: Vince Carter erupted from 3-point range. He is 6-of-8 from beyond the arc for the game and has 25 points. Orlando’s stifling defense limited Indiana to just 13 third-quarter points.
Player of the Period: Vince Carter/Brandon Bass
Standout Moment/Stat: After shooting just 4-of-16 from 3-point territory in the first half, Orlando caught fire and connected on 6-of-12 3 balls in the period. The Magic have accumulated nine blocks, including three from Brandon Bass.
Second Quarter: Pacers 47, Magic 45
Notable Storylines: Ryan Anderson poured in seven points within three minutes. Rashard Lewis demonstrated some of his versatility at the three when he scored on an impressive drive. Dwight Howard, although struggling shooting the ball from the field and free throw line, remains committed defensively and on the boards.
Player of the Period: Ryan Anderson
Standout Moment/Stat: Outside of Howard, the rest of the Magic are 8-of-9 from the free throw line.
First Quarter: Pacers 26, Magic 23
Notable Storylines: Rashard Lewis started at the small forward position, while Brandon Bass started at the four. Dwight Howard committed three early fouls. Vince Carter has 10 points on 4-of-6 shooting from the floor.
Player of the Period: Vince Carter
Standout Moment/Stat: Brandon Bass flushed home two thunderous slam-dunks on back-to-back possessions.
October 8, 2010
GAME RECAP
It may not have been quite as memorable or breathtaking as that 48-point performance last season against New Orleans, but Vince Carter’s effort against Indiana on Friday was certainly something to chat about.
Carter erupted for 25 points – burying 8-of-11 shots from the field and 6-of-8 from 3-point range – in 19 minutes as the Orlando Magic defeated the Pacers, 93-86, in an exhibition.
Dwight Howard, although struggling shooting the ball (2-of-8 from the floor and 6-of-14 from the free throw line), collected a double-double with 10 points and 10 rebounds. Ryan Anderson, meanwhile, grabbed an extraordinary 16 rebounds.
With Rashard Lewis starting at the small forward position, Brandon Bass earned the opportunity to start at the power forward spot. He thoroughly took advantage of it.
Bass posted nine points, seven rebounds and three blocks in 19 minutes. He slammed home two thunderous dunks in back-to-back possessions in the second quarter.
Marcin Gortat, J.J. Redick and Daniel Orton all did not play for the Magic.
Orlando has won 16 straight preseason games and will go for 17 consecutive victories when it hosts New Orleans on Sunday in the first game ever at Amway Center.
Darren Collison, who the Pacers acquired during the summer in a blockbuster four-team trade, led Indiana with 18 points.
Quarter-by-Quarter Breakdown
Fourth Quarter: Magic 93, Pacers 86
Notable Storylines: It was a frantic finish for the Magic reserves, but they came up with enough stops in the final minutes to hold off the Pacers. None of the starters played in the fourth quarter.
Player of the Period: Mickael Pietrus
Standout Moment/Stat: It was the 16th consecutive preseason victory for the Magic.
Third Quarter: Magic 78, Pacers 60
Notable Storylines: Vince Carter erupted from 3-point range. He is 6-of-8 from beyond the arc for the game and has 25 points. Orlando’s stifling defense limited Indiana to just 13 third-quarter points.
Player of the Period: Vince Carter/Brandon Bass
Standout Moment/Stat: After shooting just 4-of-16 from 3-point territory in the first half, Orlando caught fire and connected on 6-of-12 3 balls in the period. The Magic have accumulated nine blocks, including three from Brandon Bass.
Second Quarter: Pacers 47, Magic 45
Notable Storylines: Ryan Anderson poured in seven points within three minutes. Rashard Lewis demonstrated some of his versatility at the three when he scored on an impressive drive. Dwight Howard, although struggling shooting the ball from the field and free throw line, remains committed defensively and on the boards.
Player of the Period: Ryan Anderson
Standout Moment/Stat: Outside of Howard, the rest of the Magic are 8-of-9 from the free throw line.
First Quarter: Pacers 26, Magic 23
Notable Storylines: Rashard Lewis started at the small forward position, while Brandon Bass started at the four. Dwight Howard committed three early fouls. Vince Carter has 10 points on 4-of-6 shooting from the floor.
Player of the Period: Vince Carter
Standout Moment/Stat: Brandon Bass flushed home two thunderous slam-dunks on back-to-back possessions.
