GameNight SpecificsNBA Coverage: Game InfoDate: Friday, January 20Time: 8 p.m.Location: Amway Center (ORLANDO, FL)Radio: FM 96.5 and AM 580 WDBO, AM 1270 WRLZTelevision: FS Florida, ESPN
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Last Season’s Results: After earning a victory against the Lakers at Amway Center, Orlando’s attempt to sweep the season series with Los Angeles fell short at STAPLES Center.
Feb. 13: Superstar center Dwight Howard tallied 31 points and 13 rebounds and Orlando held L.A. to 34 points in the second half of the Magic's 89-75 home victory.
March 14: Although Howard posted a 22-point, 15-rebound performance, Orlando was unable to slow down L.A.’s balanced offensive attack.
Key Matchup: Dwight Howard vs. Andrew Bynum
Given the current state of centers in the NBA, it’s rare that Orlando’s Superman gets to up against a worthy adversary. However, he will be put to the test when he goes head-to-head with Lakers center Andrew Bynum.
The New Jersey High School product is having a breakout season for L.A., notching the first 20-20 game of his career, while averaging 16.4 points and 13.8 boards this season (as of Sunday).
Instant Analysis: In addition to Bynum, the Magic will be focused on slowing down 13-time All-Star Kobe Bryant.
The five-time NBA champion has been playing unbelievable basketball even by his own standards, recently recording four consecutive contests with at least 40 points.
Other Notables: The Magic faced the Lakers in the 2009 NBA Finals. L.A. forward Matt Barnes played for Orlando during the 2009-10 season.
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