- Matchup: Orlando Magic vs Phoenix Suns
- Date: Saturday, February 21, 2026
- Venue: Mortgage Matchup Center, Phoenix, AZ
- Broadcast: NBA TV
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This Saturday, the Orlando Magic (28-25) will travel to the Mortgage Matchup Center to face off against the Phoenix Suns (32-23).
In their previous game, the Magic faced the Bucks and suffered a defeat, ending with a score of 116-108. They recorded a field goal shooting percentage of 42.7% (35 out of 82) and made 20 of 47 attempts from beyond the arc. At the free-throw line, Orlando converted 18 of 21 for an impressive 85.7%. On the boards, the team secured 30 rebounds, with 7 of those being offensive. They distributed 31 assists, forced 16 turnovers from their opponents, and registered 12 steals. Defensively, the Magic allowed the Bucks to shoot 48.1% from the field, as they connected on 39 out of 81 attempts. Milwaukee, meanwhile, recorded 22 assists, achieved 4 steals, and collected 47 rebounds (8 offensive, 39 defensive) along with 6 blocked shots. The Bucks were flawless from the free-throw line, sinking all 24 attempts. They also converted 14 out of 36 three-point attempts. In terms of fouls, Orlando committed 24 while Milwaukee had 14.
Desmond Bane proved to be a key player in the last game. Bane achieved 64.7% shooting from the floor and dished out 5 assists. With 39 minutes played, he pulled down 2 rebounds and scored 31 points on 11 out of 17 shooting.
The Orlando Magic enter the matchup with a record of 28-25 this season. They average 13.9 turnovers per game while committing 21.0 personal fouls per contest. Team-wise, Orlando grabs 43.3 rebounds per game and has tallied 1,400 assists this season, ranking 18th in the league for passing efficiency. They shoot 34.2% from three-point land (612 of 1,788) and boast an 80.0% free-throw rate. They average 115.1 points per game (ranked 19th in the NBA) while shooting 46.2% from the field.
On the defensive end, the Magic force 15.4 turnovers per game and commit 21.9 personal fouls. They allow opponents to shoot 36.2% from three and rank 15th in points allowed per game at 115.2. Orlando’s defense has allowed a shooting percentage of 48.1% (2,221 of 4,616) and they permit 43.5 rebounds per game, ranking 3rd in the league for assists given up with 1,351.
In their last match, the Suns faced a tough defeat against the Thunder, losing 136-109. Phoenix allowed Oklahoma City to gather 37 rebounds (8 offensive) and finished with a shooting percentage of 41.7% from three-point range, converting 15 of 36 attempts. They went 17 for 19 from the charity stripe (89.5%). The Suns allowed the Thunder to shoot 58.4% from the field, giving up 52 out of 89 attempts. Overall, Phoenix shot 43 out of 92 from the field for 46.7% efficiency, including 35.7% from long range, hitting 15 of 42 attempts. Defensive rebounds totaled 28 for Phoenix, with 15 offensive rebounds, summing up to 43 overall.
Dillon Brooks made a significant impact for the Suns, scoring 23 points in 24 minutes of play, contributing 4 assists, and achieving a shooting percentage of 47.4% (9 of 19). He also secured 5 rebounds throughout the matchup.
Currently, Phoenix holds a record of 32-23 this season. They are averaging 21.3 fouls per game and hitting 79.3% of their free throw attempts. Their assists average is 25.0 per game (24th in the league), and they commit 15.0 turnovers on average. The Suns have accumulated 6,249 points this season (113.6 per game) and are averaging 43.1 rebounds per game. They also maintain a shooting percentage of 46.0% from the floor, ranking 23rd in the NBA.
Phoenix’s defense allows opponents to shoot 34.7% from three (674 of 1,943) and 78.1% from the free-throw line. They surrender an average of 24.8 assists and 43.8 total rebounds per game, placing them 5th and 15th in the league, respectively. Defensively, the Suns rank 5th in points allowed per game at 111.8, while forcing 16.7 turnovers each game and permitting teams to shoot 47.0% from the field (16th in the NBA).
Who will emerge victorious tonight against the spread?
Prediction: Choose Orlando
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