Orlando Magic and New Orleans Pelicans engage in a preseason matchup
Gonna Settle the Score: Orlando Magic vs New Orleans Pelicans
On October 18, the basketball grudge between Orlando Magic and New Orleans Pelicans was laid to rest in a preseason NBA game held at Orlando's Amway Center at 02:00 Moscow time.
During the first two quarters, Orlando Magic managed to secure a narrow lead (55:51), but things began to shift after the halftime. The Pelicans stepped up their game in the third quarter, scoring 24 points against Magic's 21. They continued their dominance in the final quarter, clinching a convincing victory with a score of 27:16. The final tally stood at 104:92 in favor of the Pelicans.
Let's spotlight the players who shined in this nail-biting contest. Brandon Ingram, from the Pelicans, demonstrated an outstanding performance with 18 points, four rebounds, and six assists. Zion Williamson added 16 points with three rebounds and three assists. Meanwhile, for the Magic, their top scorers were the German duo Wagner. Franz Wagner recorded 19 points with five rebounds and two assists while Moritz Wagner managed 16 points, two rebounds, and one assist. Remarkably, both teams had strong contributors across the bench.
Now, if you see yourself placing a bet in Orlando or want to learn about betting habits in other cities, it's worth knowing Orlando offers legal online sportsbook options available at Hard Rock Bet, which is the only state-regulated sportsbook currently operating in Florida. Hard Rock Bet offers a wide selection of sports, including Major American Leagues such as NBA (Orlando Magic), major college sports (excluding Florida college prop bets), esports, motor sports, horse racing, and even more exotic sports.
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But hey, let's not forget the rules. You must be 21 years old to bet, and you've got to be physically located within Florida to place wagers on the Hard Rock Bet platform. For now, it's a single-operator market, with Seminole Tribe casinos like Hard Rock in Tampa and Hollywood offering in-person sportsbooks, although many Orlando bettors opt for the online platform.
Enjoy the game, and remember, bet responsibly!
In this thrilling NBA contest between Orlando Magic and New Orleans Pelicans, the Pelicans showcased their dominance in the second half, securing a victory with a score of 104:92, after trailing during the first two quarters. For those interested in sports betting, they can place bets on basketball games, including the Orlando Magic, through Hard Rock Bet, a legal online sportsbook in Florida.
