NBA Preview: Magic vs. Raptors – November 20, 2019

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The Orlando Magic have lost the last matchup between the teams on the road. The Magic attempt to continue their momentum having won 4 games out of their last 5.

Last time they faced each other, The Raptors beat the Magic 104-95 at home. Top performers for the Raptors: Pascal Siakam contributed 24 points (9-of-16 shooting) and 9 rebounds. Kyle Lowry contributed 26 points (7-of-18 FG), 6 assists and 5 rebounds. Notable players for the Magic: Jonathan Isaac contributed 24 points (7-of-10 shooting), 7 rebounds and 5 threes made. Evan Fournier contributed 18 points (7-of-15 shooting). Nikola Vucevic had 5 points (1-of-13 from the field) and 12 rebounds.

The Toronto Raptors are coming to the game after a 132-96 win over the Charlotte Hornets at home. Terence Davis was solid with 16 points (5-of-7 FG) and 7 assists. The Magic are coming to the game after a 125-121 win over the Washington Wizards at home. Nikola Vucevic contributed 30 points (11-of-14 from the field), 6 assists and 7 offensive rebounds. Markelle Fultz contributed 19 points (8-of-10 shooting) and 5 steals. Evan Fournier contributed 25 points (7-of-13 FG), 9 assists and 5 threes made. The matchup between Fred VanVleet and Evan Fournier will be one of the most interesting things to watch out for in this game.

Jonathan Isaac is questionable for the Magic because of a right ankle injury. The Raptors will play without Kyle Lowry who's out with a left thumb injury. Michael Carter-Williams will not be playing for the Magic because of a left hip injury. The Raptors are coming off a back to back. The Magic will focus on the strong three-point shooting of the Raptors (ranked No. 3 in the league in threes made) to win the game. Get all the Magic tickets at TickPick, where smart fans buy tickets. Tickets start at 39 dollars to Toronto Raptors vs. Orlando Magic at Scotiabank Arena.