Key Takeaways:
- Jalen Suggs delivered a season-best 28 points and hit a decisive three-pointer with 1:27 remaining in overtime on Thursday night
- Bilal Coulibaly set a new personal record with 29 points, while the Washington Wizards endured their tenth straight defeat
- Orlando Magic secured their sixth successive win, prevailing 136-131 in an OT thriller against Washington
Intense Overtime Battle in Orlando
The Orlando Magic extended their best run of the season, clinching a sixth consecutive win after a tense 136-131 overtime triumph over the Washington Wizards on Thursday night in Orlando. The contest featured standout individual performances and dramatic late-game moments, culminating in a clutch display from Jalen Suggs.
WAGIC WIN⁶ 🪄 pic.twitter.com/F4T2cjFJb2
— Orlando Magic (@OrlandoMagic) March 13, 2026
Suggs and Coulibaly Steal the Show
Jalen Suggs led all scorers with a season-high 28 points, including a pivotal three-pointer with 1:27 left in overtime to break a tie at 131-131. Suggs then converted two crucial free throws, securing the Magic’s advantage with 56 seconds to play. Orlando looked set for a comfortable win after establishing a 17-point lead early in the fourth, but the Wizards, spurred on by Bilal Coulibaly’s career-high 29 points, mounted an impressive comeback.
After the Wizards erased a sizeable deficit and levelled the score when Coulibaly banked in a three-pointer with just 5.8 seconds left in regulation, the game progressed to overtime. Coulibaly again tied the score at 131 with another triple in the extra period, only for Suggs to immediately reply in kind.
Team Contributions and Statistical Overview
Tristan da Silva produced a well-rounded showing with 26 points, seven boards, four steals, and two blocks for the Magic, the latter including a key rejection of Coulibaly during overtime. Desmond Bane contributed 22 points. Wendell Carter Jr. added a double-double with 19 points and 11 rebounds, while Paolo Banchero chipped in with 18 points and 10 rebounds.
For Washington, Coulibaly spearheaded the offence, supported by Alex Sarr’s 16 points and Trae Young, who tallied 15 points and six assists over 21 minutes of play. Despite these efforts, the Wizards were unable to halt their losing streak, which now stands at ten games.
| Orlando Magic | Washington Wizards |
|---|---|
| Jalen Suggs: 28 pts | Bilal Coulibaly: 29 pts |
| Tristan da Silva: 26 pts | Alex Sarr: 16 pts |
| Desmond Bane: 22 pts | Trae Young: 15 pts |
| Wendell Carter Jr.: 19 pts, 11 reb | |
| Paolo Banchero: 18 pts, 10 reb |
Momentum Swings and Key Moments
Orlando’s lead, which ballooned to 86-67 following a mid-third-quarter basket from Bane, appeared secure heading into the final period with a 96-81 advantage. Suggs’ steal and layup to open the fourth extended the margin to 17. However, Washington surged back behind Coulibaly’s 13 fourth-quarter points, ultimately forcing overtime when Banchero’s turnaround jumper at the buzzer failed to drop.
The Magic were challenged defensively all night and suffered a setback when Jonathan Isaac exited the game with a sprained left knee.
What’s Next
The Wizards will travel to Boston for their next fixture on Saturday, while the Magic head to Miami, also on Saturday, as both teams continue their regular season campaigns.
