Jack Norris 
The Orlando Magic defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves 132-120. Paolo Banchero scored 20 points, and Desmond Bane added 18 for the Magic. Terrence Shannon Jr. led the Timberwolves with 33 points.
Bennedict Mathurin’s style of play with the LA Clippers could impact his next contract. His tendency to hunt for fouls while driving to the basket has led to inefficiency. The Clippers may offer him less money than he anticipates.
Kevin Durant and Dillon Brooks were involved in a back-and-forth during the Phoenix Suns’ match against the Houston Rockets. Durant dismissed Brooks’ attempts to get under his skin. The Rockets secured a 119-105 victory, eliminating the Suns from a top-six spot in the West.
Liv Morgan was injured on “Monday Night Raw” after being pushed into Roxanne Perez and then into a TV by Stephanie Vaquer. Morgan showed off photos of the bump on social media. Wrestling Observer reported that both Morgan and Perez are in concussion protocol.
LA Galaxy are set to play Toluca FC in the CONCACAF Champions Cup quarter-finals. This comes as the Galaxy are experiencing a slow start in the MLS, currently sitting in 12th place with a 1-3-2 record. The team is also carrying a four-game winless streak.
Jalen Green exited Wednesday’s game against the Mavericks. He suffered an apparent leg injury. Green limped to the locker room after checking out in the first quarter.
Victor Wembanyama and Stephon Castle were ruled out for the Spurs’ game against the Portland Trail Blazers. Wembanyama is out after suffering a rib contusion. The Spurs are hopeful Wembanyama and Castle will play Friday.
Alex Selesnick and Zack Cimini share their best bet for Bucks at Pistons.
Denver will try to keep its nine-game win streak alive when the Nuggets face the Memphis Grizzlies on Wednesday at Ball Arena. You can watch the game over-the-air for free. Coverage starts at 6:30 p.m.
The Dallas Mavericks are on the road against the Phoenix Suns. Both teams are dealing with multiple injuries. Cooper Flagg is listed as probable for the Mavericks.