The Orlando Magic narrowly defeated the Denver Nuggets 127-126, fueled by Anthony Black’s 38-point career high and key free throws by Desmond Bane.

The Orlando Magic narrowly beat the Denver Nuggets 127-126, overcoming Nikola Jokic’s 34-point, 21-rebound, 12-assist triple-double—his 180th career triple-double—on Anthony Black’s career-high 38 points and Desmond Bane’s game-sealing free throws with 6.9 seconds left. The Magic capitalized on 16 Denver turnovers for 27 points, while committing only six. In other NBA action, Giannis Antetokounmpo returned from injury with 29 points to lead the Bucks to a 112-103 win over the Bulls. Lauri Markkanen and Keyonte George each scored 28 and 29 as the Jazz beat the Spurs 127-114, ending San Antonio’s eight-game win streak. The Knicks edged the Hawks 128-125, with Karl-Anthony Towns scoring 36 points and 15 rebounds and Jalen Brunson adding 34. The Kings defeated the Mavericks 113-107, with Keon Ellis and Russell Westbrook each scoring 21.