Washington Wizards vs Orlando Magic Final Score & Over/Under Result — Mar 3, 2026

Orlando's third quarter proved decisive, as the Magic outscored Washington 40–27 in a 67-point frame that tilted the contest decisively. The home side built enough separation to absorb a Washington rally late, ultimately winning 126–109 in a game that finished at 235 combined points—6.5 points over the 228.5 market total. DAGGER leaned under and missed.

The first half stayed competitive. Combined scoring hit 111 through two quarters, with Orlando up 57–54 at the break. Washington kept pace in the opening frame (Q1: 51 combined), but the Magic pulled ahead with a 60-point second quarter before the third quarter erupted. Paolo Banchero led Orlando with 37 points, 5 rebounds, and 6 assists, while Desmond Bane added 25 points and 4 assists. Washington got 19 points and 5 assists from Will Riley, 18 points from Jaden Hardy, and 16 points from Sharife Cooper, but the defensive inconsistency that has plagued the Wizards—they're allowing 125.0 per game over their last 10—showed in the second half. A fourth quarter that combined for just 57 points closed the game as Orlando cruised home. The result extended the Magic's edge in their recent head-to-head series; Orlando had won the November meeting 125–94 before losing 120–112 on January 6.