The Orlando Magic did not play very much defense. Fortunately there were a few offensive performances to make up for it and get the win in Philadelphia.
The Orlando Magic had their offense rolling. Rolling in a way they have rarely had it going.
Just in those rare times the Magic get their offense moving like this, they sometimes leave their defense completely behind. And even against the worst offensive team in the league, no defense is something a team can score on. Again and again.
It was an uncharacteristic shooting game for Philadelphia, but Orlando defenders often ignored Philadelphia shooters. Then the Magic could not keep Ish Smith or T.J. McConnell out of the paint and that opened everything up. The defensive struggles would not stop.
Orlando found just enough defense though. Victor Oladipo buckled down and picked up a big steal to help open the fourth quarter and the Magic were able to keep their offense running, attacking the basket and getting to the foul line very regularly.
The Magic were always seemingly the better team. They just needed to wake up and assert themselves. When they finally did, the 76ers did not have the firepower to keep up.