Despite synthesizing a furious comeback to take the first-round game against Indiana into overtime, the Orlando Magic failed to obtain the victory, as the Pacers survived and take a commanding 3-1 lead in the series.
The Magic found themselves down nearly 20 points in the fourth quarter but didn't get discouraged and rallied back to stay competitive in the exhibition match by producing a 14-0 run lead by sharpshooter J.J. Redick and bruiser Glen Davis. Redick would go on to hit a game-tying three to send the game to overtime with 38.7 seconds left on the clock.
The Pacers, however, dominated early overtime action behind established veteran David West, as the team hit six straight points. But, the Magic battled back, like the roster did numerous times in this thrilling game, to tie the game.
The Magic's winning aspirations took a major hit when point guard Jameer Nelson fouled the opposing George Hill, who would knock down two free throws with 2.2 seconds left, and were shattered when Davis missed a buzzer-beating, game-tying eight-foot jumper.
For Indiana, Danny Granger, David West and George Hill shined throughout Saturday af ...
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