The Magic defeated the Rockets, 119-111. Wendell Carter Jr. led the Magic with 24 points and 12 rebounds, while Cole Anthony added 14 points, five rebounds and six assists in the victory. Additionally for the Magic, Chuma Okeke recorded a career-high 26 points, while Jalen Green tallied 23 points and four steals for the Rockets in the losing effort. The Magic improve to 14-47 on the season, while the Rockets fall to 15-44.