The Orlando Magic are heating up at the perfect time. On Friday night in Chicago, they shook off a sluggish start to dominate the Bulls 127-103, securing their fifth consecutive victory as the regular season winds down.

After a first half that saw them struggle with focus, the Magic flipped the script in the third quarter. Jalen Suggs ignited the run, draining four three-pointers in the period. The real engine, however, was Franz Wagner, who looked spectacular in his return to form. Wagner poured in 25 efficient points in just 23 minutes, his highest scoring output since returning from a long-term ankle injury.

While Wagner provided the scoring punch, Paolo Banchero orchestrated the offense with a well-rounded performance of 14 points, 9 rebounds, and 7 assists. The Magic's defense was equally crucial, generating 21 Chicago turnovers and converting them into 31 points—a decisive edge in the contest.

With the playoffs on the horizon, this win streak is a statement. The Magic (45-36) now head to Boston for their final regular-season game, looking to carry this momentum and solidify their seeding in a tight Eastern Conference race. For a Bulls team ending its season, it was a tough night, highlighted by cold shooting from deep.

Beyond the stars, the Magic's depth shone through. Jamal Cain provided a massive spark off the bench, scoring a season-high 20 points and grabbing 8 rebounds. As Orlando gears up for the postseason, this kind of balanced, high-energy performance is exactly what they'll need to make noise.