Wendell Carter Jr. Hits Game-Winner to Sink Mavericks

Wendell Carter Jr. returned from right ankle soreness to lead the Magic to a 115-114 victory over the Mavericks, scoring the decisive dunk with 1.4 seconds remaining. Carter finished the game with 15 points, providing a critical interior presence. His return to the starting lineup helped Orlando overcome a late deficit, spoiling Cooper Flagg's return for Dallas. Carter has averaged 10.7 points and 9.8 rebounds since the All-Star break.