The New Orleans Pelicans couldn't hold on to a fourth quarter lead and lose to Orlando Magic 128-118. They've lost eight straight games against the Magic.

Paulo Banchero had 23 points, eight rebounds and eight assists, Desmond Bane added 27 points and Orlando beat the New Orleans Pelicans 128-118 on Sunday in Magic center Moritz Wagner's return from a serious knee injury.

The Orlando Magic have only lost consecutive games once since late October, so they’ll be looking to avoid a losing streak prior to hitting the road for an over

After playing four games in six days, the Magic will only play two over the next seven as Orlando heads to Europe to take on the Grizzlies.

BOTTOM LINE: The New Orleans Pelicans visit the Orlando Magic in a non-conference matchup. The Magic are 12-7 in home games. Orlando is ninth in the Eastern Conference with 26.2 assists per game led by Paolo Banchero averaging 4.8.

Both the Orlando Magic and New Orleans Pelicans may be without multiple key players in Sunday afternoon's matchup.

Orlando Magic forward Moe Wagner is expected to make his season debut Sunday vs the Pelicans after an ACL tear. Here’s what it means for Orlando.

The Pelicans visit the Orlando Magic on Sunday at the Kia Center at 2:00 p.m. CT. The game will be broadcast on the Gulf Coast Sports and Entertainment Network. Fans can also stream the game via Pelicans+ or listen to the radio call on WWL 870 AM.