ORLANDO, (Reuters) – The Orlando Magic began life in their new Amway Center home with a dominating 112-83 victory over the Washington Wizards on Thursday.
Four-times All-Star Dwight Howard led the Magic with a double-double, scoring 23 points and 10 rebounds despite not playing in the final quarter of the season opener for the two sides. Vince Carter added 18 points and Jameer Nelson scored 16.
The Wizards were led by reserve Cartier Martin’s 17 points while first-overall draft pick John Wall scored 14 points and nine assists on his NBA debut.
