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- The Canadian Press
Los Angeles faces Orlando, looks for 8th straight home win
Orlando Magic (9-6, fourth in the Eastern Conference) vs. Los Angeles Lakers (10-4, third in the Western Conference)
NBA Southeast Standings
| W | L | Pct | GB | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | 7 | .563 | 0.0 | |
| 6 | 7 | .462 | 1.5 | |
| 7 | 9 | .438 | 2.0 | |
| 5 | 9 | .357 | 3.0 | |
| 2 | 11 | .154 | 5.5 |
