Carter Jr. Erases Shot, Da Silva Finishes Transition Layup

Pair connected in preseason action

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 2h1 min read

Wendell Carter Jr. block 🤝 Tristan da Silva lay in https://t.co/5EK9RsCWMq Via @OrlandoMagic on X

What happened: Wendell Carter Jr. delivered the stop to start the break. Tristan da Silva finished it at the rim during 2026-27 preseason play.

Why it matters: Camp reps reward stops that turn into immediate offense. The pairing showed timing between rim protection and the break ahead of the 2026-27 season.

What to watch: Preseason play continues ahead of the 2026-27 opener.

Sources

@OrlandoMagic 2026-10-13T23:34:51.105808+00:00

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