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Howard, Bench Depose Kings

Posted Feb 24, 08 10:22 PM CST in Sports 

(Newser) – The post-Bibby Kings finally lost, falling flat in Orlando in the decisive fourth quarter. Backups Brian Cook and Keyon Dooling combined for 20 in a 22-8 run that gave the Magic a commanding 20-point lead. Dwight Howard was his customary monster self, leading his team with 26 points and 10 rebounds in the 112-93 win.

Sacramento guard Kevin Martin was clutch early but quiet late, finishing with 21 and a position-belying 10 boards. Ron Artest added 23 for the new-look Kings, who had won three straight since trading franchise face Mike Bibby to Atlanta. His replacement, ex-Spur Beno Udrih, notched just 2 points.
Sources: Orlando Sentinel, The Ledger

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Orlando Magic center Dwight Howard, right, is fouled by Sacramento Kings center Brad Miller while going up for a shot during the first half of their NBA basketball game in Orlando, Fla., Sunday, Feb....   (Associated Press)
Orlando Magic center Dwight Howard, above, defends as Sacramento Kings forward Ron Artest spins toward the basket during the first half of their NBA basketball game in Orlando, Fla., Sunday, Feb. 24,...   (Associated Press)
Orlando Magic forward Brian Cook, left, drives past Sacramento Kings center Brad Miller during the first half of their NBA basketball game in Orlando, Fla., Sunday, Feb. 24, 2008. The Magic won 112-93....   (Associated Press)
Orlando Magic guard Maurice Evans, left, puts up a shot in front of Sacramento Kings center Spencer Hawes, right, and Shelden Williams during the second half of their NBA basketball game in Orlando, Fla.,...   (Associated Press)
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