KISSIMMEE, Fla. (Interstat) — In a frantic finish featuring multiple lead changes, coach’s challenges and crucial free throws in the final seconds, the Osceola Magic edged the Long Island Nets 119-117 in an NBA G League matchup Wednesday night at Silver Spurs Arena.

The victory improved Osceola’s record to 35-16, while Long Island fell to an even 25-25.

The game’s decisive sequence unfolded over the final 25 seconds. With Osceola leading 115-114, Long Island’s Malachi Smith was called for an offensive foul, turning the ball over with 21 seconds remaining. The Nets immediately fouled Osceola’s Ja’Vonte Smart, who calmly sank both free throws to extend the Magic lead to three.

After a Long Island timeout, Tyson Etienne was fouled on a 3-point attempt with 9 seconds left. He made the first two free throws to cut the deficit to 117-116 but missed the third attempt. Smith secured the offensive rebound and immediately hit a 26-foot 3-pointer, putting the Nets ahead 119-117 with 6 seconds remaining.

Osceola called timeout and advanced the ball. On the ensuing inbounds play, Long Island’s Smith fouled Lester Quinones on a 3-point shot attempt with 4 seconds on the clock. Quinones missed both free throws, but the Magic retained possession on an offensive rebound. Smart was fouled again and made both shots, putting Osceola back in front 119-117.

Long Island had one final chance, but Smith’s desperation 3-pointer from well beyond the arc as time expired missed the mark.

The thrilling conclusion capped a game defined by efficient offense. Osceola shot 54.5% from the field and 48% from 3-point range, posting an offensive rating of 133.0 points per 100 possessions. Long Island, despite attempting 14 more shots, was held to 42.9% shooting and 25% from deep, though its 94.1% free-throw shooting kept it close.

Osceola’s Colin Castleton recorded a double-double with 25 points and 11 rebounds. Alex Morales added 20 points, while Smart scored 21 off the bench, including the game-clinching free throws. Reece Beekman orchestrated the offense with 12 assists.

Long Island was led by E.J. Liddell, who scored 32 points to go with nine rebounds, four assists and three blocks. Malachi Smith added 29 points and six rebounds, and Chaney Johnson of Alabaster, Alabama, contributed 22 points and six rebounds.

The Magic have now won three straight meetings against the Nets this season, following victories on March 15 and March 17.

Osceola hosts the Motor City Cruise on Friday. Long Island’s next game was not listed in the provided information.