Magic take 2-0 lead

Vince Carter finished with 19 points, Dwight Howard scored 15 and the Orlando Magic took a 2-0 series lead with a 92-77 victory over the visiting Charlotte Bobcats on Wednesday night.

The duo combined for 21 second-half points to help Orlando build a 20-point lead and hold on late.

Game 3 is Saturday at Charlotte.

Spurs 102, Mavericks 88: Richard Jefferson scored 19 points, helping visiting San Antonio beat Dallas and tie their first-round series at one game apiece.

Game 3 is Friday at San Antonio.