Magic fall to Raptors despite a strong game from Elfrid Payton

Orlando Magic point guard Elfrid Payton went 8-of-12 from the field on Monday, finishing with 22 points, 9 rebounds, 1 assist, 1 steal and 1 block in 31 minutes of action as the Orlando Magic were blown out by the Toronto Raptors.

What It Means:

Payton continues what has been a very productive month, averaging 12.9 points, 7.7 rebounds, 7.9 assists and 1.2 steals in 30.0 minutes per game through 14 contests in March.

Payton finished Monday's loss with a team-high 15.6 nERD, per numberFire Live. Despite his recent success, his -1.5 nERD on the season ranks only 349th among 478 players.