The Orlando Magic (2-4) and Washington Wizards (1-4) square off in an Eastern Conference battle Saturday evening. Tip from Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C., is set for 7 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Magic vs. Wizards odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.
2024-25 season series: Magic won 4-0
The Magic snapped a 4-game losing streak with a 123-107 road win over the Charlotte Hornets Thursday, covering as a 3.5-point favorite. The Under (239.5) hit. Orlando was led by F Franz Wagner, who dropped 21 points yet was just 8-for-16 from the field. The Magic have struggled mainly because of a major defensive setback, having allowed at least 110 points in their first 5 games of the season. They are 1-5 against the spread (ATS) and 3-3 O/U.
The Wizards lost 127-108 to the Oklahoma City Thunder on the road Thursday, failing to cover as a 15.5-point underdog. The Over (231) cashed. G CJ McCollum scored a team-high 19 points and drained 5 threes. The Wizards also have significant defensive issues and have allowed 139 points per game through 2 home contests. They are 1-4 ATS and 4-1 O/U on the season.
Magic at Wizards odds
Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 11:55 a.m. ET.
Moneyline (ML): Magic -375 (bet $375 to win $100) | Wizards +290 (bet $100 to win $290)Against the spread (ATS): Magic -8.5 (-115) | Wizards +8.5 (-105)Over/Under (O/U): 234.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)Magic at Wizards key injuries
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C Moritz Wagner (knee) out
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Magic at Wizards picks and predictionsPrediction
Magic 120, Wizards 114
PASS.
The Magic (-375) should come out on top yet are far too expensive to consider. Look to the spread for the preferred wager.
BET WIZARDS +8.5 (-105).
The Magic’s defense and their road woes are difficult to see through here. They are 1-2 ATS on the road, closing as a favorite in all 3 games and losing 2 of those outright. After finishing second last season in defensive rating, they have dropped to 23rd in the NBA.
While the Wizards have left quite a bit to be desired, in their 2 home games, they took an 11-point lead into half against the Hornets and a 16-point lead into the fourth against the 76ers. Despite not covering in either, they have the veteran talent to keep the game relatively close and are coming into this one at full strength.
Take WIZARDS +8.5 (-105).
BET UNDER 234.5 (-110).
When the Magic are expected to see bunches of points, they fall short. They are 3-3 O/U on the season and 0-3 O/U when the closing total is over 230.
The Wizards’ offense has taken a step back, scoring 113 or fewer in 2 of their last 3 contests. Neither team ranks in the top 20 in offensive rating either.
Considering those trends, take UNDER 234.5 (-110). Go easy here because the line has dropped 2 points Saturday.
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