NBA Betting Preview: Hawks vs Magic
The Atlanta Hawks tip off against the Orlando Magic in this NBA game. Our betting preview features expert NBA predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, player stats, team news and confirmed starting lineups.
Hawks to Make Short Work of Magic
It’s fantastic to see the Hawks with a -4.5 line on the spread at -110 as we’re expecting a bigger margin of victory against the Magic.
7 Wins in Previous 10 H2H Matchups for Hawks
Atlanta Hawks have won their previous two games. The latest was a 112-102 home triumph at State Farm Arena against Boston Celtics. Jalen Johnson dropped 20 points, as Onyeka Okongwu finished with 20 and Dyson Daniels 18.
Orlando Magic have enjoyed back-to-back home wins at Kia Center. Last time out, Phoenix Suns were beaten 115-111. Desmond Bane scored 21 points, while Jalen Suggs finished with 20 and Paolo Banchero 19.
Head-to-Head Statistics
The Hawks had the edge in the most recent matchup between these teams. At State Farm Arena, they recorded a 124-112 win over the Magic. The Hawks have beaten the Magic in the past three matchups. They’ve also claimed 7 wins in the past 10 head-to-head meetings.
Hawks
43
33
0.566
118.2
116.2
2
23-16
20-17
8-6
24-22
8-2
2W
Magic
40
35
0.533
115.3
115.1
0.2
24-15
16-20
9-7
24-24
3-7
1W
Atlanta Hawks – Last 10 Games
The Hawks have 8 wins and 2 losses in the past 10 games. They are averaging 121.5 points, 43.5 rebounds, 30.1 assists, 9.1 steals and 4.0 blocks while shooting 48.4% from the field and 79.6% from the free-throw line. The opposition have averaged 111.8 points and 41.9 rebounds per contest.
Nickeil Alexander-Walker is averaging 23.2 points and 3.5 (47.9%) 3-pointers made, while Jalen Johnson averages 7.2 rebounds and 7.0 assists.
Orlando Magic – Last 10 Games
The Magic have won 3 and lost 7 of their previous 10 contests. Averaging 113.6 points, 39.6 rebounds, 24.0 assists, 7.3 steals and 2.0 blocks per game while shooting 45.2% from the field and 86.5% from the free-throw line. Their opponents have averaged 122.0 points and 41.1 rebounds.
Paolo Banchero is averaging 24.6 points, 6.9 rebounds and 5.7 assists, while Desmond Bane has an average of 2.1 (38.9%) 3-pointers made.
Atlanta Hawks vs Orlando Magic Prediction & Picks
We bring you the complete Atlanta Hawks vs Orlando Magic betting insight, including our top match prediction, correct score forecast, player prop advice and a ready-made bet builder.
Game Prediction
There’s an attractive line of -4.5 when it comes to Hawks for this NBA contest. The -110 that the favorites cover the spread has lots of juice and our pick is that they will make it happen.
The handicappers at Sportsgambler.com regularly track injury updates and pair that with current form. We also tap into a deep stats database to highlight the key numbers that help shape our basketball predictions.
Key Hawks vs Magic stats:
The -4.5 line has been covered by Hawks in 16 of their last 20 games.The -4.5 line has been covered by Hawks in 7 of their last 10 games.The -4.5 line has been covered by Hawks in 2 consecutive games.The +4.5 line hasn’t been covered by Magic in 2 consecutive games against Hawks.Hawks -4.5 Probability
The top sportsbooks imply that our pick has a 52.4% prospect of winning. However, our cappers research has found that the actual probability is between 55-60%. This is why we regard this as a value wager.
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Player Prop Picks
Paolo Banchero (Magic) has had Over 4.5 assists in 5 straight games at home. On the basis of this stat, we can shoot for him to once again cover the Player Assists line and this is on offer at -152.
Latest Paolo Banchero Player Prop Odds
Nickeil Alexander-Walker (Hawks) has covered the 18.5 points total in 5 straight road games. We think this is the pick of the prop bets, with odds of -123 available when it comes to backing him on Player Points.
Latest Nickeil Alexander-Walker Player Prop Odds
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Correct Score Prediction
There’s the chance to land amazing odds when it comes to the Hawks winning on the correct score lines. We’ll try a 123-114 victory in their favor and this should be in the right ball park.
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Atlanta Hawks vs Orlando Magic Odds
The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
Books Have Hawks as Favorites
Atlanta Hawks are regarded as having a 65% chance of winning this NBA game according to the latest betting odds. The sportsbooks have priced them up at -185. Orlando Magic are trading at bigger odds than their opponents and they can be backed at +154.
The current spread is 4.5 and the total points line is 232.5. The Totals offers basketball bettors an alternative way of getting involved. If you want to back Over 232.5, it’s -112.
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Betting Lines & Odds
Moneyline
Point Spread
Total Points
Paolo Banchero Favorite to Score the Most Points
Paolo Banchero is the market leader to rack up the most points. You can back -112 that he gets Over 23.5 points. Alternatively, Under is trading at -114.
Player Points
Paolo Banchero (Magic)
Jalen Johnson (Hawks)
Desmond Bane (Magic)
Nickeil Alexander-Walker (Hawks)
Player Assists
Jalen Johnson (Hawks)
Jalen Suggs (Magic)
Dyson Daniels (Hawks)
Paolo Banchero (Magic)
Player Rebounds
Jalen Johnson (Hawks)
Paolo Banchero (Magic)
Onyeka Okongwu (Hawks)
Wendell Carter Jr (Magic)
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Kia Center
Magic Own Six Wins From Last Ten at Home
The Magic have six wins and four losses in the last 10 games at home, averaging 117.10 points scored and 115.60 points allowed.
The Hawks are 5-5 in their last 10 games on the road, putting up 118.40 points on average and giving up 118.70.
The last time these teams met at Kia Center, the Hawks came out on top 111-107 against the Magic. Over the past 10 head-to-head meetings at Kia Center, the Hawks have collected six wins, while the Magic have four.
Orlando Magic Home Stats
6-4
232.70
117.10
115.60
5
5
Atlanta Hawks Away Stats
5-5
237.10
118.40
118.70
6
4
W-L = Wins-Losses
P = Avg. Points
PF = Avg. Points For
PA = Avg. Points Against
O232.5 = Games Over 232.5 Points
U232.5 = Games Under 232.5 Points
Team Stats
Latest regular season and playoff games stats.
Atlanta Hawks Stats
Orlando Magic Stats
8 wins and 2 defeats in the last 10 games
5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games on the road
3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 games
6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 home games
-4.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 7 of the last 10 games
-4.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 4 of the last 10 games on the road
+4.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 5 of the last 10 games
+4.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 8 of the last 10 home games
Game Totals: An average of 233.30 pts in the previous 10 games
Game Totals on the Road: An average of 237.10 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
Over 232.5: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games
Over 232.5 on the Road: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games on the road
Team Totals: Have scored an average of 121.50 pts and allowed 111.80 pts in the last 10 games
Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 118.40 pts and allowed 118.70 pts in the last 10 games on the road
Game Totals: An average of 235.60 pts in the previous 10 games
Game Totals at Home: An average of 232.70 pts in the previous 10 home games
Over 232.5: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games
Over 232.5 at Home: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 home games
Team Totals: Have scored an average of 113.60 pts and allowed 122.00 pts in the last 10 games
Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 117.10 pts and allowed 115.60 pts in the last 10 home games
Last 10 Games
2-Pointers Made: 29.50 (57%)
3-Pointers Made: 15.50 (37%)
Free Throws Made: 16.00 (79.6%)
Rebounds: Total 43.5, Offensive 12.20, Defensive 31.30
Assists: 30.10
Blocks: 4.00
Steals: 9.10
Turnovers : 13.00
Personal Fouls: 19.00
Last 10 Games on the Road
2-Pointers Made: 29.30 (54%)
3-Pointers Made: 14.20 (36%)
Free Throws Made: 17.20 (75.77%)
Rebounds: Total 42.9, Offensive 11.70, Defensive 31.20
Assists: 27.60
Blocks: 4.00
Steals: 9.50
Turnovers : 12.50
Personal Fouls: 20.20
Last 10 Games
2-Pointers Made: 26.70 (54%)
3-Pointers Made: 12.40 (33%)
Free Throws Made: 23.00 (86.47%)
Rebounds: Total 39.6, Offensive 10.00, Defensive 29.60
Assists: 24.00
Blocks: 2.00
Steals: 7.30
Turnovers : 15.60
Personal Fouls: 21.50
Last 10 Home Games
2-Pointers Made: 27.90 (54%)
3-Pointers Made: 12.30 (36%)
Free Throws Made: 24.40 (82.99%)
Rebounds: Total 42.1, Offensive 9.20, Defensive 32.90
Assists: 26.60
Blocks: 2.90
Steals: 7.60
Turnovers : 13.40
Personal Fouls: 21.20
Starting Lineups
Both teams’ confirmed lineups will be published ahead of tip-off. There is also the chance to look at the lineups from the previous 10 games.
Expert Analysis by Kyrone Jones
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