NBA Betting Preview: Magic vs Pelicans
The Orlando Magic face the New Orleans Pelicans in this NBA contest. Our betting preview features expert NBA predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, player stats, team news and confirmed starting lineups.
Pelicans to Cover the Line?
We’re confident of the Pelicans staying close to the Magic, with our prediction being that they’ll cover the spread. The +4.5 looks really generous at -112.
8 Magic Wins in Last 10 H2H Matchups
Orlando Magic triumphed in their previous game. It was on the road where Dallas Mavericks were beaten 138-127 at American Airlines Center. Wendell Carter Jr. poured in 28 points, with Desmond Bane contributing 27 and Tristan da Silva adding 19.
New Orleans Pelicans lost on the road in their last game, making it seven straight defeats. Sacramento Kings won 117-113 at Golden 1 Center. Offensively, Jeremiah Fears led the charge with 28, while Saddiq Bey contributed 20 and Jordan Hawkins 14.
Head-to-Head Statistics
The Magic beat the Pelicans in their last head-to-head matchup. It was a 128-118 scoreline at Kia Center. The Magic have eight straight wins against the Pelicans. They’ve also claimed 8 victories in the past 10 head-to-head matchups.
Magic
41
36
0.532
115.4
115.4
0
24-16
17-20
9-8
24-25
3-7
1W
Pelicans
25
53
0.321
114.9
119.4
-4.5
16-23
9-30
7-9
16-33
3-7
7L
Orlando Magic – Last 10 Games
The Magic have 3 wins and 7 losses in the past 10 games. They are averaging 114.2 points, 38.7 rebounds, 25.8 assists, 7.5 steals and 2.1 blocks while shooting 45.6% from the field and 85.3% from the free-throw line. The opposition have an average of 123.6 points and 41.7 rebounds per matchup.
Paolo Banchero is averaging 22.2 points, 6.6 rebounds and 5.5 assists, while Desmond Bane averages 2.2 (41.5%) 3-pointers made.
New Orleans Pelicans – Last 10 Games
The Pelicans have won 3 and lost 7 of their last 10 contests. Averaging 111.5 points, 41.2 rebounds, 26.2 assists, 8.9 steals and 6.2 blocks per game while shooting 46.9% from the field and 76.1% from the free-throw line. Their opponents have an average of 116.8 points and 46.3 rebounds.
Saddiq Bey is averaging 19.4 points and 3.1 (50.0%) 3-pointers made. Yves Missi has an average of 6.6 rebounds and Dejounte Murray 4.7 assists.
Orlando Magic vs New Orleans Pelicans Prediction & Picks
This Orlando Magic vs New Orleans Pelicans betting breakdown features a main match prediction, a correct score insight, expert player prop picks and a sharply constructed bet builder to guide your wagers.
Game Prediction
With Pelicans capable of remaining close to the favorites, backing them on the spread could be the way forward. Odds of -112 is available that the +4.5 is covered in this NBA showdown.
We only make our basketball predictions after confirming the latest NBA team news. Studying recent form and digging into the most relevant stats also helps us build a complete picture.
Key Magic vs Pelicans stats:
The +4.5 line has been covered by Pelicans in 7 of their last 10 games at home.The +4.5 line has been covered by Pelicans in 12 of their last 20 games.The -4.5 line hasn’t been covered by Magic in 9 of their last 10 games.The -4.5 line hasn’t been covered by Magic in 4 of their last 5 games.Pelicans +4.5 Probability
The odds at the top NBA sportsbooks suggest our pick has a 52.9% chance of winning. However, our cappers have this number between 55-60% based on their in-depth research. It is therefore regarded as a value bet.
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Player Prop Picks
Paolo Banchero (Magic) has an average of 15.8 points in the past 5 games. We’re expecting him to fall short when it comes to Player Points and there are odds of -114 available.
Latest Paolo Banchero Player Prop Odds
Zion Williamson (Pelicans) has failed to cover the Under 6.5 line in 9 of the past 10 games. Using this stat, we can take odds of -145 that this player prop bet falls short of the Shots on Goal line.
Latest Zion Williamson Player Prop Odds
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Correct Score Prediction
There are huge odds available when it comes to the Pelicans landing a 116-115 win. A close game is anticipated between two evenly-matched teams.
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Orlando Magic vs New Orleans Pelicans 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.
Magic Have the Shortest Odds to Win
Orlando Magic have the shortest price to win this NBA game, with the sportsbooks giving them a 65% probability due to their -185 Moneyline betting odds. For those wanting to back New Orleans Pelicans, you will find +154 about the underdogs.
The spread currently stands at 4.5 and the total points line is 235.5. There are many ways to wager on basketball including the Totals. If you fancy Under 235.5, then the odds are -110.
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Betting Lines & Odds
Moneyline
Point Spread
Total Points
Paolo Banchero Favorite to Score the Most Baskets
Paolo Banchero is the favorite to land the most baskets. You can back -118 that he gets Over 23.5 points. Alternatively, Under is trading at -109.
Player Points
Paolo Banchero (Magic)
Zion Williamson (Pelicans)
Desmond Bane (Magic)
Trey Murphy III (Pelicans)
Player Assists
Dejounte Murray (Pelicans)
Paolo Banchero (Magic)
Jalen Suggs (Magic)
Desmond Bane (Magic)
Zion Williamson (Pelicans)
Trey Murphy III (Pelicans)
Player Rebounds
Wendell Carter Jr (Magic)
Paolo Banchero (Magic)
Zion Williamson (Pelicans)
Trey Murphy III (Pelicans)
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Smoothie King Center
Pelicans With Seven Wins in Previous Ten Home Games
The Pelicans have gone 7-3 across their last 10 home games, scoring 118.30 points per contest and conceding 115.20.
The Magic have gone 6-4 across their last 10 road games, putting up 117.00 points on average and giving up 117.40.
The last time these teams met at Smoothie King Center, the Magic came out on top 113-93 against the Pelicans. In 10 meetings at Smoothie King Center, the Magic have eight wins to their name, with the Pelicans having two.
New Orleans Pelicans Home Stats
7-3
233.50
118.30
115.20
5
5
Orlando Magic Away Stats
6-4
234.40
117.00
117.40
5
5
W-L = Wins-Losses
P = Avg. Points
PF = Avg. Points For
PA = Avg. Points Against
O235.5 = Games Over 235.5 Points
U235.5 = Games Under 235.5 Points
Team Stats
Latest regular season and playoff games stats.
Orlando Magic Stats
New Orleans Pelicans Stats
3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 games
6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 games on the road
3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 games
7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 home games
-4.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 1 of the last 10 games
-4.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 3 of the last 10 games on the road
+4.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 4 of the last 10 games
+4.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 7 of the last 10 home games
Game Totals: An average of 237.80 pts in the previous 10 games
Game Totals on the Road: An average of 234.40 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
Over 235.5: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games
Over 235.5 on the Road: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games on the road
Team Totals: Have scored an average of 114.20 pts and allowed 123.60 pts in the last 10 games
Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 117.00 pts and allowed 117.40 pts in the last 10 games on the road
Game Totals: An average of 228.30 pts in the previous 10 games
Game Totals at Home: An average of 233.50 pts in the previous 10 home games
Over 235.5: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games
Over 235.5 at Home: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 home games
Team Totals: Have scored an average of 111.50 pts and allowed 116.80 pts in the last 10 games
Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 118.30 pts and allowed 115.20 pts in the last 10 home games
Last 10 Games
2-Pointers Made: 26.90 (54%)
3-Pointers Made: 12.00 (34%)
Free Throws Made: 24.40 (85.31%)
Rebounds: Total 38.7, Offensive 9.60, Defensive 29.10
Assists: 25.80
Blocks: 2.10
Steals: 7.50
Turnovers : 16.10
Personal Fouls: 22.20
Last 10 Games on the Road
2-Pointers Made: 29.90 (56%)
3-Pointers Made: 11.30 (33%)
Free Throws Made: 23.30 (82.33%)
Rebounds: Total 43.5, Offensive 10.90, Defensive 32.60
Assists: 26.20
Blocks: 2.70
Steals: 7.90
Turnovers : 14.70
Personal Fouls: 21.70
Last 10 Games
2-Pointers Made: 29.60 (53%)
3-Pointers Made: 11.50 (36%)
Free Throws Made: 17.80 (76.07%)
Rebounds: Total 41.2, Offensive 10.70, Defensive 30.50
Assists: 26.20
Blocks: 6.20
Steals: 8.90
Turnovers : 13.40
Personal Fouls: 18.20
Last 10 Home Games
2-Pointers Made: 31.40 (57%)
3-Pointers Made: 11.30 (35%)
Free Throws Made: 21.60 (75.79%)
Rebounds: Total 44.5, Offensive 11.30, Defensive 33.20
Assists: 25.20
Blocks: 6.90
Steals: 9.20
Turnovers : 13.40
Personal Fouls: 18.30
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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