Orlando Magic vs New York Knicks Preview
At 7:00 ET, the New York Knicks (33-21) will take on the Orlando Magic (29-25) in an Eastern Conference matchup. The Knicks are currently on a three-game losing streak and are the underdogs in this game (+124), while the Magic are favored (-150) by three points.
This game will be played at the Kia Center in Orlando and can be seen on BSF. The over/under line for this game is currently set at 213 points.
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Orlando Magic vs New York Knicks Head-to-Head and Key Stats
Across the previous three matchups between New York and Orlando, the Magic have played well, sitting at 3-0. However, the average point differential between the two teams has been been close, with Orlando averaging 108 points and New York at 102.
- New York has played well in their previous three road games, going 2-1 straight up. In this stretch, they averaged 108 points per game while allowing 100. The team also performed well vs the spread at 2-1.
- In their last three home games, Orlando has averaged 104 points per game while allowing 108. The team’s record in this stretch was 2-1 while going 2-1 vs. the spread.
- Going back to their last ten games as the underdog, the Knicks have a straight up record of 4-6. But, their mark vs the spread was just 4-6.
- Going back to their last ten games as the favorite, the Magic have a straight up record of 7-3. But, their mark vs the spread was just 7-3.
Orlando Magic vs New York Knicks Prediction
The Knicks have an O/U record of 21-32-1 for the season, and the under has hit in their last two games. Today’s O/U line is set at 213.
New York is 8-14 as the underdog this season and has gone 10-12 ATS as the underdog. They have lost their last three games straight up and are 31-23 ATS overall.
In their last game, the Knicks lost to the Rockets by a score of 105-103. They were 1-point underdogs going into the game and are now 4th in the Eastern Conference and 2nd in the Atlantic Division.
On the road, the Knicks are 15-12 straight up and 14-13 vs. the spread. Their average scoring differential on the road is +2.2 PPG.
In their games this season, the Knicks have an average O/U line of 226.1, and the average combined scoring is 224.6. Today’s line of 213 is the 3rd lowest of their games this season.
So far this season, the Knicks have been a below-average offensive team, ranking 16th in the league with 114.8 points per game. However, they have been slightly better on the road, averaging 115.3 points per game compared to 114.2 at home.
New York has been a below-average three-point shooting team, hitting 36% of their attempts from beyond the arc (15th). On average, they are making 13 threes per game (14th).
When it comes to two-point shooting, the Knicks have made 53% of their attempts (23rd). Overall, they are shooting 46% from the field (21st).
Coming into today’s game, the Knicks’ defense is giving up an average of 109.8 points per contest. For the season, New York is ranked 26th in fewest fouls per game. Team’s are averaging 20.4 free-throws per game vs. the Knicks and have an overall field goal percentage of 47.1%.
Orlando’s O/U streak is at four games, and their games this season have averaged 222.7 points per game. Today’s O/U line is set at 213 points.
In their last game against the Thunder, the Magic lost by a score of 127-113. The combined scoring total was 240 points, and the O/U line was 223.5.
Orlando’s ATS record for the season is 35-19, including a 17-8 record at home and 18-11 on the road. As the favorite, they are 13-4 vs. the spread and have covered in their last four games. As the favorite, they have a scoring margin of +9.2 PPG.
Currently, the Magic are 8th in the Eastern Conference with a record of 29-25. In the Southeast Division, they are 2nd. This year, they are 19-14 against other teams in the East and 10-11 in non-conference play.
At home, the Magic are averaging 114.5 points per game (19th). Overall, they are 26th in the league at 111.6 points per game. In terms of field goal percentage, Orlando is 20th at 47%. They are 22nd in pace at 98 possessions per game.
When it comes to three-point shooting, the Magic are last in the NBA in three-pointers made per game (10.9) and 29th in three-point shooting percentage (34%). However, they are 5th in free throws made per game (19.6) and 2nd in free throw attempts (25.9).
So far this season, Orlando has outscored the NBA scoring average in 33.3% of their games. In terms of assists, they are 25th with 24.9 per game. In terms of offensive rebounds, the Magic are 10th with 11.1 per game.
Orlando’s defense has been playing well, ranking 7th in the NBA with 111.1 points allowed per game. When it comes to forced turnovers, the Magic are forcing 13.9 per game, which is 22nd in the league. They also come into the game sitting 16th in blocked shots at 5.2 per game.
Based on our analysis, we foresee the Magic winning the game with a predicted score of 137-100.
Orlando Magic vs New York Knicks Betting Tips
- Take the Magic on the moneyline
- The Magic should also cover at -3
- Projecting a combined 237 points, we like the over
Orlando Magic Injury Report
No Injuries Reported
New York Knicks Injury Report
- Julius Randle – Shoulder – Out
- OG Anunoby – Elbow – Out
- Isaiah Hartenstein – Achilles – Questionable
- Donte DiVincenzo – Hamstring – Questionable
- Mitchell Robinson – Ankle – Out
