Orlando Magic vs Golden State Warriors Preview
At 7:00 ET, the Orlando Magic (-214) will host the Golden State Warriors (+175) in a non-conference matchup. The over/under line is set at 217.5.
Golden State (37-34) is 10th in the Western Conference, while Orlando (42-29) is 5th in the East. The Magic are favored by 5.5 points.
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Orlando Magic vs Golden State Warriors Head-to-Head and Key Stats
In the last three head-to-head matchups, the Magic are averaging 120 points per game, compared to the Warriors at 117. These figures have led to Orlando posting a record of 2-1.
- Through their last ten road games, Golden State has an ATS record of just 7-3. However, their overall record was 7-3 while averaging 114 points per game.
- When looking at their past five home matchups, Orlando has an ATS record of 3-2 while averaging 99 per game. The team went 3-2 overall in these games.
- Going back to their previous five games as the underdog, Golden State has an ATS mark of 2-3 while going 2-3 straight up.
- Through their last five games as the favorite, the Magic have an ATS record of 4-1 and a straight up mark of 4-1.
Orlando Magic vs Golden State Warriors Prediction
In Golden State’s games this season, the average over/under line has been 232 points, which is higher than today’s line of 217.5. Overall, their games have averaged 234.7 points.
When looking at their ATS record, the Warriors are 38-32 for the season and 23-11 on the road. As underdogs, they are 15-9 vs. the spread and 15-21 ATS at home.
The Warriors covered the spread in their last game against the Heat, winning by a score of 113-92. They were favored by 5 points going into the game.
Golden State’s O/U record for the season is 35-35-1, with 68 of their games having higher over/under lines than 217.5. In games with higher lines, they are 34-33-1.
Currently, the Warriors are 10th in the Western Conference with a record of 37-34. In the Pacific Division, they are 5th. On the road, they are 19-15 compared to 18-19 at home.
When it comes to scoring, the Warriors are 7th in the league at 118.3 points per game. On the road, they are even better, averaging 118.6 points per game (3rd).
Golden State’s offense is known for its three-point shooting, as they are 2nd in the NBA in made threes at 14.8 per game. Overall, they are 8th in three-point shooting percentage (37%).
So far this season, the Warriors have outscored the NBA average in 57.7% of their games. In terms of pace, they are 8th in the league at 99.8 possessions per game.
So far, the Warriors’ defense is ranked 19th in the league at 116.5 points per contest. When it comes to defending inside the arc, the Warriors squad is permitting opposing teams to shoot at a clip of 54.2% inside the arc, and they’re also giving up 35.9% from downtown.
The Magic are 25-10 straight-up at home this season and are favored by 5.5 points against the Warriors. As the favorite, they are 23-7 ATS with an average scoring margin of +9.8 points per game.
Orlando’s O/U record for the season is 33-38, and 51 of their games have had higher over/under lines than today’s line of 217.5. On average, their games have finished with 219.6 points.
Orlando’s last game finished with a scoring total of 216 points, which was below the O/U line of 219.5. They also lost to the Kings by a score of 109-107. The Magic were favored by 2.5 points going into the game, resulting in an ATS loss.
In the Eastern Conference standings, the Magic are currently in 5th place with a record of 42-29. In games against other Eastern Conference teams, they are 30-17 and 9-6 against their division.
This season, the Magic have gone 47-24 ATS, including a record of 22-14 on the road and 25-10 at home. Their O/U record for the season is 33-38.
At home, the Magic are averaging 113.7 points per game, which is 18th in the NBA. Overall, they are 26th in scoring at 110.8 points per game. Orlando has outscored the NBA scoring average in just 35.2% of their games this season.
When it comes to pace, the Magic are 25th in the league at 96.9 possessions per game. In terms of field goal percentage, they are 13th in the NBA at 47%. However, Orlando is just 21st in three-point shooting at 35%.
One area where the Magic have excelled this season is getting to the free-throw line. They lead the NBA with 24.7 free-throw attempts per game. In terms of assists, Orlando is 26th with 24.7 per game.
Orlando’s defense has been playing well, ranking 3rd in the NBA with 108.8 points allowed per game. Most recently, the Magic’s defense put together a solid performance, giving up just 109 points to the Kings.
Despite being 5.5 point underdogs, we predict the Warriors to come out on top with a final score of 110-108.
Orlando Magic vs Golden State Warriors Betting Tips
- We like the Warriors on the moneyline (+175)
- The Warriors are also our pick on the spread at +5.5
- Projecting a combined 218 points, we like the over
Orlando Magic Injury Report
- Gary Harris – Foot – Questionable
- Caleb Houstan – Ankle – Questionable
Golden State Warriors Injury Report
- Trayce Jackson-Davis – Knee – Questionable
