NBA Pick of the Week: Indiana vs. Orlando — Wednesday, April 16

Indiana vs. Orlando — Wednesday, April 16


This Wednesday marks the final day of regular season games in the NBA
and while the overall playoff picture in both conferences is pretty
much set, a few teams are still jockeying for position for a run at
winning a world title. The team at the top of that list is the Indiana
Pacers, who need to win their final game of the year this Wednesday
against Orlando to secure the No. 1 seed and home-court advantage in the
East all the way through the conference finals.





The Pacers had been able to keep Miami at bay all year long for the
top spot in the conference standings but a late-season swoon that
includes a very pedestrian 9-13 straight-up record in their last 22
games has really made things far too close for comfort down the stretch.





After going back and forth with the Heat for the past month or so in
the standings, this past Sunday’s 102-97 victory over Oklahoma City put
them just one more SU victory away from achieving their season-long
goal. Indiana closed as a one-point home underdog against the Thunder on
BetAnySports’ betting line.
It is now covered in two of its last three games after going a costly
1-11 against the spread in its previous 12 contest. The total went OVER
the 192-point closing line against the Thunder and it has now gone OVER
in its last six games.





Orlando has absolutely nothing to play for on Wednesday night other
than finally putting another dismal season to rest. Coming into Monday
night’s game against Chicago as 12-point road underdogs on BetAnySports’
current betting line, the Magic have just four SU victories in their
last 18 games. They have covered in three of their last four outings
after going 3-6 ATS in their previous nine games. The total has stayed
UNDER in four of their last five contests.





The Magic already lost Nikola Vucevic with a sore Achilles and Jameer
Nelson is listed as questionable heading into Monday night’s tilt
against the Bulls. Orlando has averaged 96.7 points per game this season
with Arron Affalo leading the way (18.5 points per game) and it is
shooting 44.5 percent from the field. Defensively, it is holding
opponents to an average of 101.9 points, which is ranked 18^th in the NBA.





The motivation to win this game remains extremely high for Indiana
assuming that the Heat can get by Washington on the road this Monday
night. If the Heat lose that game, this matchup suddenly becomes
meaningless, but I do not see that being the case. Take the Pacers and
lay the points if they still need to win to this game to clinch the top
spot in the East.




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NBA Pick of the Week: Indiana vs. Orlando — Wednesday, April 16

NBA Preview: Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Orlando Magic

The Oklahoma City Thunder and the Orlando Magic will both be trying to pick up a win on Thursday when they battle at Amway Center.

Oddsmakers currently have the Thunder listed as 1-point favorites versus the Magic, while the game's total is sitting at 192.

The Thunder were a 92-88 winner in their most recent outing on the road against the 76ers. They covered the 3-point spread as favorites, while the total score (180) made winners of UNDER bettors.

Orlando won its last outing, a 102-95 result against the Wizards on February 29. The Magic failed to cover in that game as an 8.5-point favorite, while the 197 combined points took the game OVER the total.

Oklahoma City: Team record: 28-7 SU, 20-15 ATS Current streak: won 6 straight games.

is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games The total has gone UNDER in 6 of last 7 games when playing on the road against Orlando The total has gone UNDER in 9 of last 12 games when playing Orlando is 11-5 SU in its last 16 games on the road

When playing on Thursday are 2-8 Before playing Atlanta are 6-4 After playing Philadelphia are 4-6 After a win are 7-3

Orlando: Team record: 23-13 SU, 20-16 ATS

is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games when playing at home against Oklahoma City The total has gone UNDER in 6 of last 7 games when playing at home against Oklahoma City is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games at home is 7-2 SU in its last 9 games

When playing on Thursday are 9-1 Before playing Milwaukee are 5-5 After playing Washington are 5-5 After a win are 6-4

Next up: Oklahoma City at Atlanta, Saturday, March 3 Orlando home to Milwaukee, Saturday, March 3

NBA Preview: Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Orlando Magic

NBA Southeast Division Preview: Orlando Magic vs. Miami Heat

The Orlando Magic and the Miami Heat will meet on the court at AmericanAirlines Arena on Sunday in a battle of division rivals.

Oddsmakers currently have the Heat listed as 9-point favorites versus the Magic, while the game's total is sitting at 191.

Last time out for Orlando, they were a 94-85 winner as they battled the Bucks at home. The Magic covered in the match as a 7.5-point favorite, while 179 combined points moved the game UNDER for totals bettors.

Last time out for Miami, they were a 111-87 winner as they battled the Cavaliers on the road. The Heat covered in the match as a 9.5-point favorite, while 198 combined points moved the game UNDER for totals bettors.

Orlando: Team record: 20-11 SU, 18-13 ATS Current streak: won 4 straight games.

is 5-1 SU in its last 6 games is 17-5 SU in its last 22 games when playing Miami is 8-3 SU in its last 11 games when playing on the road against Miami is 7-3 SU in its last 10 games on the road

When playing on Sunday are 7-3 Before playing Milwaukee are 5-5 After playing Milwaukee are 8-2 After a win are 5-5

Miami: Team record: 24-7 SU, 16-15 ATS Current streak: won 5 straight games.

is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games at home The total has gone UNDER in 6 of last 7 games at home The total has gone UNDER in 6 of last 9 games

When playing on Sunday are 6-4 Before playing Sacramento are 5-5 After playing Cleveland are 7-3 After a win are 8-2

Next up: Orlando at Milwaukee, Monday, February 20 Miami home to Sacramento, Tuesday, February 21

NBA Southeast Division Preview: Orlando Magic vs. Miami Heat

NBA Preview: Philadelphia 76ers vs. Orlando Magic

The fans at Amway Center will be treated to a game between the Philadelphia 76ers and the Orlando Magic when they take their seats on Wednesday.

Oddsmakers currently have the Magic listed as 3-point favorites versus the 76ers, while the game's total is sitting at 178.

In their last action, Philadelphia was a 98-89 winner on the road against the Bobcats. They failed to cover the 12-point spread as favorites, while the combined score (187) was profitable news for OVER bettors.

The Magic were a 102-89 winner in their most recent outing at home against the Timberwolves. They covered the 4.5-point spread as favorites, while the total score (191) made winners of OVER bettors.

Philadelphia: Team record: 20-9 SU, 19-10 ATS Current streak: won 2 straight games.

The total has gone UNDER in 5 of last 5 games when playing Orlando is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games on the road The total has gone OVER in 4 of last 5 games on the road is 8-3 SU in its last 11 games

When playing on Wednesday are 8-2 Before playing Dallas are 4-6 After playing Charlotte are 3-7 After a win are 5-5

Orlando: Team record: 18-11 SU, 16-13 ATS Current streak: won 2 straight games.

The total has gone UNDER in 5 of last 5 games when playing Philadelphia is 10-2 SU in its last 12 games when playing Philadelphia is 5-1 SU in its last 6 games when playing at home against Philadelphia is 6-2 SU in its last 8 games

When playing on Wednesday are 8-2 Before playing Milwaukee are 5-5 After playing Minnesota are 6-4 After a win are 5-5

Next up: Philadelphia home to Dallas, Friday, February 17 Orlando home to Milwaukee, Friday, February 17

NBA Preview: Philadelphia 76ers vs. Orlando Magic

NBA Preview: Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Orlando Magic

The Minnesota Timberwolves and the Orlando Magic will both be trying to pick up a win on Monday when they battle at Amway Center.

Oddsmakers currently have the Magic listed as 5-point favorites versus the Timberwolves, while the game's total is sitting at 190.

Minnesota lost its last outing, a 100-98 result against the Knicks on February 11. The Timberwolves failed to cover in that game as a 6.5-point favorite, while the 198 combined points took the game OVER the total.

Orlando won its last outing, a 99-94 result against the Bucks on February 11. The Magic covered in that game as a 1.5-point favorite, while the 193 combined points took the game OVER the total.

Minnesota: Team record: 13-15 SU, 15-13 ATS Current streak: lost 3 straight games.

The total has gone OVER in 5 of last 6 games on the road The total has gone OVER in 10 of last 14 games The total has gone UNDER in 5 of last 7 games when playing Orlando is 4-2 SU in its last 6 games on the road

When playing on Monday are 2-8 Before playing Charlotte are 0-10 After playing New York are 3-7 After a loss are 6-4

Orlando: Team record: 17-11 SU, 15-13 ATS

is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games when playing Minnesota is 5-2 SU in its last 7 games The total has gone OVER in 5 of last 7 games at home The total has gone UNDER in 5 of last 7 games when playing Minnesota

When playing on Monday are 7-3 Before playing Philadelphia are 6-4 After playing Milwaukee are 8-2 After a win are 5-5

Next up: Minnesota home to Charlotte, Wednesday, February 15 Orlando home to Philadelphia, Wednesday, February 15

NBA Preview: Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Orlando Magic

NBA Preview: Miami Heat vs. Orlando Magic

The division rival Miami Heat and Orlando Magic are set to renew hostilities on Wednesday when they meet at Amway Center.

Oddsmakers currently have the Heat listed as 4½-point favorites versus the Magic, while the game's total is sitting at 191.

Last time out for Miami, they were a 107-91 winner as they battled the Cavaliers at home. The Heat covered in the match as a 13.5-point favorite, while 198 combined points moved the game UNDER for totals bettors.

Orlando lost its last outing, a 107-102 result against the Clippers on February 6. The Magic failed to cover in that game as a 1.5-point underdog, while the 209 combined points took the game OVER the total.

Miami: Team record: 19-6 SU, 11-14 ATS Current streak: won 3 straight games.

is 8-1 SU in its last 9 games The total has gone OVER in 4 of last 5 games when playing on the road against Orlando The total has gone OVER in 6 of last 8 games on the road The total has gone UNDER in 5 of last 7 games

When playing on Wednesday are 7-3 Before playing Washington are 5-5 After playing Cleveland are 8-2 After a win are 8-2

Orlando: Team record: 15-10 SU, 13-12 ATS

The total has gone OVER in 5 of last 5 games at home is 8-2 SU in its last 10 games when playing at home against Miami The total has gone OVER in 4 of last 5 games when playing at home against Miami is 16-5 SU in its last 21 games when playing Miami

When playing on Wednesday are 8-2 Before playing Atlanta are 4-6 After playing LA Clippers are 6-4 After a loss are 7-3

Next up: Miami at Washington, Friday, February 10 Orlando home to Atlanta, Friday, February 10

NBA Preview: Miami Heat vs. Orlando Magic

NBA Preview: Los Angeles Clippers vs. Orlando Magic

The Los Angeles Clippers and the Orlando Magic will both be trying to pick up a win on Monday when they battle at Amway Center.

Oddsmakers currently have the Clippers listed as 1½-point favorites versus the Magic, while the game's total is sitting at 190.

In their last action, Los Angeles was a 107-81 winner on the road against the Wizards. They covered the 8.5-point spread as favorites, while the combined score (188) was profitable news for UNDER bettors.

In their last action, Orlando was an 85-81 winner on the road against the Pacers. They covered the 5-point spread as underdogs, while the combined score (166) was profitable news for UNDER bettors.

Los Angeles: Team record: 14-7 SU, 12-8-1 ATS

LA Clippers are 5-1 SU in their last 6 games The total has gone UNDER in 5 of the LA Clippers last 7 games when playing Orlando The total has gone OVER in 5 of the LA Clippers last 7 games on the road The total has gone OVER in 11 of the LA Clippers last 16 games when playing on the road against Orlando

When playing on Monday are 4-6 Before playing Cleveland are 2-8 After playing Washington are 2-8 After a win are 5-5

Orlando: Team record: 15-9 SU, 13-11 ATS Current streak: won 3 straight games.

is 5-0 SU in their last 5 games when playing LA Clippers is 5-0 SU in their last 5 games when playing at home against LA Clippers The total has gone OVER in 4 of last 5 games at home is 10-4 SU in its last 14 games at home

When playing on Monday are 5-5 Before playing Miami are 7-3 After playing Indiana are 4-6 After a win are 6-4

Next up: LA Clippers at Cleveland, Wednesday, February 8 Orlando home to Miami, Wednesday, February 8

NBA Preview: Los Angeles Clippers vs. Orlando Magic

NBA Preview: Indiana Pacers vs. Orlando Magic

The fans at Amway Center will be treated to a game between the Indiana Pacers and the Orlando Magic when they take their seats on Sunday.

Orlando is currently a 3 point favorite and the total is posted at 180.

Indiana lost its last outing, a 94-87 result against the Celtics on January 27. The Pacers failed to cover in that game as a 4-point favorite, while the 181 combined points took the game OVER the total.

In their last action, Orlando was a 93-67 loser on the road against the Hornets. They failed to cover the 3.5-point spread as favorites, while the combined score (160) was profitable news for UNDER bettors.

Indiana: Team record: 12-6 SU, 10-8 ATS

is 6-3 SU in its last 9 games The total has gone UNDER in 8 of last 12 games is 4-2 SU in its last 6 games on the road The total has gone UNDER in 6 of last 9 games when playing Orlando

When playing on Sunday are 3-7 Before playing New Jersey are 6-4 After playing Boston are 6-4 After a loss are 6-4

Orlando: Team record: 12-7 SU, 10-9 ATS Current streak: lost 2 straight games.

is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games when playing at home against Indiana is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games when playing Indiana The total has gone UNDER in 5 of last 6 games at home is 8-3 SU in its last 11 games at home

When playing on Sunday are 5-5 Before playing Philadelphia are 6-4 After playing New Orleans are 6-4 After a loss are 8-2

Next up: Indiana home to New Jersey, Tuesday, January 31 Orlando at Philadelphia, Monday, January 30

NBA Preview: Indiana Pacers vs. Orlando Magic

NBA Preview: Boston Celtics vs. Orlando Magic

The Boston Celtics and the Orlando Magic will both be gunning for a victory on Thursday when they meet at Amway Center.

Oddsmakers currently have the Magic listed as 10-point favorites versus the Celtics, while the game's total is sitting at 174.

The Magic were a 102-83 winner in their most recent outing on the road against the Pacers. They covered the 3.5-point spread as underdogs, while the total score (185) made winners of OVER bettors.

Boston: Team record: 7-9 SU, 8-8 ATS Current streak: won 2 straight games.

The total has gone UNDER in 9 of last 10 games is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games when playing Orlando The total has gone UNDER in 4 of last 5 games when playing Orlando The total has gone OVER in 7 of last 9 games on the road

When playing on Thursday are 5-5 Before playing Indiana are 4-6 After playing Orlando are 5-5 After a win are 6-4

Orlando: Team record: 12-5 SU, 10-7 ATS

The total has gone UNDER in 5 of last 5 games at home The total has gone UNDER in 4 of last 5 games The total has gone UNDER in 4 of last 5 games when playing Boston is 8-2 SU in its last 10 games at home

When playing on Thursday are 9-1 Before playing New Orleans are 9-1 After playing Indiana are 5-5 After a win are 6-4

Next up: Boston home to Indiana, Friday, January 27 Orlando at New Orleans, Friday, January 27

NBA Preview: Boston Celtics vs. Orlando Magic

NBA Preview: Orlando Magic vs. Indiana Pacers

The fans at Conseco Fieldhouse will be treated to a game between the Orlando Magic and the Indiana Pacers when they take their seats on Tuesday.

Oddsmakers currently have the Pacers listed as 3-point favorites versus the Magic, while the game's total is sitting at 183.

Last time out for Orlando, they were an 87-56 loser as they battled the Celtics on the road. The Magic failed to cover in the match as a 7-point favorite, while 143 combined points moved the game UNDER for totals bettors.

In their last action, Indiana was a 98-96 winner on the road against the Lakers. They covered the 5-point spread as underdogs, while the combined score (194) was profitable news for OVER bettors.

Orlando: Team record: 11-5 SU, 9-7 ATS

is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games when playing Indiana The total has gone UNDER in 4 of last 5 games is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games on the road The total has gone OVER in 4 of last 5 games on the road

When playing on Tuesday are 5-5 Before playing Boston are 7-3 After playing Boston are 7-3 After a loss are 9-1

Indiana: Team record: 11-4 SU, 9-6 ATS Current streak: won 2 straight games.

is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games at home The total has gone UNDER in 5 of last 5 games at home is 5-1 SU in its last 6 games The total has gone UNDER in 7 of last 9 games

When playing on Tuesday are 4-6 Before playing Chicago are 3-7 After playing LA Lakers are 5-5 After a win are 6-4

Next up: Orlando home to Boston, Thursday, January 26 Indiana at Chicago, Wednesday, January 25

NBA Preview: Orlando Magic vs. Indiana Pacers

NBA Preview: Orlando Magic vs. Boston Celtics

The Orlando Magic and the Boston Celtics will both be trying to pick up a win on Monday when they battle at TD Garden.

Odds aren't yet posted for this game, so check back later for the opening line and total.

Orlando won its last outing, a 92-80 result against the Lakers on January 20. The Magic covered in that game as a 3-point favorite, while the 172 combined points took the game UNDER the total.

The Celtics were a 100-94 winner in their most recent outing on the road against the Wizards. They covered the 4-point spread as favorites, while the total score (194) made winners of OVER bettors.

Orlando: Team record: 11-4 SU, 9-6 ATS

is 6-1 SU in its last 7 games is 5-1 SU in its last 6 games on the road The total has gone OVER in 4 of last 5 games on the road The total has gone UNDER in 7 of last 9 games when playing on the road against Boston

When playing on Monday are 7-3 Before playing Indiana are 5-5 After playing LA Lakers are 7-3 After a win are 7-3

Boston: Team record: 6-9 SU, 7-8 ATS

The total has gone UNDER in 5 of last 5 games at home The total has gone UNDER in 8 of last 9 games is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games when playing at home against Orlando The total has gone UNDER in 7 of last 9 games when playing at home against Orlando

When playing on Monday are 8-2 Before playing are 7-3 After playing Washington are 7-3 After a win are 6-4

Next up: Orlando at Indiana, Tuesday, January 24 Boston at Orlando, Thursday, January 26

NBA Preview: Orlando Magic vs. Boston Celtics

NBA Preview: Los Angeles Lakers vs. Orlando Magic

The Los Angeles Lakers and the Orlando Magic will both be trying to pick up a win on Friday when they battle at Amway Center.

Orlando is a 4.5 point favorite and the total is posted at 181.

Los Angeles was a 98-87 loser in its last match on the road against the Heat. They failed to cover the 5.5-point spread as underdogs, while the total score of 185 sent UNDER bettors to the payout window.

Orlando lost its last outing, an 85-83 result against the Spurs on January 18. The Magic failed to cover in that game as a 5-point favorite, while the 168 combined points took the game UNDER the total.

Los Angeles: Team record: 10-6 SU, 7-9 ATS

The total has gone UNDER in 5 of the LA Lakers last 5 games when playing Orlando The total has gone UNDER in 4 of the LA Lakers last 5 games when playing on the road against Orlando LA Lakers are 6-2 SU in their last 8 games The total has gone UNDER in 5 of the LA Lakers last 7 games

When playing on Friday are 9-1 Before playing Indiana are 9-1 After playing Miami are 6-4 After a loss are 6-4

Orlando: Team record: 10-4 SU, 8-6 ATS

The total has gone UNDER in 5 of last 5 games when playing LA Lakers is 5-1 SU in its last 6 games The total has gone UNDER in 5 of last 6 games at home The total has gone UNDER in 4 of last 5 games when playing at home against LA Lakers

When playing on Friday are 7-3 Before playing Boston are 6-4 After playing San Antonio are 8-2 After a loss are 8-2

Next up: LA Lakers home to Indiana, Sunday, January 22 Orlando at Boston, Monday, January 23

NBA Preview: Los Angeles Lakers vs. Orlando Magic

NBA Preview: San Antonio Spurs vs. Orlando Magic

The fans at Amway Center will be treated to a game between the San Antonio Spurs and the Orlando Magic when they take their seats on Wednesday.

Oddsmakers currently have the Magic listed as 6-point favorites versus the Spurs, while the game's total is sitting at 194.

Last time out for San Antonio, they were a 120-98 loser as they battled the Heat on the road. The Spurs failed to cover in the match as a 7-point underdog, while 218 combined points moved the game OVER for totals bettors.

Last time out for Orlando, they were a 96-89 winner as they battled the Bobcats at home. The Magic failed to cover in the match as a 12.5-point favorite, while 185 combined points moved the game UNDER for totals bettors.

San Antonio: Team record: 9-5 SU, 6-8 ATS

The total has gone OVER in 5 of last 5 games when playing Orlando The total has gone OVER in 6 of last 7 games on the road The total has gone OVER in 5 of last 6 games when playing on the road against Orlando is 6-3 SU in its last 9 games

When playing on Wednesday are 5-5 Before playing Sacramento are 7-3 After playing Miami are 6-4 After a loss are 6-4

Orlando: Team record: 10-3 SU, 8-5 ATS Current streak: won 5 straight games.

is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games The total has gone OVER in 5 of last 5 games when playing San Antonio is 7-1 SU in its last 8 games at home The total has gone OVER in 5 of last 6 games when playing at home against San Antonio

When playing on Wednesday are 6-4 Before playing LA Lakers are 5-5 After playing Charlotte are 8-2 After a win are 7-3

Next up: San Antonio home to Sacramento, Friday, January 20 Orlando home to LA Lakers, Friday, January 20

NBA Preview: San Antonio Spurs vs. Orlando Magic

NBA Preview: Orlando Magic vs. Portland Trail Blazers

The Orlando Magic and the Portland Trail Blazers will both be gunning for a victory on Wednesday when they meet at Rose Garden.

Oddsmakers currently have the Trail Blazers listed as 3½-point favorites versus the Magic, while the game's total is sitting at 185.

Orlando won its last outing, a 104-97 result against the Kings on January 8. The Magic covered in that game as a 6.5-point favorite, while the 201 combined points took the game OVER the total.

In their last action, Portland was a 105-97 winner at home against the Clippers. They covered the 5.5-point spread as favorites, while the combined score (202) was profitable news for OVER bettors.

Orlando: Team record: 6-3 SU, 5-4 ATS

The total has gone UNDER in 7 of last 8 games on the road The total has gone UNDER in 4 of last 5 games when playing on the road against Portland The total has gone UNDER in 4 of last 5 games when playing Portland The total has gone UNDER in 11 of last 14 games

When playing on Wednesday are 3-7 Before playing Golden State are 10-0 After playing Sacramento are 7-3 After a win are 4-6

Portland: Team record: 7-2 SU, 6-3 ATS Current streak: won 2 straight games.

is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games at home is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games The total has gone UNDER in 4 of last 5 games when playing Orlando The total has gone UNDER in 4 of last 5 games when playing at home against Orlando

When playing on Wednesday are 6-4 Before playing San Antonio are 5-5 After playing LA Clippers are 6-4 After a win are 6-4

Next up: Orlando at Golden State, Thursday, January 12 Portland at San Antonio, Friday, January 13

NBA Preview: Orlando Magic vs. Portland Trail Blazers

NBA Preview: Chicago Bulls vs. Orlando Magic

The Chicago Bulls and the Orlando Magic will both be gunning for a victory on Friday when they meet at Amway Center.

Oddsmakers currently have the Magic listed as 1-point favorites versus the Bulls, while the game's total is sitting at 182.

In their last action, Chicago was a 99-83 winner on the road against the Pistons. They covered the 6.5?point spread as favorites, while the combined score (182) was profitable news for OVER bettors.

Orlando was a 103-85 winner in its last match at home against the Wizards. They covered the 13?point spread as favorites, while the total score of 188 sent UNDER bettors to the payout window.

Chicago: Team record: 6-1 SU, 4-3 ATS Current streak: won 5 straight games.

is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games The total has gone UNDER in 7 of last 8 games when playing on the road against Orlando The total has gone UNDER in 5 of last 6 games when playing Orlando is 4-1 SU in its last 5 games on the road

When playing on Friday are 8-2 Before playing Atlanta are 8-2 After playing Detroit are 6-4 After a win are 7-3

Orlando: Team record: 5-2 SU, 4-3 ATS

is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games at home The total has gone UNDER in 7 of last 8 games when playing at home against Chicago is 5-1 SU in its last 6 games The total has gone UNDER in 10 of last 12 games

When playing on Friday are 5-5 Before playing Sacramento are 6-4 After playing Washington are 6-4 After a win are 5-5

Next up: Chicago at Atlanta, Saturday, January 7 Orlando at Sacramento, Sunday, January 8

NBA Preview: Chicago Bulls vs. Orlando Magic

NBA Christmas Day Preview: Orlando Magic vs. Oklahoma City Thunder

The Orlando Magic and the Oklahoma City Thunder will both be gunning for a victory on Sunday when they meet at Chesapeake Energy Arena.

Oddsmakers currently have the Thunder listed as 7½-point favorites versus the Magic, while the game's total is sitting at 195.

Orlando lost its last outing, an 84-81 result against the Hawks on April 28. The Magic failed to cover in that game as a 1.5-point favorite, while the 165 combined points took the game UNDER the total.

The Thunder were a 100-96 loser in their most recent outing on the road against the Mavericks. They covered the 6.5?point spread as underdogs, while the total score (196) made winners of UNDER bettors.

Orlando: Team record: 52-30 SU, 34-46-2 ATS

The total has gone UNDER in 5 of last 5 games is 9-2 SU in its last 11 games when playing Oklahoma City The total has gone UNDER in 4 of last 5 games on the road The total has gone UNDER in 11 of last 15 games when playing Oklahoma City

When playing on Sunday are 6-4 Before playing Houston are 6-4 After playing Atlanta are 3-7 After a loss are 8-2

Oklahoma City: Team record: 55-27 SU, 43-38-1 ATS Current streak: lost 3 straight games.

is 16-5 SU in its last 21 games at home The total has gone UNDER in 11 of last 15 games when playing Orlando is 12-5 SU in its last 17 games when playing at home against Orlando The total has gone OVER in 4 of last 6 games

When playing on Sunday are 2-8 Before playing Minnesota are 6-4 After playing Dallas are 7-3 After a loss are 7-3

Next up: Orlando home to Houston, Monday, December 26 Oklahoma City at Minnesota, Monday, December 26

NBA Christmas Day Preview: Orlando Magic vs. Oklahoma City Thunder

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The division rival Atlanta Hawks and Orlando Magic are set to renew hostilities on Tuesday when they meet at Amway Center.

Oddsmakers currently have the Magic listed as 7-point favorites versus the Hawks, while the game's total is sitting at 177½.

Orlando was an 88-85 loser in its last match on the road against the Hawks. They failed to cover the 1.5?point spread as favorites, while the total score of 173 sent UNDER bettors to the payout window.

Atlanta: Team record: 44-38 SU, 37-45 ATS

The total has gone UNDER in 9 of last 10 games when playing Orlando The total has gone UNDER in 6 of last 7 games is 6-1 SU in its last 7 games when playing Orlando The total has gone UNDER in 6 of last 8 games when playing on the road against Orlando

When playing on Tuesday are 3-7 Before playing Orlando are 3-7 After playing Orlando are 5-5 After a win are 5-5

Orlando: Team record: 52-30 SU, 34-46-2 ATS

The total has gone UNDER in 9 of last 10 games when playing Atlanta The total has gone UNDER in 5 of last 6 games The total has gone UNDER in 8 of last 10 games at home is 7-2 SU in its last 9 games when playing at home against Atlanta

When playing on Tuesday are 9-1 Before playing are 5-5 After playing are 4-6 After a loss are 7-3

Next up: Atlanta home to Orlando, Thursday, April 28 Orlando at Atlanta, Thursday, April 28

NBA Playoff Preview: Atlanta Hawks vs. Orlando Magic

The fans at Amway Center will be treated to a game between the Atlanta Hawks and the Orlando Magic when they take their seats on Saturday.

Oddsmakers currently have the Magic listed as 8½-point favorites versus the Hawks, while the game's total is sitting at 179½.

Atlanta lost its last outing, a 96-85 result against the Bobcats on April 13. The Hawks failed to cover in that game as a 1.5-point underdog, while the 181 combined points took the game UNDER the total.

Last time out for Orlando, they were a 92-74 winner as they battled the Pacers at home. The Magic covered in the match as a 5.5-point favorite, while 166 combined points moved the game UNDER for totals bettors.

Atlanta: Team record: 44-38 SU, 37-45 ATS

The total has gone UNDER in 5 of last 5 games when playing Orlando The total has gone UNDER in 5 of last 6 games when playing on the road against Orlando The total has gone UNDER in 4 of last 5 games The total has gone UNDER in 11 of last 15 games on the road

When playing on Saturday are 5-5 Before playing Orlando are 3-7 After playing Charlotte are 5-5 After a loss are 3-7

Orlando: Team record: 52-30 SU, 34-46-2 ATS

The total has gone UNDER in 5 of last 5 games when playing Atlanta The total has gone UNDER in 7 of last 8 games at home is 6-1 SU in its last 7 games when playing at home against Atlanta The total has gone UNDER in 5 of last 6 games when playing at home against Atlanta

When playing on Saturday are 8-2 Before playing are 7-3 After playing Indiana are 5-5 After a win are 6-4

Next up: Atlanta at Orlando, Tuesday, April 19 Orlando home to Atlanta, Tuesday, April 19

NBA Playoffs Preview: Atlanta Hawks vs. Orlando Magic

The Orlando Magic and the Philadelphia 76ers will both be trying to pick up a win on Monday when they battle at Wells Fargo Center.

Oddsmakers currently have the 76ers listed as 1½-point favorites versus the Magic, while the game's total is sitting at 191.

Orlando lost its last outing, a 102-99 result against the Bulls on April 10. The Magic covered in that game as a 6-point underdog, while the 201 combined points took the game OVER the total.

Philadelphia won its last outing, a 98-93 result against the Raptors on April 8. The 76ers failed to cover in that game as a 11-point favorite, while the 191 combined points took the game UNDER the total.

Orlando: Team record: 50-30 SU, 32-46-2 ATS

is 5-0 SU in its last 5 games when playing on the road against Philadelphia is 9-1 SU in its last 10 games when playing Philadelphia The total has gone OVER in 4 of last 5 games on the road is 8-4 SU in its last 12 games

When playing on Monday are 3-7 Before playing Indiana are 5-5 After playing Chicago are 7-3 After a loss are 8-2

Philadelphia: Team record: 41-39 SU, 46-33-1 ATS

The total has gone UNDER in 6 of last 7 games is 16-6 SU in its last 22 games at home is 2-4 ATS in its last 6 games at home is 2-7 ATS in its last 9 games when playing Orlando

When playing on Monday are 7-3 Before playing Detroit are 4-6 After playing Toronto are 4-6 After a win are 5-5

Next up: Orlando home to Indiana, Wednesday, April 13 Philadelphia home to Detroit, Wednesday, April 13

NBA Preview: Orlando Magic vs. Philadelphia 76ers