Orlando Magic vs Washington Wizards Prediction 12/26/2023 @ 7:00PM
Republished from SportsJaw.com
Orlando Magic Look to Maintain Lead as They Take on Ailing Washington Wizards
On Tuesday, the Southeast Division-leading Orlando Magic (17–11) visits the Southeast Division’s last-place Washington Wizards (5–23). Orlando comes off a victory against the Indiana Pacers (117–110) and the Wizards were recently defeated by the Golden State Warriors (129–118). Markelle Fultz will be absent, whereas Joe Ingles and Jalen Suggs are questionable for the Magic. Delon Wright is out for the Wizards, and Kyle Kuzma and Johnny Davis are both questionable. Orlando is favored in the game, with an opening line of -6.5, which is currently -7.5.
Betting Odds
- Moneyline: Magic -285 | Wizards +235
- Spread: Magic -7.5 (-110) | Wizards +7.5 (-110)
- Total: Over/Under 237.5 (-110)
- Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Orlando will win straight-up is 74%.
Orlando vs Washington Stats
Orlando Magic
The Orlando Magic are having a strong start to the season with a power ranking of 18 and a record of 17–11. Led by Paolo Banchero (21.2 points per game) and Franz Wagner (20.3 points per game), they rank 20th in offense (scoring 113.00 points per game) and 5th in defense (allowing 110.37 points per game). The Magic have fared well in shooting overall (47.38%), from the three-point line (33.58%), and from the free throw line (76.45%), however, their free throw shooting percentage could use improvement (24th in the league). They are averaging 43.74 rebounds and 25.22 offensive assists per game and have been impressive on the defensive end, holding opponents to an average of 46.83% field goals, 36.60% three pointers, and 74.89% free throws.
Washington Wizards Analysis
The Washington Wizards have a power ranking of 29 and they are ranked 9th for offense, with an average of 117 points per game. They are ranked 30th for defense, giving up an average of 126.57 points per game and have a record of 5–23 (14–14 ATS). Offensively, they hit 48.36% of their field goals, 77.62% of their free throws, and 35.75% of their three pointers, as well as gathering an average of 39.18 rebounds per game. Defensively, they allow an average of 50.02% of field goals, 78.11% of free throws, 37.29% of 3-pointers, as well as 49.29 of defensive rebounds.
ORLANDO MAGIC DOMINATE AGAINST WASHINGTON WIZARDS IN SEASON MATCHUP
Orlando currently leads the Southeast Division and is performing well on the defensive side, allowing an average of 110.4 points per game, which is the fifth-lowest in the NBA. Following a victory against Indiana, the Magic have regained their leading rebounder, Wendell Carter Jr, who has averaged 7.6 rebounds per game. Washington’s leading scorer, Kyle Kuzma, is uncertain due to a knee injury and may not be at full capacity. For their last 18 games, Orlando have covered the spread in 12. While the Magic and Wizards have been evenly matched over the last 10 games- both teams achieving five spreads- Orlando presents a stronger outlook, having first place in the division, a high-ranking defense and few health concerns compared to ailing Washington.
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