Milwaukee Bucks vs Orlando Magic Prediction & Betting Tips - NBA

Prediction published on 10/04/2024, 06:10  by Devesh Jaganath | Modified on 10/04/2024 at 12:00 in NBA Prediction

The Orlando Magic will travel to the Fiserv Forum to take on the Milwaukee Bucks in the NBA on Wednesday night. The hosts are 48-31 and second in the Eastern Conference while the visitors are 46-33 and fourth in the Conference standings. 

The Bucks enter this match with renewed confidence after securing their playoff spot, ending a four-game skid with a commanding 104-91 home victory over the Celtics. Patrick Beverley led the team with 20 points, 10 rebounds, and three assists, while Giannis Antetokounmpo and Brook Lopez each contributed 15 points. Milwaukee ranks fourth in scoring in the NBA (119.5 PPG), whereas Orlando boasts the third-best defense in the league (allowing 108.4 PPG). However, Milwaukee's defense has room for improvement, conceding an average of 116.5 PPG, placing them 21st in the league. Notably, they allow 3.3 more points per game on the road compared to home games. MarJon Beauchamp is ruled out for this game, and Giannis Antetokounmpo remains doubtful.

The Magic, eyeing a playoff berth and a potential second seed, aim to rebound in this game following a disappointing 118-106 road loss to the Rockets. Despite the setback, Jalen Suggs and Paolo Banchero led the team with 21 points each, supported by Markelle Fultz's 18 points. Orlando ranks 25th in the NBA in scoring, averaging 110.5 points per game, six points fewer than the 116.5 points allowed by the Bucks. However, defensively, the Magic have excelled, conceding just 108.4 points per game, ranking third in the league. Notably, they allow 6.5 fewer points when playing at home. Franz Wagner will be sidelined for this match.