Orlando Magic vs Miami Heat Prediction & Betting Tips - NBA

Prediction published on 09/12/2025, 03:08  by Geoffrey Ejiga | Modified on 09/12/2025 at 03:12 in NBA Predictions

With Tyler Herro still listed as probable for the Miami Heat’s game against the Magic tonight, the primary scoring role will revert back to Norman Powell, as it has been for the majority of the new season. Let's get into our match prediction.

Powell has been the star of the Heat show this season, averaging the most points for them so far (24.8). He plays a considerable 30.5 minutes per game and has an impressive 50% FG shooting efficiency. His two and threes per game contribute to just over 19 points alone, and his 5.5 free throws complete the rest.

We expect a similar stats line with Herro likely seeing reduced minutes or no match time at all. In fact, that's been the case for Powell in the two games he's played against the Magic this season. Right before their latest loss to the Kings, Powell dropped 28 points in the Bulls' 106-105 loss to the Magic, shooting exactly 50% from his 18 FG attempts and 73% from his 11 free throws.

Then, in the very first game of the season for both the Magic and Heat, Powell also made exactly 28 points in their 125-121 loss, and shot 47% from his 19 FG attempts.