Orlando Magic vs Oklahoma City Thunder Prediction & Betting Tips - NBA

Prediction published on 13/02/2024, 06:20  by Devesh Jaganath | Modified on 13/02/2024 at 11:30 in NBA Prediction

The Orlando Magic will play host to the Oklahoma Thunder at the Amway Center in the NBA on Tuesday night. The hosts are 29-24 and sixth in the Eastern Conference, while the visitors are 36-17 and second in the Western Conference. 

The Oklahoma City Thunder have maintained respectable form, securing victory in four of their last six games overall. They will look to sustain this momentum after a commanding 127-113 road win against the Kings on Sunday. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the charge with an impressive 38 points and seven assists, shooting 15 of 26 from the field, while Jalen Williams contributed 32 points along with eight rebounds and nine assists. With an average of 120.7 points per game, the Thunder rank as the fourth-highest scoring team in the league, whereas the Magic boast a strong defensive record, ranking fourth in points allowed per game (110.8) in NBA play. Notably, the Thunder exhibit stronger offensive performances at home, averaging 123.0 points per game compared to 118.3 points per game on the road. Defensively, they allow an average of 113.6 points per game, placing them 13th in the league. Gordon Hayward is uncertain for the upcoming game, while Bismack Biyombo has been ruled out.

Meanwhile, the Orlando Magic have been in stellar form, clinching victory in five of their last six games overall. They are now eyeing a third consecutive win following their hard-fought 114-108 overtime triumph against the Bulls on Saturday. Franz Wagner led the charge with an impressive 36 points and five assists on 12 of 22 shooting, while Paolo Banchero contributed 19 points alongside seven rebounds and eight assists. Despite being the 25th-ranked scoring team in the NBA, averaging 111.6 points per game, the Magic excel defensively, with the Oklahoma City squad ranking 13th in the league by conceding an average of 113.6 points per game. However, their standout performance lies at the defensive end, where they allow just 110.8 points per game, marking the fourth-best record in the league this season. The Magic have no reported injuries heading into the upcoming game.