76ers vs Magic Prediction and Betting Tips 5 Dec 2024 - NBA Prediction
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03.12.2024 01:01
76ers vs magic Prediction
Heading into this game, the Philadelphia 76ers' early season issues have continued as they take on one of the most complete units in Orlando, which keeps dominating. Seeing that Philadelphia won their last game 111-96 against Detroit, this Orlando squad ended up beating Brooklyn for the 2nd time in 3 days. This game will occur on December 5th at 6:00 A.M. IST in Wells Fargo Center of Philadelphia. Below are our key betting tips, top player props, head-to-head matchups, and vital injuries to make an accurate prediction for this game.
76ers vs Magic Betting Tips & Predictions
1. Philadelphia 76ers vs Orlando Magic Moneyline Pick
With the money line being at -288, it should be taken for Orlando due to their much higher probability of controlling this matchup. Led by Jalen Suggs, he and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope should have a similar number of points plus more assists than Jared McCain in addition to Tyrese Maxsey. Having Franz Wagner be a way better rebounder and finisher than Paul George, helps this group win the wing battle as Tristan Da Silva should help control Caleb Martin’s game. Having Guerchson Yabusele start at center, Goga Blitzade, and Wendell Carter Jr. will completely out-rebound him, helping them win their 2nd straight money line vs Orlando with this being at -288.
2. Philadelphia 76ers vs Orlando Magic Point Spread Pick
Looking at the Magic having a -5.5 spread, they should control this game as the much stronger two-way roster. Having Jalen Suggs being a key outside shooter, that has improved his driving in and passing game, he is turning the corner as a key combo guard for this unit. Matched up with Tyrese Maxsey, his defensive prowess will limit the 76ers' point guard from taking over throughout this game. As someone who can control quick dribblers like Maxsey, his stealing ability and greatness in breaking up passes will continue to be a vital component for Orlando. With Jared McCain showing greatness as a shooting guard for Philadelphia, the one issue here is that he has to go up against a strong defender like Kenativous Caldwell-Pope. As McCain has shown early struggles versus veteran pieces like this, KCP should keep closing out on him and also use his three-point shooting threat to dominate McCain on the other end. With Franz Wagner being one of the best all-around scorers against Paul George, he should continue being one of the most impactful pieces in this game. As Wagner is a stronger rebounder as well, he will use strength to beat George with that statical battle too, while also being an elite blocker. With George struggling from mid-range and outside this season, Wagner will force him there and cause him into rough looks. With Tristan Da Silva growing as a perimeter defender who can finish inside, he should have a strong outing against Caleb Martin. Knowing that Gary Blitzade and Wendell Carter Jr. are better rebounders plus finishers than Guerchson Yabusele, the -5.5 spread looks great for Orlando.
3. Philadelphia 76ers vs Orlando Magic Over/Under Pick (Total Points)
As the over/under in this game is 218.5 points, it will be a very solid scoring game with both teams having decent options to finish. Philadelphia has one of the most athletic shooting plus passing guards at PG leading their way, while their SG continues developing into a vital all-around scoring piece. Having a small forward who has some capability of hitting outside shots and driving in, their center continues to be a force inside for 2nd chance opportunities. Meanwhile, Orlando has a very quick guard that can finish inside or out, while their shooting guard continues knocking down threes. Having a small forward that is the center piece of this offense through scoring and rebounding, their center duo can create inside with ease. Knowing all this, the score should go well over their 190 combined points from last time out.
Philadelphia 76ers vs Orlando Magic Top Player Props
Paul George under 17.5 points at 1.85: As the 76ers small forward continues to struggle shooting the basketball and attacking his rim, it will continue against a top-tier defense. With Franz Wagner guarding him, the ability of the Magic SF to use size and blocking ability will completely slow down George’s game. Someone averaging 14.4 points a night, he should be well under the line in this matchup.
Franz Wagner over 24.5 points at 1.80: Seeing that this Magic small forward continues hitting mid-range and deep shots with ease, he should dominate once again. Lined up with Paul George’s struggling defense, Franz Wagner should find spacing and open areas to get very strong looks. As a piece that averages 23.4 points a night, he should continue building on his season average after this game.
Philadelphia 76ers vs Orlando Magic Injury News & Impact
Philadelphia 76ers Injuries: As Kyle Lowry, 6.2 points, is still out with his hip injury, Philadelphia will also be without leader Joel Embiid, 19.8 points plus 7.5 rebounds, due to a knee issue. With Andre Drummond, 8.2 rebounds, still out because of a sprained ankle, Guerchson Yabusele will be the only depth for this Philadelphia squad.
Orlando Magic Injuries: With Paolo Banchero, 29.0 points, still being the only piece out for this squad along Gary Harris, they should continue running similar rotations to what has made them successful during this win streak.
76ers vs magic Head-to-Head Trends
Seeing that Orlando has entered this game having won their last matchup against Philadelphia, they hope to build on it and continue showing all-around prowess. Although the Magic are 1-4 against the spread over the last 5 games and managed to score above 97 points twice, they should improve on that much more as a much stronger offensive team. Being a unit that has scored 105.5 points in their previous 2 games, they look to improve even further during this one.
Betting Insights & Public Trends
Looking at the current public trends, Orlando is backed by 70.1% of bettors to beat Philadelphia in this matchup.
76ers vs magic Final Prediction
As the Magic enter this game having been unbeatable over their last bunch of games, this unit should win another very simple matchup. Going into a game against Philadelphia, they will once again be led by Jalen Suggs at point guard. Someone who can create looks from the inside and knock down threes, his ability to find others is a very underrated part as well. With Tyrese Maxsey going up against him, the key is that Suggs will keep it very competitive due to his reach-in ability and side-to-side defense. Being a piece that can create steals and deflections with ease, he should have a huge night of giving this Magic squad extra positions. Meanwhile, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope remains a top-tier defender and should lockdown the young Jared McCain even though he has shown dominance this season. As McCain hasn’t faced off against a defender at KCP’s level, the Magic guard should have lockdown defense to completely take him out. Moving everywhere he does, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope will force turnovers into quick threes or layups.
With Franz Wagner being a potential superstar, his play this season from all-around has been impossible to stop. Having top-tier shooting and finding it from many efficient places, he should control Paul George’s defense throughout this game. As George hasn’t been a very good scorer himself, Wagner will get an advantage in rebounding and blocking, while also forcing numerous giveaways throughout this game. Seeing that Tristan Da Silva is improving as an inside scorer and rebounder, he should outplay Caleb Martin, while Wendell Carter Jr. plus Gary Blitzade should have a monstrous board plus points advantage in this matchup. As the Magic have Anthony Black and Cole Anthony as vital pieces of the bench, Philadelphia will need Eric Gordon plus Kelly Obrue Jr. to play at a similar level.
Our pick: Orlando Magic win and cover their -5.5 spread, while the score goes over 218.5 points.
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