The Washington Wizards will hit the floor running against the visiting Orlando Magic on Friday, looking to bolster their record and bolster betting bankrolls in the process.
Sportsbook Odds & Computer Pick
Those looking to pick the visitors as their prediction to cover in this one found the Orlando Magic listed as 2.5-point underdogs earlier at Sportsbook. Meanwhile, the OVER/UNDER total betting line for this game was set at 205 at Sportsbook but may have moved since the betting odds opened.
Handicapping models based on recent betting stats and prediction formulas pick a 102-98 win for the Wizards. View the computer score prediction and who will win the pick on the moneyline for all upcoming NBA matchups here.
Orlando Magic vs Washington Wizards Matchup
Team Betting Records & Power Rankings
Supporters of the Orlando Magic have seen them go 19-13 and 22-10 ATS so far this NBA season, while the Washington Wizards are at 14-16 and 16-14 ATS. In Over/Under totals betting, the Wizards are 17-11-2, while the Orlando Magic are 15-17. Stay Informed: follow us on Twitter for odds specials, betting line moves and Washington vs Orlando injuries news.
The power rankings show a disparity between these teams with the Washington Wizards rated this week at No. 23 and the Orlando Magic sitting at No. 10.
Statistical Matchup
In rebounding, the battle of the boards features Washington's No. 28-rated NBA squad against Orlando's No. 13-rated roster. When it comes to long-range shooting, Washington rates No. 11 in the league with 8.83 per game, while their foes tonight rank No. 21 with 7.91 per outing.
Recent Outings Betting Recap
Orlando got 20 points from Nikola Vucevic en route to a 100-93 victory over Brooklyn on Wednesday at Amway Center.
Otto Porter Jr. scored 20 points in a failed effort to lead the Wizards to victory (they lost 94-91 to Toronto at Air Canada Centre on Wednesday).
Next Betting Matchups
Orlando at Cleveland, Saturday, January 2nd
Washington home to Miami, Sunday, January 3rd