Orlando Magic vs Washington Wizards Prediction: The Magic will start as favorites against the Washington Wizards.


The Orlando Magic and the Washington Wizards are set to clash in a thrilling Eastern Conference matchup at the Amway Center in Orlando, Florida. The Magic, currently holding the 2nd seed in the Eastern Conference with a 12-5 record, are eager to continue their recent winning streak. They have won their last 7 games.

On the other hand, the Wizards, currently occupying the 14th seed with a 3-14 record, are determined to add a few wins to their name and improve their overall standings.

Going into the game, the home side Orlando Magic will be starting as favorites. Added to it, they have been impressive with their performance so far. They have won 7 of their 9 home games while the Wizards have won just 2 of their 10 away games.

Orlando Magic vs Washington Wizards Prediction: Wizards Stats

The Washington Wizards couldn’t win any of their last 5 away games.

Over their last five away games, the Wizards suffered defeats at the hands of the Milwaukee Bucks, and the Charlotte Hornets in two separate matchups, the Toronto Raptors, and the Brooklyn Nets.

In the away games

  • The Washington Wizards scored 115.0 points per game.
  • The Washington Wizards conceded 115.4 points per game.
  • Number of games that ended with a difference of 3 points or less: 2
  • Number of games that ended with a difference of 4-10 points: 2
  • Number of games that ended with a difference of more than 10 points: 1

Offense and Defense Analysis

Offense

  • The Washington Wizards have been scoring an average of 116.0 points per game. They have demonstrated commendable shooting accuracy, with a 48.0% success rate in field goals, a 35.4% proficiency in three-point shooting, and a free-throw accuracy of 77.3%. In terms of offensive efficiency, the Wizards are currently ranked 26th, boasting an Adjusted Offensive Rating of 110.3.

Defense

  • The Washington Wizards’ defense allowed an average of 124.3 points per game, with opposing teams attaining a 50.2% success rate in field goals and a 35.9% accuracy from beyond the three-point line. In terms of rebounding, Washington averaged 50.8 rebounds per game, along with 7.9 steals and 5.2 blocks per game. The Wizards are currently ranked 27th in defensive performance, holding an Adjusted Defensive Rating of 117.4.

Orlando Magic vs Washington Wizards Prediction: Magic Stats

The Orlando Magic secured 2 wins in the 4 away games so far.

The Magic defeated the Utah Jazz and Portland Trail Blazers. They lost to the LA Clippers and LA Lakers.

In the away games

  • The Orlando Magic scored 105.5 points per game.
  • The Orlando Magic conceded 108.5 points per game.
  • Number of games that ended with a difference of 3 points or less: 2
  • Number of games that ended with a difference of 4-10 points: 1
  • Number of games that ended with a difference of more than 10 points: 1

Offense and Defense Comparisons

Offense

  • The Orlando Magic has maintained an average of 110.1 points per game up to this point. They have demonstrated a 45.4% shooting efficiency from the field and a 33.1% accuracy from three-point range. Currently, their free throw success rate stands at 74.6%. Offensively, the Magic currently ranks 30th in the league with an Adjusted Offensive Rating of 109.2.

Defense

  • The Orlando Magic has allowed their opponents to score an average of 106.1 points per game, with their adversaries achieving a 46.7% success rate in field goal shooting and a 34.6% accuracy from three-point range. In terms of rebounding, Orlando is averaging 39.2 rebounds per game, coupled with averages of 8.3 steals and 6.0 blocks per game. Defensively, the Magic is positioned 4th in the league with an Adjusted Defensive Rating of 109.7.

Wizards vs Magic Odds, Moneyline and Spreads

Spread

  • Orlando Magic:
  • Washington Wizards:

Moneyline

  • Washington Wizards:
  • Orlando Magic:

Wizards vs Magic Head-to-Head

The Wizards and Magic have squared off 135 times during the regular season of the NBA. With 75 victories, Orlando Magic has outpaced the Washington Wizards who have won 60 games.

In the last five meetings between the two teams, Magic won 2 and Wizards won 3. Orlando Magic have won the last two games between the two teams.

Last Meeting: The Magic beat the Wizards 116 to 109 in their most recent meeting.

Key Snippets: This fixture

  • The Match between both teams has averaged 220.00 points in the last 5 matches.
  • The Wizards have averaged over 115 points in the last 5 matches against the Magic.
  • The Magic have averaged 105 points in the last 5 matches against the Wizards.

Orlando Magic vs Washington Wizards Prediction: Players to Watch Out

Washington Wizards

Kyle Kuzma (Small Forward)

Points Per Game: 22.9 | Rebounds Per Game: 5.9 | Assists Per Game: 4.6

Jordan Poole (Shooting Guard)

Points Per Game: 17.7 | Assists Per Game: 3.6 | Steals Per Game: 1.1

Deni Avdija (Small Forward)

Points Per Game: 11.8 | Rebounds Per Game: 5.4 | Assists Per Game: 3.4

Orlando Magic

Paolo Banchero (Power Forward)

Points Per Game: 21.1 | Assists Per Game: 3.9 | Steals Per Game: 0.9

Franz Wagner (Small Forward)

Points Per Game: 19.7 | Assists Per Game: 3.4 | Rebounds Per Game: 4.0

Wendell Carter Jr (Center)

Points Per Game: 16.00 | Rebounds Per Game: 8.4 | Blocks Per Game: 0.5

Wizards vs Magic Prediction: Predicted Winner

  • Home Advantage: Orlando Magic
  • Momentum Advantage: Orlando Magic
  • Offensive Advantage: Orlando Magic
  • Defensive Advantage: Orlando Magic
  • Overall: Philadelphia Orlando Magic to win
Orlando Magic vs Washington Wizards Prediction and Odds

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