It will be a battle between Southeast Division opponents when the Orlando Magic (15-35) welcome the Washington Wizards (29-22) to Amway Center. The game will air on Fox SportsNet Florida at 7 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 3, 2018.
Washington Wizards vs. Orlando Magic Betting Prediction
In the Wizards’ last contest, they defeated the Toronto Raptors, 122-119. The Wizards, who came into the game averaging an offensive rebounding percentage of 22.7, had a phenomenal mark of 33.3 and had a free throw rate of 0.282 (above their season average of 0.205). With 27 points on 9-for-20 shooting, Bradley Beal was Washington’s high scorer.
The Magic won big over the Los Angeles Lakers in their last outing, 127-105. Orlando made 18 of their 32 three pointers (56.3 percent), while Los Angeles was just 4-20 (20.0 percent). With 15 points, seven rebounds and six assists, Orlando’s Elfrid Payton put together a good performance.
Washington comes into the game with records of 29-22 straight up (SU) and 23-28 against the spread (ATS). Wizards games have a slight tendency to finish under the total (52.9 percent).
Meanwhile, Orlando owns records of 15-35 SU and 22-27-1 ATS. Games including the Magic also have a slight tendency to go under the O/U total (54.0 percent).
The Wizards have emerged victorious in both contests against the Magic this year, including a six-point victory the last time these teams met. Washington was unable to cover as an 11-point favorite and the game finished with a total of 244 points, which was 26 points above the projected point total of 218 points. The Wizards had a better turnover percentage (9.6 vs. 13.8) and had a better offensive rebounding percentage (33.3 vs. 30.8). In the loss, Bismack Biyombo recorded a double-double with 21 points and 13 rebounds.
Washington Wizards vs. Orlando Magic Free Pick
Pick: SU Winner – Magic, ATS Winner – Magic, O/U – Under
Notes
Betting Notes:
On the road, Washington is 13-12 ATS with 16 unders and 9 overs.
Orlando is 8-14 ATS at home with 13 unders and 9 overs.
In games where they hold opponents below 100 points, Orlando is 7-3 and Washington is 14-2.
The Wizards are 26-11 when they score above 100 points, while the Magic are 15-19.
Washington ranks seventh in assists per game (23.7) while Orlando ranks 23rd in assists allowed per game (24.1).
The Wizards rank seventh in points off turnovers per game (17.7) while the Magic rank 22nd in points off turnovers allowed per game (17.6).
Washington ranks 17th in points allowed in the paint per game (44.8) while Orlando ranks last (50.0).
The Wizards rank 11th in second chance points per game (12.8) while the Magic rank 24th in second chance points allowed per game (13.4).
Washington ranks 18th in rebounds per game (42.9) while Orlando ranks 28th in rebounds allowed per game (45.6).
The Wizards average 11.5 fast break points per game, which ranks 13th in the league. The Magic rank 20th in fast break points allowed per game (12.2).
Washington ranks 14th in steals per game (7.9) while Orlando ranks 18th in steals allowed per game (7.9).
The Magic rank 15th in three pointers attempted per game (29.2) while the Wizards rank 19th in three pointers allowed per game (29.5).
Orlando averages 4.9 blocks per game, which ranks 11th in the NBA. Washington ranks 14th in blocks allowed per game (4.7).
Betting Trends:
In their last five games, Washington is 3-2 ATS with 3 overs and 2 unders.
Orlando is 4-1 ATS with 3 overs and 2 unders over their last five games.
The Wizards’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 0.4, down from 1.7 for the season.
During their last five games, the Magic have scored an average of 109.6 points per game (3.9 above their season average) and allowed an average of 106.6 points per game (3.7 below their season average).
