NBA Betting Preview: Pacers vs Magic
The Indiana Pacers meet the Orlando Magic in this NBA clash. Our betting preview features expert NBA predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, player stats, team news and confirmed starting lineups.
An Easy Win for Magic?
Our prediction is that the Magic will get the better of the Pacers by a significant margin. With this in mind, let’s go for them on the spread at -13 which is currently available at odds of -110.
Magic Have 7 Wins in Past 10 on H2H
Indiana Pacers have now lost sixteen straight games. On the road in their previous game, San Antonio Spurs won 134-119 at Frost Bank Center. Andrew Nembhard poured in 25 points, with Jarace Walker contributing 21 and Pascal Siakam adding 14.
Orlando Magic were beaten 105-104 at Kia Center in their last game. This loss at home to LA Lakers was their fourth straight defeat. Paolo Banchero scored 16 points, with Jalen Suggs adding 14 and Jevon Carter 13.
Head-to-Head Statistics
These two teams last met at Kia Center, with the Magic claiming the win. Beating the Pacers by a 135-127 scoreline. The Magic have triumphed in their previous four meetings against the Pacers. On the head-to-head front, it has been 7 wins out of 10.
Magic
38
32
0.543
115.3
114.3
1
22-14
16-18
9-7
24-21
6-4
4L
Pacers
15
56
0.211
111.4
120.4
-9
10-25
5-31
3-10
11-33
0-10
16L
Indiana Pacers – Last 10 Games
The Pacers have lost all of their past 10 games. They are averaging 111.5 points, 38.7 rebounds, 29.5 assists, 6.7 steals and 4.4 blocks while shooting 46.3% from the field and 79.2% from the free-throw line. The opposition have an average of 125.8 points and 47.8 rebounds per contest.
Jarace Walker is averaging 14.0 points, 6.5 rebounds and 2.0 (41.7%) 3-pointers made, while T.J. McConnell averages 5.7 assists.
Orlando Magic – Last 10 Games
The Magic have won 6 and lost 4 of their previous 10 contests. Averaging 118.4 points, 45.1 rebounds, 26.7 assists, 9.0 steals and 3.0 blocks per game while shooting 46.1% from the field and 82.6% from the free-throw line. Their opponents have averaged 113.9 points and 43.1 rebounds.
Paolo Banchero is averaging 23.0 points, 8.6 rebounds and 5.2 assists, while Jalen Suggs has an average of 2.3 (33.3%) 3-pointers made.
Indiana Pacers vs Orlando Magic Prediction & Picks
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Game Prediction
If you agree with our pick that Magic can be superior in this NBA contest, you can get -110 for this selection against the spread. The big favorites should be capable of covering the -13 line.
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Key Pacers vs Magic stats:
The +13 line hasn’t been covered by Pacers in 3 of their last 5 games on the road.The +13 line hasn’t been covered by Pacers in 2 consecutive games on the road.Magic -13 Probability
According to the latest betting odds, our pick has a 52.4% chance of winning. Our cappers think there’s a stronger chance of success and calculate the probability to be closer to 60%. It is therefore regarded as a value wager.
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Player Prop Picks
Aaron Nesmith (Pacers) has failed to cover the Under 3.5 line in 8 of the past 9 games. This could happen again and there is odds of -161 when it comes to this Player Rebounds bet.
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Jalen Suggs (Magic) has had Over 5.5 assists in 3 straight home games. Using this stat, we can therefore back him at -123 when it comes to a Player Assists wager and hope that Overs comes in.
Latest Jalen Suggs Player Prop Odds
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Correct Score Prediction
You don’t need a big stake to enjoy a monster return by getting this correct score right. We’re going for the Magic to claim a 127-111 victory and hopefully this goes close.
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Indiana Pacers vs Orlando Magic Odds
The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
Books Running Scared of Magic Win
Orlando Magic are massive -833 favorites. They are regarded as 89% likely to win this NBA game judging by the sportsbooks’ latest Moneyline odds. Indiana Pacers are the underdogs at +570 and they’re regarded as least likely to win.
The spread currently stands at 13 and the total points line is 233.5. The beauty of the Totals is that you only have to choose from one of two options. If you want to back Over 233.5, it’s -110.
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Betting Lines & Odds
Moneyline
Point Spread
Total Points
Paolo Banchero Favorite to Score the Most Baskets
In terms of landing the most baskets, favorite Paolo Banchero is available at -127 to rack up Over 23.5 points. If you want to go Under, then -108 is available.
Player Points
Paolo Banchero (Magic)
Desmond Bane (Magic)
Pascal Siakam (Pacers)
Andrew Nembhard (Pacers)
Player Assists
Andrew Nembhard (Pacers)
Paolo Banchero (Magic)
Jalen Suggs (Magic)
Desmond Bane (Magic)
Player Rebounds
Paolo Banchero (Magic)
Wendell Carter Jr (Magic)
Jarace Walker (Pacers)
Pascal Siakam (Pacers)
Micro Betting
There are always opportunities to enjoy micro betting. It’s generally the case that you will find team and player props in-game and basketball bettors can use their insight to wager on outcomes such as if the next shot will be a Two or Three-Pointer.
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Kia Center
Magic Have Dominated Recent Head-to-Head Matchups at Kia Center
The Magic are 5-5 in their last 10 home games, putting up 114.30 points on average and giving up 112.80.
The Pacers have dropped nine road games in a row. They have a 1-9 record in their last 10 road games, putting up 113.40 points per contest and giving up 126.00.
When the teams last met at Kia Center, the Magic beat the Pacers 135-127. Over the last 10 head-to-head games at Kia Center, both sides have won five times.
Orlando Magic Home Stats
5-5
227.10
114.30
112.80
3
7
Indiana Pacers Away Stats
1-9
239.40
113.40
126.00
7
3
W-L = Wins-Losses
P = Avg. Points
PF = Avg. Points For
PA = Avg. Points Against
O233.5 = Games Over 233.5 Points
U233.5 = Games Under 233.5 Points
Team Stats
Latest regular season and playoff games stats.
Indiana Pacers Stats
Orlando Magic Stats
0 wins and 10 defeats in the last 10 games
1 win and 9 defeats in the last 10 games on the road
6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 games
5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 home games
+13 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 5 of the last 10 games
+13 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 6 of the last 10 games on the road
-13 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 2 of the last 10 games
-13 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 2 of the last 10 home games
Game Totals: An average of 237.30 pts in the previous 10 games
Game Totals on the Road: An average of 239.40 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
Over 233.5: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 games
Over 233.5 on the Road: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 games on the road
Team Totals: Have scored an average of 111.50 pts and allowed 125.80 pts in the last 10 games
Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 113.40 pts and allowed 126.00 pts in the last 10 games on the road
Game Totals: An average of 232.30 pts in the previous 10 games
Game Totals at Home: An average of 227.10 pts in the previous 10 home games
Over 233.5: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games
Over 233.5 at Home: Covered in 3 of the previous 10 home games
Team Totals: Have scored an average of 118.40 pts and allowed 113.90 pts in the last 10 games
Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 114.30 pts and allowed 112.80 pts in the last 10 home games
Last 10 Games
2-Pointers Made: 27.60 (54%)
3-Pointers Made: 13.30 (35%)
Free Throws Made: 16.40 (79.23%)
Rebounds: Total 38.7, Offensive 8.80, Defensive 29.90
Assists: 29.50
Blocks: 4.40
Steals: 6.70
Turnovers : 12.50
Personal Fouls: 19.30
Last 10 Games on the Road
2-Pointers Made: 26.60 (55%)
3-Pointers Made: 14.70 (36%)
Free Throws Made: 16.10 (75.94%)
Rebounds: Total 39.8, Offensive 8.50, Defensive 31.30
Assists: 30.10
Blocks: 3.90
Steals: 7.50
Turnovers : 14.20
Personal Fouls: 18.50
Last 10 Games
2-Pointers Made: 28.90 (55%)
3-Pointers Made: 12.90 (34%)
Free Throws Made: 21.90 (82.64%)
Rebounds: Total 45.1, Offensive 11.10, Defensive 34.00
Assists: 26.70
Blocks: 3.00
Steals: 9.00
Turnovers : 13.20
Personal Fouls: 22.00
Last 10 Home Games
2-Pointers Made: 25.70 (53%)
3-Pointers Made: 13.70 (36%)
Free Throws Made: 21.80 (81.95%)
Rebounds: Total 41.7, Offensive 10.00, Defensive 31.70
Assists: 27.40
Blocks: 3.80
Steals: 9.30
Turnovers : 11.70
Personal Fouls: 20.90
Starting Lineups
Both teams’ confirmed lineups will be published ahead of tip-off. There is also the chance to look at the lineups from the previous 10 games.
Expert Analysis by Kyrone Jones
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