The Orlando Magic are still waiting to get their full rotation back on the court together, but the available firepower will pose a threat to the Toronto Raptors in tonight\u2019s matchup.<\/p>\n
Though Franz Wagner remains out and Jalen Suggs is doubtful, my Magic vs. Raptors predictions and NBA picks<\/a> favor Orlando, with Anthony Black poised to continue his breakout tour and Toronto coming off a draining overtime win.<\/p>\n Advertisement<\/p>\n Magic vs Raptors prediction<\/p>\n Magic vs Raptors best bet: Anthony Black Over 27.5 points + rebounds + assists (-105)<\/p>\n The Orlando Magic<\/a> saw a bright future for Anthony Black<\/a> when they drafted him with the sixth pick in the 2023 NBA Draft, and lately, he\u2019s shown he\u2019s ready for more than a bench role.<\/p>\n Black came through for Orlando with 38 points against the Nuggets on Saturday, taking the scoring burden off Paolo Banchero and Desmond Bane, and the door is wide open for another monster stat line.<\/p>\n While a repeat of that kind of points total is unlikely, I love the Over on this combo prop. He\u2019s gone past this number in five straight games, and now he faces a Toronto Raptors<\/a> team that went to overtime yesterday.<\/p>\n Advertisement<\/p>\n Black has chipped in with 20+ points in five of his last six outings, with his field goal attempts trending up, and he\u2019s shooting a respectable 37% from beyond the arc.<\/p>\n However, his work on the glass shouldn\u2019t be overlooked. Black is one of the NBA\u2019s best rebounders at the guard position, and he\u2019s grabbed 6+ boards in nine of his 12 contests this month. Don\u2019t be surprised if he ends up with another nice haul, especially with Jakob Poeltl still sidelined for Toronto.<\/p>\n The shorthanded Magic will turn to Black to initiate plenty of possessions, and I expect his impact to show up all over the box score tonight.<\/p>\n Magic vs Raptors same-game parlay<\/p>\n The Magic are just 5-5 in their last 10 outings, but they\u2019ve got the rest advantage in their favor, and there were some exciting signs in the win over Denver at the weekend.<\/p>\n Advertisement<\/p>\n Meanwhile, the Raptors have struggled in the second game of back-to-back sets, losing five of their past six contests in this spot. The hosts will also be without RJ Barrett as Toronto eases him back into action.<\/p>\n Immanuel Quickley<\/a>\u2019s sharpshooting helped the Raptors escape with a W against the Warriors, but I\u2019m targeting his assists prop tonight. He\u2019s averaging 6.5 assists per game in December, and he\u2019s dished 7+ dimes in five of his last six outings. Toronto will need his drive-and-kick game to crack open this Orlando defense.<\/p>\n Magic vs Raptors SGP<\/p>\n Anthony Black Over 27.5 points + rebounds + assists<\/p>\n Immanuel Quickley Over 6.5 assists<\/p>\n Our “from downtown” SGP: TEASER<\/p>\n Scottie Barnes<\/a> served up 23 points and 25 rebounds yesterday, and the Raptors need that level of dominance more consistently if they\u2019re going to stay above the play-in line.<\/p>\n Advertisement<\/p>\n With Barrett on the sidelines, look for Scottie to be more aggressive in finding his spots, and he\u2019s already averaging 19.3 points per game this season.<\/p>\n Magic vs Raptors SGP<\/p>\n Anthony Black Over 27.5 points + rebounds + assists<\/p>\n Immanuel Quickley Over 6.5 assists<\/p>\n Scottie Barnes Over 17.5 points<\/p>\n Magic vs Raptors odds<\/p>\n Spread: Magic -1.5 | Raptors +1.5<\/p>\n Moneyline: Magic -115 | Raptors -105<\/p>\n Over\/Under: Over 220.5 | Under 220.5<\/p>\n Magic vs Raptors betting trend to know<\/p>\n The Raptors are 1-4 in their last five games at Scotiabank Arena. Find more NBA betting trends<\/a> for Magic vs. Raptors.<\/p>\n How to watch Magic vs Raptors<\/p>\n Location<\/p>\n Scotiabank Arena, Toronto, Canada<\/p>\n Date<\/p>\n Monday, December 29, 2025<\/p>\n Tip-off<\/p>\n 7:30 p.m. ET<\/p>\n TV<\/p>\n FDSN-Florida, Sportsnet<\/p>\n Magic vs Raptors latest injuries<\/p>\n Not intended for use in MA. 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