The Orlando Magic vs New York Knicks matchup is one of nine games scheduled for Monday. Orlando is fourth in the Eastern Conference with a 21-16 record, while New York is third with a 24-12 record.
The two teams have played each other 133 times, with the Magic holding a narrow 67-66 lead. This will be their fourth and final regular-season game this season. New York will go for the sweep, as it leads 3-0. They most recently played on Dec. 27, when the Knicks won 108-85, behind Jalen Brunson’s 26 points, while Jalen Suggs led Orlando with 27 points.
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Orlando Magic vs New York Knicks game details and odds
The Orlando Magic vs New York Knicks game is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. EST on Monday, Jan. 6, at Madison Square Garden. The matchup will be broadcast locally on MSG and FanDuel Sports Network – Florida. Fans can also stream it live on NBA League Pass and FuboTV.
Moneyline: Magic (+425) vs. Knicks (-575)
Spread: Magic (+11) vs. Knicks (-11)
Total (O/U): Magic -110 (o209.5) vs. Knicks -110 (u209.5)
Editor’s note: The odds could change close to the game. The odds listed were as per available information at the time of writing.
Orlando Magic vs New York Knicks preview
The Magic are going through a tough phase, as injuries to key players have slowed them down after a great start to the season. They have won just four of their past 10 games. They are coming off of a 105-92 loss to the Utah Jazz on Sunday, so, expect tired legs in the second leg of a back-to-back.
Jett Howard led the Magic from the bench with 21 points as just one starter scored in double digits, while Cole Anthony had 12 points in 28 minutes.
The Knicks, meanwhile, were on a tear before losing two straight. They have won eight of their past 10 games but are coming off of a surprising 139-126 loss to the Chicago Bulls on Saturday. Karl-Anthony Towns had a double-double of 44 points and 16 rebounds, while Jalen Brunson had 33 points.
New York gets an easy matchup against Orlando and will desperately look to snap its losing streak. The Knicks have had the Magic’s number throughout the season, and that’s unlikely to change on Monday.
Orlando Magic vs New York Knicks betting props
Cole Anthony’s points total is set at 15.5. With Paolo Banchero, Franz Wagner and Suggs out, Anthony will have a higher usage rate. Take a risk, and bet on the over.
KAT’s points total is set at 22.5. Towns has been on a tear, going four games of at least 30 points in his past five matchups. He should be good for more than 22.5 points against the struggling Magic.
Orlando Magic vs New York Knicks prediction
The oddsmakers highly favor New York to get a blowout win at home, and we expect the same. The Knicks should cover the spread for a win. This should be a relatively high-scoring game, with the team total going past 209.5 points.
Edited by Bhargav
