Oklahoma City Thunder vs Orlando Magic Prediction, Preview and Odds - 02/13/2024

by Rod Pearson

Monday, Feb 12, 2024
Game Time: 7:30 pm ET, Tuesday, February 13, 2024
Venue:  Kia Center, Orlando, FL 
Where to Watch:  TNT, MAX


Opening Odds at USA Sportsbooks

DraftKings:  Point Spread:  Thunder -2.5, Magic +2.5; Over/Under:  227 points
Bet365:  Point Spread:  Thunder -2.5, Magic +2.5; Over/Under:  227 points
BetMGM:  Point Spread:  Thunder -2.5, Magic +2.5; Over/Under:  227 points

Season Record

Oklahoma City Thunder:  36-17 (2nd place, Northwest Division)
Orlando Magic:  29-24 (1st place, Southeast Division)

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Oklahoma City Thunder:  6-4 last 10
Orlando Magic:  6-4 last 10


Oklahoma City Thunder vs Orlando Magic Preview and Analysis


The Thunder are entering this game with a 36-17 record overall and they are 15-11 in their road games this season where they will be in this game. They are entering this game off a win against the Sacramento Kings in their last game. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the team in points in that game with 38 while Jalen Williams was next on the team with 32 points. Jalen Williams led the team in assists in that game with 9 while Luguentz Dort led the team in rebounds with 9. They were 54.8% from the field, 48.1% from 3-point range, and 81.5% from the free throw line with their shots in that game. Their offense is averaging 120.7 PPG and their defense is allowing their opponents to average 113.6 PPG against them. The Thunder have an ATS record of 32-20-1 this season and their O/U record is 30-22-1.



The Magic are entering this game with a 29-24 record overall and they are 17-7 in their home games this season where they will be in this game. They are entering this game on a 2 game winning streak with wins coming against the San Antonio Spurs and the Chicago Bulls in their last game. Franz Wagner led the team in points in that game with 36 while Paolo Banchero was next on the team with 19 points. Paolo Banchero led the team in assists in that game with 8 while Jonathan Isaac led the team in rebounds with 12. They were 46.6% from the field, 33.3% from 3-point range, and 73.1% from the free throw line with their shots in that game. Their offense is averaging 111.6 PPG and their defense is allowing their opponents to average 110.8 PPG against them. The Magic have an ATS record of 35-18 this season and their O/U record is 25-27-1.


Thunder vs Magic Prediction

The current betting odds have the Thunder listed as a 2.5 point favorite in this game according to Draftkings Sportsbook. The Thunder have looked good in their games this season with their 36-17 record overall which has them right near the top of the West with one of the best records in the entire NBA. They haven't been at their best in road games this season but they have still been a good road team with their 15-11 road record. Meanwhile, the Magic have also looked good in their games this season with their 29-24 record overall which has them in a play-in spot for the playoffs in the East. The Magic have also looked great on their home court this year with their 17-7 home record and they have some momentum coming into this one with 2 wins in a row now. They haven't played any good teams in those wins though with both coming against teams with losing records and the Thunder also have some momentum of their own right now as they just blew out the Kings on their home court. The Thunder have been a really consistent team in the NBA all season and as good as the Magic have been on their home court this year, the Thunder have more talent in their lineup and will be looking to get on another roll here after beating the Kings in their last game. The best way to place a bet here is on the Thunder to cover the spread in this game. 

Thunder Magic Prediction:  Our NBA Pick for Tuesday, February 13, 2024 (7:30 pm ET start time) is Thunder 118 Magic 107.
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NBA Betting Trends


Oklahoma City Thunder: 32-20 ATS in all games. 22-13 ATS after 1 or more consecutive wins. 12-7 ATS after a win by 10 points or more. 12-5 OVER as a road favorite. 15-5 OVER off a home win. 16-9 OVER against Southeast division opponents.

Orlando Magic: 1-4 ATS after 2 consecutive covers as a favorite. 24-31 ATS when playing only their 2nd game in 5 days. 13-7 OVER after successfully covering the spread in 2 or more consecutive games. 8-3 OVER after playing 2 consecutive home games. 10-5 OVER revenging a loss vs opponent of 10 points or more.

Key Injuries


Oklahoma City Thunder:  G. Hayward (SF) Ques Tues - Calf.

Orlando Magic:  None.


Notable Quotes


“I thought we were just a lot more edgy today than we were yesterday. And I thought the guys, it’s not about responding to one game, but it certainly is about us recognizing where our standards are and getting the car back on the road when we’re not up to par. And I thought the guys did a great job of that today.” - Mark Daigneault after his team’s win against the Kings in their game on Sunday.


“These guys that had not played some minutes came in and stepped up huge.” - Jamahl Mosley after his team’s win against the Bulls in their game on Saturday.


Starting Lineups


Oklahoma City Thunder
PG Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
SG Josh Giddey
SF Luguentz Dort
PF Jalen Williams
C Chet Holmgren

Orlando Magic
PG Markelle Fultz
SG Jalen Suggs
SF Franz Wagner
PF Paolo Banchero
C Wendell Carter Jr.

Statistical Leaders


Oklahoma City Thunder
PPG: S. Gilgeous-Alexander (31.1)
APG: S. Gilgeous-Alexander (6.6)
Reb/G: C. Holmgren (7.5)

Orlando Magic
PPG: P. Banchero (22.8)
APG: P. Banchero (5.2)
Reb/G: P. Banchero (6.9)

Coaches:
Oklahoma City Thunder: Mark Daigneault (4th season)
Orlando Magic: Jamahl Mosley (3rd season)



Rod Pearson

About the Author:

Rod Pearson has been a rabid sports fan his entire life.  He grew up in Ontario, and was skilled in both hockey and baseball, and pitched in an elite baseball league for many years.  In 2022, Rod decided to hang up his glove, so that he could write about the sports he loves -- but from a gambling perspective.  Join Rod every day as he breaks down the games to find the best betting value.

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